What Do I Do When...?: How to Achieve Discipline With Dignity in the Classroom, June/2009

Understand the principles that place dignity at the core of classroom management, and explore what motivates misbehavior. With an updated look at the foundation of the Discipline With Dignity program, this book provides unique, effective strategies for dealing with power struggles, implementing unconventional methods of discipline, working with parents, and making a positive impact on schoolwide discipline.

1. Gain a deep understanding of the leading motivations for student misbehavior.
2. Learn about effective classroom discipline methods.
3. Equip yourself with tools that defuse power struggles.
4. Discover unconventional discipline methods.
5. Study practices that encourage positive parental involvement.

About the Author:

Allen N. Mendler, Ph.D., is an educator and school psychologist who has worked extensively with children of all ages. As one of the internationally recognized authors of the Discipline With Dignity® program, Dr. Mendler has worked to develop effective strategies for educators and youth professionals to help challenging students succeed. Dr. Mendler is also the author of More What Do I Do When . . . ? and Power Struggles, and the coauthor (with Dr. Richard Curwin) of The Four Keys to Effective Classroom and Behavior Management, As Tough as Necessary, and Discipline With Dignity for Challenging Youth. Drs. Mendler and Curwin co-created and are featured in the video training program, Discipline With Dignity.