Behavior Management: A Practical Approach for Educators [Paperback]

James E. Walker (Author), Thomas M. Shea (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1995 | ISBN-10: 0024238716 | ISBN-13: 978-0024238719 | Edition: 6th

Exceptionally practical, this book combines theoretical background with case studies and numerous examples to demonstrate how to apply behavior management techniques in general and special educational settings. Examines the field from four points of view -- behavioral, psychodynamic, biophysical, and environmental. Focuses on the integrative/ecological approach to behavior management which provides a framework for combining various strategies into a cohesive implementation plan. Contains the most recent information on modifications in federal law passed by Congress and signed by President Clinton in 1997 regarding learners with disabilities. Includes skill-building projects in every chapter. Offers worksheets and forms which demonstrate how properly handled paperwork improves instruction. For new and prospective general and special education teachers.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Written in non-technical language, this text combines clearly- presented theoretical background with numerous case studies and actual examples of behavior management to create a clear, comprehensive examination of the field from four established points-of-view: Behavioral, psychodynamic, biophysical, and environmental. Its goal is to provide special educators--as well as paraprofessionals and parents--a thorough, practical guide for the application of behavior management techniques in special education classrooms, in regular classrooms, and at home.

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Exceptionally practical, this book combines theoretical background with case studies and numerous examples to demonstrate how to apply behavior management techniques in general and special educational settings. Examines the field from four points of view -- behavioral, psychodynamic, biophysical, and environmental. Focuses on the integrative/ecological approach to behavior management which provides a framework for combining various strategies into a cohesive implementation plan. Contains the most recent information on modifications in federal law passed by Congress and signed by President Clinton in 1997 regarding learners with disabilities. Includes skill-building projects in every chapter. Offers worksheets and forms which demonstrate how properly handled paperwork improves instruction. For new and prospective general and special education teachers. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Merrill Pub Co; 6th edition (April 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0024238716
• ISBN-13: 978-0024238719
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,209,199 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative; Variety of examples, September 27, 1998

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This review is from: Behavior Management: A Practical Approach for Educators (Paperback)

This is a well written text on the topic of behavior management. It offers numerous examples to support the theories mentioned. It is an informative read for teachers and parents alike, and offers tangible solutions.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Tells me what I need to learn and know., March 13, 2007

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This review is from: Behavior Management: A Practical Approach for Educators (9th Edition) (Paperback)

I was told by my county's recruiter to get a book on behavior management to learn more about behavior management strategies. I found this book here and purchased and now am halfway through the book. I think this is an excellent book for anyone who wants to learn behavior management - especially educators. It discusses methods, techniques, assessment, and strategies to solve any behavior. It gives great examples as well. I would highly recommend getting this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Buy the paperback, February 1, 2012

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Isaac Casto (Charleston, WV USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Behavior Management: A Practical Approach for Educators (10th Edition) (Kindle Edition)

The Kindle edition is really ugly to work with. It jumbles the formatting so the text alternates from example/insert to chapter information within the same paragraph. It also leaves out key images ("Image not included due to digital copyright restrictions"). Save yourself the hassle and buy the paperback version.