Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Understanding management and discipline in the classroom -- Models of discipline -- Preparing for the school year -- Planning to work with families -- Choosing rules and procedures -- Maintaining appropriate student behavior -- Motivating students to learn -- Addressing issues of diversity -- Helping students with special needs -- Planning and conducting instruction -- Responding to inappropriate behavior -- Dealing with challenging or violent students.

"This resource will not only help educators learn how to build positive classroom communities, but they'll also find out how to involve students in the creation of their learning environment. It helps them gain a practical understanding of what can be accomplished utilizing the technical aspects of classroom management. New practical examples are included to cover situations that are currently found in today's classrooms. The pages have also been updated with the latest research in the field. In addition, information is presented on discipline. New tables also show educators how this book addresses professional standards from INTASC, Praxis II Principles of Teaching and Learning, Praxis III, and NBPTS"--Provided by publisher.