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Overview"""Waller has written a wonderfully engaging book for teachers on how to influence child behavior using nonpunitive and supportive ways. This book is thoroughly grounded in contemporary learning theory and infused with a twinkling sense of humor."" -Bruce A. Thyer, Professor of Social Work Florida State University Manage problem behaviors with solid techniques and a sense of humor! Most of the disruptive, problematic, aggravating, or inconvenient behaviors that children develop can be changed by using good behavior support strategies. This highly readable, lighthearted book presents research-supported principles for positive behavioral management in a way that will appeal to teachers, administrators, and other professionals who work with children. Enabling readers to see the humor in working with challenging students, this book: Provides an overview of effective behavior management Offers short chapters that discuss basic behavioral strategies or principles through anecdotes and analogies Draws parallels to real-life situations Provides points to remember at the end of each chapter and suggested readings for related study With easy-to-implement methods, The Educator's Guide to Solving Common Behavior Problems is an invaluable resource for teachers, administrators, and parents looking for ways to motivate children and remedy classroom behavior problems." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Raymond J. WallerPublisher: SAGE Publications Inc Imprint: Corwin Press Inc Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.80cm Weight: 0.340kg ISBN: 9781412957656ISBN 10: 1412957656 Pages: 128 Publication Date: 04 June 2008 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of Contents"Acknowledgments About the Author 1. Introduction 2. Asking the Right Questions 3. Just Say ""Yo"" 4. Have a Plan 5. The Importance of Bonding 6. If You Don′t Beat Them, They Will Never Learn 7. Meeting Developmental Needs 8. Move Those Buns! 9. The Anxiety Trap 10. Find the Function 11. Don′t Be an Old Yeller 12. Let Them Eat Cake--It Reinforces Their Behavior 13. Nurturing 14. Bag It, but Don′t Tag It 15. You Say ""Tomato,"" I Say ""Abnormal"" 16. Positive Power of the Group 17. Moving Past Misbehavior 18. Challenges for Children Today 19. Using Finesse 20. The Inevitable Attack 21. Calling for Help 22. Conclusion: Every Therapy Has a Success Story Index"ReviewsAnyone who works with children can use these powerful ideas and practical strategies laced with humor and wit. In clear, simple language, Waller presents approaches that increase the odds of solving behavior problems. -- Lois Zangara, Principal 20070910 This book reminds anyone who works with children that paying close attention to what is good and funny about children will go a long way in teaching them how to pay close attention to what is good and funny about learning and life. -- Susan Mortweet VanScoyoc, Behavioral Psychologist 20070910 A book like Waller's is needed to enlighten public school educators on the myriad of behavioral problems facing classroom teachers. This book is informative, practical, and sensible regarding the teacher-student relationship. -- George J. Banketas, Director 20070910 Waller's book will be useful for everyone who works with children: parents, school administrators, social workers, psychologists, and teachers. Waller approaches this topic in a readable style that makes the evidence-based content easily accessible. The book is well-organized and based on a bedrock of solid knowledge informed by practical experience. -- Carol Rippey Massat, Editor, School Social Work Journal 20070920 Waller has written a wonderfully engaging book for teachers on how to influence child behavior using non-punitive and supportive ways. This book is thoroughly grounded in contemporary learning theory and infused with a twinkling sense of humor. -- Bruce A. Thyer, Professor of Social Work 20070924 Anyone who works with children can use these powerful ideas and practical strategies laced with humor and wit. In clear, simple language, Waller presents approaches that increase the odds of solving behavior problems. -- Lois Zangara, Principal 20070910 This book reminds anyone who works with children that paying close attention to what is good and funny about children will go a long way in teaching them how to pay close attention to what is good and funny about learning and life. -- Susan Mortweet VanScoyoc, Behavioral Psychologist 20070910 A book like Waller's is needed to enlighten public school educators on the myriad of behavioral problems facing classroom teachers. This book is informative, practical, and sensible regarding the teacher-student relationship. -- George J. Banketas, Director 20070910 Waller's book will be useful for everyone who works with children: parents, school administrators, social workers, psychologists, and teachers. Waller approaches this topic in a readable style that makes the evidence-based content easily accessible. The book is well-organized and based on a bedrock of solid knowledge informed by practical experience. -- Carol Rippey Massat, Editor, School Social Work Journal 20070920 Waller has written a wonderfully engaging book for teachers on how to influence child behavior using non-punitive and supportive ways. This book is thoroughly grounded in contemporary learning theory and infused with a twinkling sense of humor. -- Bruce A. Thyer, Professor of Social Work 20070924 Author InformationRaymond J. Waller is an associate professor of special education at Piedmont College/Athens and is on the faculty at the University of Georgia in the School of Social Work. He is an active school consultant in the areas of student behavior problems and child and adolescent mental health issues. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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