Positive Classroom Management : A Step-by-Step Guide to Helping Students Succeed

by Robert C. Di Giulio

• ISBN13: 9781412937276
• ISBN10: 1412937272
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-11-22
• Publisher: Corwin Pr

Summary

Illustrating applications across all K'12 grade levels, this third edition of a bestseller presents concrete strategies for creating a positive classroom environment for students and teachers alike.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vii
Acknowledgments	p. xi
About the Author	p. xv
Introduction: Teachers Are Our Last and Best Hope	p. 1
The Positive Classroom	p. 9
Toward a Positive Classroom: Moving Beyond Rules and Reactions	p. 11
Creating Basic Understandings: Ways We Can Grow (and Survive) Together	p. 21
Four Dimensions of Positive Classrooms	p. 35
Showing Students You Care and That They Will Be Successful: The Spiritual Dimension	p. 37
Setting Up a Safe and Productive Learning Environment: The Physical Dimension	p. 45
Teaching So Students Stay Focused and Learn: The Instructional Dimension	p. 51
Managing a Smooth-Running Classroom: The Managerial Dimension	p. 65
Blueprints for Success	p. 85
Preparing Your Classroom	p. 87
Reflective Practice for Better Teaching	p. 109
Conclusion: Being Your Own Best Teacher	p. 125
Resource: Positive Classroom Matrix	p. 131
References	p. 133
Suggested Reading	p. 137
Index	p. 139
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