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Smart Discipline for the Classroom

Respect and Cooperation Restored

Fourth Edition
By: Larry J. Koenig

Foster a positive learning environment by using strategies that ensure respect and cooperation!

Written by an expert in the field, this text presents sound and positive principles for effective classroom discipline. The author provides step-by-step guidelines for using the Smart Discipline System and Smart Charts, answers to frequently asked questions, and new references to relevant research. Helping teachers develop a plan of action, the updated edition offers:

60 strategies for increasing respect and cooperation
Prevention and intervention methods for misbehaviors
Approaches to motivate students and strengthen teacher-student relationships
Special techniques for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Methods for involving parents

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Product Details

Grade Level: K-12
ISBN: 9781412954051
Published By: Corwin
Year: 2007
Page Count: 136
Publication date: August 14, 2007

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"Very beneficial for all individuals who must deal with student misbehavior. The Smart Discipline Plan is easy to use and could easily be implemented school wide. This book is recommended for any teacher experiencing difficulty in student discipline."
—Gina Segobiano, Superintendent
Signal Hill School District #181, Belleville, IL

"This book presents concrete strategies that are easy to incorporate. The essential message is one of building relationships with students and setting up a win-win environment."
—Paulette Tetteris-Woosley, Assistant Principal
Wallburg Elementary, Winston-Salem, NC

Foster a positive learning environment by using strategies that ensure respect and cooperation!

Developing a proactive discipline plan can be a challenge for any educator. Smart Discipline for the Classroom, Fourth Edition, offers a generous collection of sound strategies to promote positive behavior, motivate students to do their best, and establish a supportive atmosphere for learning.

Written by discipline expert Larry J. Koenig, this guide presents varied, adaptable methods to fit a wide range of classroom settings and student needs. The updated edition features answers to frequently asked questions, expanded information on using the Smart Discipline System, and new references to relevant research.

Assisting teachers in developing a plan of action, this text offers a step-by-step approach to classroom discipline, plus:

Over 60 strategies for increasing respect and cooperation
Prevention and intervention methods for problems ranging from minor incidents to even the most difficult behaviors
Special techniques for students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Methods for involving parents

Create an environment for success by using field-tested "smart" strategies for handling discipline in the classroom!

Key features

Examines the drawbacks of typical discipline methods
Offers sound principles for handling discipline in the classroom
Features more than 60 strategies for increasing respect and cooperation
Presents directions and guidelines for incorporating the Smart Discipline System
Includes reproducible charts to facilitate use of the system

Author(s)

Larry J. Koenig

Larry Koenig is a nationally known expert on school discipline. He has worked extensively with children and adolescents in classrooms, youth development centers, and hospitals. A humorous public speaker, Dr. Koenig has the unique ability to talk about exactly what is going on in today’s classrooms and to give both meaningful and practical advice. Dr. Koenig is the creator of the Smart Discipline System. Using this system, he has trained thousands of teachers in strategies for building students’ self-esteem and classroom discipline.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Introduction

1. Misbehaviors and Their Causes

2. Usual Discipline Methods and Their Drawbacks

3. Commonsense Principles of Smart Discipline

4. Effective Prevention Strategies

5. The Smart Discipline System

6. Strategies for Minor Misbehaviors (Plan A)

7. Strategies for the Most Difficult Misbehaviors (Plan B)

8. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Strategies

9. Parental Support and Involvement

10. Your Personal Smart Discipline Plan

Note From the Author

Suggested Readings

Index

Reviews

"Very beneficial for all individuals who must deal with student misbehavior. The Smart Discipline Plan is easy to use and could easily be implemented school wide. This book is recommended for any teacher experiencing difficulty in student discipline."

Gina Segobiano, Superintendent
Signal Hill School District #181, Belleville, IL

"This book presents concrete strategies that are easy to incorporate. The essential message is one of building relationships with students and setting up a win-win environment."

Paulette Tetteris-Woosley, Assistant Principal
Wallburg Elementary, Winston-Salem, NC

"This practical, user-friendly resource is excellent for teachers working with large classes, with diverse populations of students, and in inclusive environments."

Sharon Damore, Assistant Professor of Education
DePaul University

"Offers a teacher friendly and manageable plan that maintains the dignity and respect of the students."

Roxie Ahlbrecht, Second-Grade Teacher
Robert Frost Elementary, Sioux Falls, SD

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