Classroom Dynamics

Download or read book Classroom Dynamics written by Glenn Pearsall and published by . This book was released on 2022-11-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When you're facing off-task behavior in the classroom, it helps to have practical, teacher-tested, research-based strategies you can easily implement to address the specific challenge at hand. You'll find a wealth of tools in Classroom Dynamics by Glen Pearsall. Drawing from experience, Pearsall covers a variety of nuanced responses to difficult behaviors, as well as how to strengthen student engagement and maintain positive relationships. This book is ideal for K-12 teachers looking to: Benefit from numerous strategies for dealing with and even avoiding off-task behavior Receive concrete tips to try immediately in classrooms Survey the best research about student behavior and engagement Learn how to quickly get to the heart of issues that might be affecting student learning Understand the reasons behind disruptive behavior to better differentiate strategies for individual students Contents: Introduction Part 1: Practical Strategies for Dealing With Off-Task Behaviors Chapter 1: Low-Key Interventions Chapter 2: Giving Explicit Instructions Chapter 3: Pivoting Chapter 4: Talking It Out Chapter 5: Seeking Support Part 2: Understanding Entrenched Off-Task Behavior Chapter 6: What Is the Purpose of Off-Task Behavior? Chapter 7: Tailoring Interventions for Individual Student Needs Part 3: Avoiding Off-Task Behavior Chapter 8: Transitions and Procedures Chapter 9: Establishing Student Engagement Chapter 10: Enhancing Student Engagement Conclusion Appendix: Break Glass in Case of Emergency Learning Games References and Resources Index