The Educator's Guide to Solving Common Behavior Problems

Raymond J. Waller - Troy University, USA
The Educator's Guide to Solving Common Behavior Problems
March 2008 | 128 pages | Corwin
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"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.

Contents

Acknowledgments

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

Index

Additional materials

Description

"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.

Contents

Acknowledgments

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

Index

Additional materials

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The Educator's Guide to Solving Common Behavior Problems


March 2008 | 128 pages | Corwin

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"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.


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

Recent Product Reviews:

"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, Florida State University
"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, Associate Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago
"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, Kilough Elementary School, Dawsonville, GA
"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, Coauthor of Parenting That Works
"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, Crisp County School Board, GA

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