Powerful Classroom Management Strategies Motivating Students to Learn : Motivating Students to Learn

" "This book strikes at the heart of what it means to be a good teacher and a good classroom manager."" Thomas Nelson Benerd School of Education, University of the Pacific Stockton, California " "A nice combination of theoretical background, reflection, and concrete practice!" "Nancy J.

Melucci Behavioral and Social Sciences, El Camino College, Torrance, California " Engage, inspire, and involve your students! " Learn to use effective motivation in the classroom and reap the results increased student learning and decreased classroom management problems for K-12 classrooms.

Research indicates that motivation works. This book bridges the gap between theory and practice with useful applications of motivation theory. This teacher-friendly guide enables you to determine the type of motivation your students require, and gives you the tools to respond to their needs.

Highlights include: Understanding the nature of motivation Specific strategies for motivating students Motivating hard-to-reach students Case studies and vignettes Suggested activities to "try tomorrow" Reflective chapter-end questions Helpful Web sites for additional resources A valuable resource for staff development and an essential guide for any educator who wants to motivate and enhance the educational experience of students.