| Summary: | The management of discipline is an essential element in educational practice, and at a time when teachers and managers are anxious about reported increases in violence and other forms of anti-social behaviour there's a need for practical guidance and a review of current thinking.<br> Based on the author's experience and research in a range of secondary and primary schools, this book presents accessible summaries of relevant legislation and guides the reader through management theories towards effective practice.<br> By placing the teacher at the centre of the management of discipline in schools and focusing on teacher and pupil esteem, a disciplined environment is not only desirable, but achievable too.<br> Written in an accessible style, the book;<br> * highlights the real problems and offers real solutions<br> * includes case-studies, recent research and legislation<br> * considers the classroom as well as the whole-school context<br> * describes the support networks within education<br> * provides a multi-agency approach.<br> This book is aimed at trainee and practising teachers, managers, and all those who work with children.
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