Discipline in the secondary classroom : a positive approach to behavior management / Randall S. Sprick.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sprick, Randall S., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Classroom management.

High school students--Discipline.

High school students.

Problem children--Discipline.

Problem children.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (466 pages) ; illustrations.

Edition:

Third edition.

Place of Publication:

San Francisco, California : Jossey-Bass, A Wiley Brand, [2013].

Summary:

Revised edition of the classic book on classroom management This third edition of Discipline in the Secondary Classroom is a treasure trove of practical advice, tips, checklists, reproducibles, and ready-to-use activities that will save secondary teachers time and help them become more effective educators. Both new and seasoned teachers will find the book invaluable for designing a management plan that prevents problems, motivates students, and teaches students to behave responsibly. Offers a proven classroom management plan based on Sprick's acclaimed STOIC framework for training teachers: Structure for success, Teach expectations, Observe and monitor, Interact positively, and Correct fluently Includes information on everything from creating a vision for classroom behavior to addressing misbehavior and motivating students Bonus DVD features video of Sprick explaining core practices This accessible, value-packed resource shows educators how to work with students to create a well-managed classroom where learning can flourish.

Contents:

Vision : understand key concepts about managing student behavior

Grading and instruction : design instruction and evaluation systems

Organization : prepare routines and procedures

Classroom management plan : plan to encourage responsible behavior and to respond consistently to student misbehavior

Expectations : plan to teach students how to be successful

Preparation and launch : pull it all together for the first day

Monitor student behavior : impement and adjust your classroom management plan

Motivation : enhance students' desire to succeed

Proactive planning for chronic misbehavior.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

ISBN:

9781118640135

1-118-64013-6

9781118450871

1-118-64027-6

OCLC:

852758192