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In the second edition of this valuable resource, Allen Mendler offers both time-tested and newly developed strategies for how to reignite enthusiasm in even the most unmotivated students. Educators gain fresh ideas on how to integrate social-emotional development into daily classroom instruction, use technology and digital tools to enhance learning, and reduce the anxiety students feel in our ever-changing education environment. Understand why students might be unmotivated in class and learn how to boost student engagement. Examine the beliefs and five key processes for guiding and inspiring unmotivated students. Learn about the importance of emphasizing effort in the classroom. Learn how to build strong, trusting teacher-student relationships. Introduction Chapter 1: Emphasize Effort Chapter 2: Create Confidence and Hope Chapter 3: Value Involvement and Influence Chapter 4: Build Relationships Chapter 5: Spark Enthusiasm for Learning Epilogue: Don't Give Up! References and Resources Index .
About the Author
Allen N. Mendler, PhD, has worked extensively with children of all ages in general and special education settings. An experienced educator and school psychologist, he has consulted for many schools, as well as day and residential centers throughout the world, providing training on classroom management, discipline, and best practices for motivating difficult students. His work focuses on developing effective frameworks and strategies for educators, youth professionals, and parents to help youth at risk succeed.An accomplished author, Dr. Mendler's titles include Connecting With Students and Handling Difficult Parents: Successful Techniques for Educators. In addition to his books and staff development programs, Dr. Mendler has published articles in Educational Leadership, Reclaiming Children and Youth, and Parenting.Dr. Mendler has presented for such educational organizations as Phi Delta Kappa, the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, and Reclaiming Children and Youth. His Discipline With Dignity program was made the official program of the New York State United Teachers. Training and workshops on this program have been provided to tens of thousands of educators in schools throughout North America, Europe, Japan, and Israel.Dr. Mendler earned his undergraduate degree in psychology and education from Queens College, master's degree in psychology from Alfred University, and doctorate in school psychology from Union Graduate School.Dr. Mendler is the author of What Do I Do When...? , MORE What Do I Do When...? , and Motivating Students Who Don't Care. He is the coauthor of Discipline With Dignity for Challenging Youth and Power Struggles. His work can be further explored at solution-tree.com
