Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom (eBook)

"e;Finally, a book derived from research but written with practical examples so teachers can better understand how to develop successful interventions for addressing noncompliance in the classroom."e;-Heather Peshak George, Assistant ProfessorUniversity of South Florida"e;Colvin provides practical advice for addressing student noncompliance in ways that are easy to integrate into your classroom, school, and district."e;-Rachel Freeman, Associate Research Professor and DirectorKansas Institute for Positive Behavior Support, University of Kansas"e;The book provides practical, easy-to-use, reproducible tools for assessing problem behaviors and developing effective intervention strategies. It is an excellent resource for creating a positive, safe, and productive learning environment."e;-Sylvia Martinez and Laura Zeff, District Behavior SpecialistsLos Angeles Unified School District, CAReduce noncompliant behavior in the classroom with these proven strategies!By developing an in-depth understanding of noncompliant behavior, K-12 educators can help even the most troubled students learn to function cooperatively and respectfully in the classroom.Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom offers a systematic approach to understanding and addressing the causes of misbehavior and disruptive conduct. Student behavior expert Geoff Colvin provides a clear process for identifying key factors that contribute to this challenging problem and presents a wealth of field-tested, evidence-based intervention strategies. This comprehensive road map provides readers with:Assessment tools for distinguishing between chronic noncompliance and intermittent misconduct Strategies for preventing escalation and classroom power strugglesAn easy-to-use chart that matches specific behaviors with proven interventionsGuidelines for developing individual intervention plansForms, checklists, and tables that can be adapted to specific needsRemove barriers to academic achievement by developing students who are cooperative and ready to learn.