Discipline in the Secondary Classroom

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.

The Authors Acknowledgments Foreword Preface Introduction Section One: Overview of the DSC Approach Chapter 1: Develop a Clear Vision for Your Class and Your Classroom Management Approach Section Two: Preparing Your Classroom Management Plan Chapter 2: Structure for Success (Behavioral Decisions) Chapter 3: Structure for Success (Instructional Decisions) Chapter 4: Teach Students to Meet Expectations Chapter 5: Observe: Use Data to Monitor and Adjust Your Management Plan Chapter 6: Interact Positively (Build Positive Relationships with Students and Provide Positive Feedback) Chapter 7: Interact Positively (Motivational Strategies and Systems) Chapter 8: Correct Misbehavior Fluently Section Three: Implementing, Sustaining, and Refining Your Classroom Management Plan Chapter 9: Launch Chapter 10: Maintain a Cycle of Continuous Improvement Section Four: Implementing DSC in Virtual Learning Environments Chapter 11: DSC in the Virtual Setting References Name Index Subject Index