Take Back the Classroom and Make a Positive Difference in Your
Students'' Lives
Many teachers today are facing problems and discipline issues
they never dreamed of when they decided to become teachers. Combine
violence, behavioral disorders, and downright defiant attitudes
from students with the age-old problems of bullying, poor
attendance, and more, and the mix is positively lethal. However,
there are effective, positive strategies for restoring order and
turning the teacher-student relationship into one of mutual
respect.
Applicable to all grade levels, this comprehensive A to Z guide
addresses modern-day problems and practical solutions for
establishing an effective learning environment. Inside, you''ll
discover:
·The 17 fundamental tools of positive discipline
·Real-life stories of proven positive discipline strategies
·Suggestions for establishing and maintaining respectful,
nurturing relationships with students
·And much more!
"Overcome obstacles and get back to why you became a teacher in
the first place: to empower students with confidence, self-respect,
and resourcefulness."
—Bill Scott, principal, Birney Elementary School, Murietta,
Georgia
"An inspiring, information-packed book. All teachers—from those
just beginning to those with many years of experience—will find the
tools of positive discipline easy to use."
—Phillip Harris, Ed.D., director, Center for Professional
Development and Services, Phi Delta Kappa International
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