CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE

By Linda Crawford and Christopher Hagedorn. Build a classroom environment that fosters self-management by independent students through the development of the social, academic, and emotional skills. This straightforward, user-friendly book presents complex discipline problems and then clearly outlines the most effective solutions. The best practices emphasized include establishing an effective mindset for discipline, building relationships before correcting behavior, and creating an environment that sets the tone for reduced rule-breaking. An accompanying 81-page study guide (8½" x 11", ©2012) provides materials to support nine easy-to-lead training sessions with detailed leader instructions, clear reading assignments, and small-group discussions to help colleagues implement the book’s strategies. Grades 5–12. Index. References. Appendixes. 8" x 10". Origins. 301 pages. ©2009.

Excerpts:

• Introducing Responsible Independence
• Engaging Students through Participation