Relationship-Driven Classroom Management: Strategies That Promote Student Motivation [Paperback]

John M. Vitto (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0761946780 | ISBN-13: 978-0761946786 | Publication Date: March 14, 2003

With this valuable resource, teachers can foster social-emotional learning, raise student achievement, and create a more positive classroom environment.

Editorial Reviews

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"I feel this book appeals to all teachers, especially teachers who must deal with difficult students. The book is well organized and user friendly, with lots of practical examples using real students."

(Brenda Waugh, PAR Consulting Teacher, Resource Specialist )

"Brimming with insights and practical ideas, this book should be in the hands of every teacher. I enthusiastically recommend this book for teachers in training, experienced and veteran teachers, and administrators searching for effective strategies and techniques for the classroom."

(Robert Wubbolding, Director )

"Relationship-Driven Classroom Management is a top recommendation. Vitto offers practical, supportive, research-based strategies that will benefit teachers and students."

(Roger Weissberg, Executive Director )

"As I work with new teachers, this book shares numerous tips and strategies that have been overlooked in teaching methodology courses, or curricular workshops. This book will make a great contribution to education for those who read it and enjoy it."

(Karen Harvey, Program Coordinator )

About the Author

John M. Vitto is a parent, special educator, school psychologist, and author. He specializes in behavior management, prevention programs, solution-focused counseling, reality therapy, and con­flict resolution. In addition to his work in schools, he has worked in two psychiatric hospitals and in private practice. John is an adjunct instructor at Mount Union College. He is a member of the National Association of School Psychologists, Council for Exceptional Children, and the American School Counseling Association. John has presented at state conferences on relation­ship building, conflict management, and the creation of optimal learning environments for students. He enjoys jazz music, movies, and exercising. Questions or comments can be directed to [e-mail].    

Product Details

• Paperback: 248 pages
• Publisher: Corwin Press (March 14, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761946780
• ISBN-13: 978-0761946786
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #488,085 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome book!, February 5, 2007

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Margaret Ambrose (Dayton and Granville, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Relationship-Driven Classroom Management: Strategies That Promote Student Motivation (Paperback)

This book was excellent and gives many helpful hints (and the theory behind them) that will assist teachers in improving the behavior of their students!

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful yet repetitive, November 2, 2009

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K. Carr - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Relationship-Driven Classroom Management: Strategies That Promote Student Motivation (Paperback)

This book is very insightful and offers a lot of good ideas. Yet it is very repetitive. I feel some parts could have been said with at least have of the words used.