Now in a revised and updated second edition addressing the evolving needs of today's K-12 educators, this established classroom resource is written by leaders in positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS). Brandi Simonsen and Diane Myers provide a vital classroom management and behavior support toolkit with a primary focus on universal (Tier 1) support. In a convenient large-size format, the book provides step-by-step guidelines for structuring the classroom environment, actively engaging students in instruction, setting clear expectations, and implementing a continuum of strategies to reinforce positive behavior and respond to inappropriate behavior. Teacher-friendly features include classroom vignettes, bulleted chapter objectives, end-of-chapter learning activities, and reproducible forms that can be downloaded for repeated use.

New to This Edition
*Expanded focus on culturally responsive and inclusive practice.
*Increased attention to connecting with students and families and engaging them in designing, implementing, and monitoring practices.
*More coverage of integrating Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions into a classwide PBIS model.
*Updated research, resources, tools, and examples throughout the chapters.

This book is in The Guilford Practical Intervention in the Schools Series, edited by Sandra M. Chafouleas.

About the Author

Brandi Simonsen, PhD, is Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology and Co-Director of the Center for Behavioral Education and Research at the University of Connecticut. She is Co-Director of the National Technical Assistance Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, Co-Principal Investigator of the Integrated Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports Research Network, and Senior Advisor to the National Center on Intensive Intervention. Dr. Simonsen's primary interests include Tier 1 schoolwide positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) in alternative settings, classwide PBIS, and more intensive supports for students with challenging behavior. Her publications include numerous journal articles and book chapters and the coauthored books Classwide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, Second Edition: A Guide to Proactive Classroom Management and Implementing Classwide PBIS: A Guide to Supporting Teachers.

Diane Myers, PhD, is Senior Vice President of Special Education for Specialized Education Services, Inc. Her prior academic appointments include serving as Professor of Special Education and Chair of the Department of Teacher Education at Texas Woman's University. Dr. Myers's research interests include implementing positive behavioral interventions and supports at the school, classroom, and individual student levels; teacher training and professional development; classroom management; and supporting students with challenging behavior. Her publications include numerous journal articles and book chapters and the coauthored books Classwide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, Second Edition: A Guide to Proactive Classroom Management and Implementing Classwide PBIS: A Guide to Supporting Teachers.

Reviews

"What distinguishes this book from others on classroom behavior management is that it provides an array of practical, evidence-based strategies that apply multi-tiered logic and focus on prevention. The second edition reflects an expanded emphasis on culturally responsive and inclusive practice, including the need to establish positive connections with students and their families. It presents a state-of-the-art approach that is user friendly and resource rich, and that will help to inform the daily practice of both veteran and aspiring educators. This is an ideal text for classroom management coursework."--Tim Knoster, EdD, EdS, McDowell Institute, Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg; Executive Director Emeritus, Association for Positive Behavior Support

"The authors are true experts in their craft and in translating science for professionals. Added content on increasing equity makes the second edition even better than the first. Full of practical examples, humor, and helpful tools, this is a great guide for every classroom teacher and those who support them."--Kent McIntosh, PhD, Philip H. Knight Chair of Special Education, University of Oregon; Co-Director, Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports

"Simonsen and Myers offer a practical roadmap for classwide PBIS. They present realistic scenarios, clear and understandable descriptions of the research base, and evidence-based approaches. This book is for educators at all levels, from current classroom teachers seeking to make positive spaces of belonging for every learner, to preservice educators seeking to center their practice in research. State, regional, and local educational entities will find this a 'must-have' resource as they support implementation of PBIS."--Nikole Y. Hollins-Sims, EdD, educational strategist/consultant, Pennsylvania

"This is my go-to book on classroom PBIS! I am excited to incorporate the second edition into our statewide PBIS training curriculum as well as my graduate course, Behavior Consultation and Collaborative Systems Change, which is part of our online PBS Certificate Program. Simonsen and Myers describe behavioral principles in a practical way that is easily understandable and promotes the development of an evidence-based classwide PBIS system. The framework in this book will aid in creating a positive, culturally responsive, and inclusive classroom system that promotes student engagement--thus success for all."--Heather Peshak George, PhD, Department of Child and Family Studies, University of South Florida-

Book Information
ISBN 9781462556656
Author Brandi Simonsen
Format Paperback
Page Count 243
Imprint Guilford Press
Publisher Guilford Publications