Discipline In The Secondary Classroom

A teacher's success throughout the school year is largely determined by the events of the first few weeks of school. In his highly successful book Discipline in the Secondary Classroom (more than 100,000 copies sold), classroom management guru Randall Sprick offers practical strategies for beginning the school year, organizing the classroom for success, and establishing rules and behavior expectations for students. He also provides scores of helpful tips gathered from successful classroom teachers or gleaned from the latest educational research. Discipline in the Secondary Classroom is a treasure-trove of practical advice, tips, checklists, reproducibles, posters, and ready-to-use activities that will save teachers time and help them become more effective educators. Both new and seasoned teachers will find this book invaluable for designing a management plan that prevents problems, motivates students, and teaches them to behave responsibly. Discipline in the Secondary Classroom includes nine chapters that cover everything from creating a vision for classroom behavior to modifying a student behavior plan as the school year progresses. Also included is a DVD featuring Dr. Sprick teaching two core topics from within the book: How to finalize your classroom management plan and communicate it to students How to reinforce positive behavior in students rather than react to negative behavior

Improve student behavior and motivation with this comprehensive resource Discipline in the Secondary Classroom: A Positive Approach to Behavior Management, 4th Edition is an insightful treatment of the always-challenging topic of discipline in the high school classroom. The newly revised edition of the book incorporates a renewed focus on classroom management plans, handling the use and misuse of electronic devices in the classroom, and adapting instruction for a virtual classroom setting. Discipline in the Secondary Classroom discusses other issues crucial to the successful management of secondary classrooms and include: • How behavior is learned • Managing student work • Managing the use of technology and electronic devices in the classroom • Active engagement strategies for teacher-directed instruction (both the physical classroom and the virtual classroom) • Corrective strategies for misbehavior and inattention • Maintaining a Cycle of Continuous Improvement to be a better teacher each year Perfect for grade 9 to 12 classroom teachers and educational administrators—including principals, assistant principals, staff development professionals, and consultants— Discipline in the Secondary Classroom constitutes an indispensable resource for anyone aiming to achieve a civil, safe, and fair classroom environment.

Provides techniques to help solve common behavior problems in grades 7-12.

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.

A must-have resource for creating an effective classroom management program This daily planner based on Randall Sprick's bestselling Discipline in the Secondary Classroom helps teachers implement an effective behavior management plan throughout the school year. Presented in a teacher-friendly format, Day-by-Day Discipline in the Secondary Classroom features a wealth of ideas including daily/weekly logs for teachers to plan instruction, record positive and negative interactions with students, and track student progress. Useful fill-in worksheets for teachers to record their own discipline philosophy and classroom management priorities Weekly tips and task reminders to ensure teachers maintain positive relationships with all students and keep motivation levels high. Attractive two-color layout and special "Wire-o" spiral binding to ensure durability and ease of use With Day-by-Day Discipline in the Secondary Classroom, teachers will be able to make positive connections with all students and maintain a high level of motivation, engagement, and positive behavior in the classroom.

Nelsen's popular Positive Discipline philosophy is used in hundreds of schools as a foundation for fostering cooperation, problem-solving skills, and mutual respect in children. In this latest edition, teachers learn how to create and maintain an atmosphere where learning can take place--and where students and teachers can work together to solve problems.

Improve student behavior and motivation with this comprehensive resource Discipline in the Secondary Classroom: A Positive Approach to Behavior Management, 4th Edition is an insightful treatment of the always-challenging topic of discipline in the high school classroom. The newly revised edition of the book incorporates a renewed focus on classroom management plans, handling the use and misuse of electronic devices in the classroom, and adapting instruction for a virtual classroom setting. Discipline in the Secondary Classroom discusses other issues crucial to the successful management of secondary classrooms and include: • How behavior is learned • Managing student work • Managing the use of technology and electronic devices in the classroom • Active engagement strategies for teacher-directed instruction (both the physical classroom and the virtual classroom) • Corrective strategies for misbehavior and inattention • Maintaining a Cycle of Continuous Improvement to be a better teacher each year Perfect for grade 9 to 12 classroom teachers and educational administrators—including principals, assistant principals, staff development professionals, and consultants— Discipline in the Secondary Classroom constitutes an indispensable resource for anyone aiming to achieve a civil, safe, and fair classroom environment.