Learning, Behavior, and Your Classroom

Cultivate a thriving classroom and reignite a love of teaching. Gain effective strategies to understand student behavioral patterns in relation to brain development. With thoughtful suggestions on how to implement and adapt proposed strategies as needed, K–12 teachers will create and manage a classroom environment that maximizes learning and student engagement, makes students eager to attend class, and causes teachers to feel renewed professionally.



K–12 teachers can use this book to:


• Gain insights into psychological development and its impact on student behavior

• Cultivate positive classroom environments that nurture learning and independence

• Develop classroom management plans that set clear expectations for student behavior

• Establish support networks of students, families, and communities to enhance learning

• Mitigate the effects of burnout through simple self-care practices and strategies


Contents:


Introduction


Chapter 1: Understand Student Behavior and How They Think


Chapter 2: Cultivate a Positive Classroom Environment


Chapter 3: Communicate Expectations and Establish Boundaries


Chapter 4: Provide Additional Support for Students Who Need More


Chapter 5: Promote Student Independence and Learning


Chapter 6: Support Students by Building Bridges Within the School Community


Chapter 7: Practice Self-Care


Epilogue


References and Resources


Index