Practical Classroom Management presents hands-on methods for creating a positive learning environment, working with behavioral problems, and dealing with a range of challenges in the K-12 classroom.   This text uses real-life examples to help both pre- and in-service teachers understand and apply the principles of classroom management in their own classroom situations. The text uses case studies, examples, and descriptions of specific strategies based on current research and classroom experience. PracticalClassroom Management features classrooms ranging from kindergarten through the twelfth grade. It focuses on creating positive learning environments for students, and provides extensive, practical materials on both problem solving and building individual behavior change plans for students with behavioral problems.

Table of Contents:
CONTENTS Preface chapter 1            Understanding Effective Classroom Management Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Classroom Management in Perspective Key Components of Effective Classroom Management Student Factors That Influence Students’ Learning and Behavior Developing Your Approach to Classroom Management Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills Recommended Reading   chapter 2            Creating Supportive Personal Relationships in the Classroom      Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Teacher Student Relationships Establishing Positive Relationships with Students Methods for Communicating Caring and Support Creating a Community of Support by Developing Positive Peer Relationships in the Classroom Developing a Positive School Climate Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills     Recommended Reading   chapter 3        Working with Parents Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Methods for Obtaining Parental Support Involving Parents in the Classroom Parent Conferences Dealing Effectively with Parents’ Criticisms and Confrontations Additional Methods for Positively Engaging Parents of Second Language Learners Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills Recommended Reading   chapter 4            Developing Standards for Classroom Behavior Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Beginning the School Year: Establishing Behavior Standards Classroom Procedures Classroom Management Skills that Help Maintain On-Task Behavior Dealing with Common Classroom Disruptions Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills      Recommended Reading                         chapter 5            Increasing Students’ Motivation to Learn Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Key Issues in Student Motivation to Learn Students’ Academic Needs What Every Teacher Needs to Know about Working with Students Receiving Special Education Services Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills      Recommended Reading                         chapter 6            Responding to Violations of Rules and Procedures Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Effective Responses to Irresponsible Student Behavior Responding to Defiant Behavior Handling Violent Student Behavior A Classroom Procedure for Responding to Disruptive Behavior Using Problem Solving to Assist Students in Learning More Responsible Behavior Incorporating Problem Solving into a Schoolwide Student Management Plan The Role of Reinforcement in Encouraging Students to Act Responsibly Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills     Recommended Reading chapter 7            Developing Individual Behavior Change Plans Key Chapter Knowledge and Skills Understanding What Causes Student Behavior: Conducting an Environmental Analysis/Functional Assessment Strategies for Helping Students Develop New Behavior Skills A Team Approach to Developing a Positive Behavior Change Plan Action Plan for Enhancing Your Classroom Management Skills      Recommended Reading appendix A        Recommendations for Secondary-Level Teachers Regarding the Teaching of Limited English-Proficient Students References Subject Index Acknowledgments