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Book SynopsisUsing Action Research to Foster Positive Social Values provides teachers with a unique framework in which to consider classroom violence. This book uses actual case studies and working models done through classroom research to produce more effective classrooms that foster positive social values. The author lays out a theoretical framework for: Considering the roots of violence and offensive behavior drawn from the underpinnings of society: family, community, and religion., Reducing violence in the classroom through peace education and a pro-active process through the use of action research, Introducing the reader to successful models of classroom practice aimed at reducing disruptive behavior that are based on a peace building model of practice. Features include: Charts to summarize action research processes, A short bibliography of relevant literature. This book will empower all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, or socio-economic status. For teachers, teacher educators, sociologists, social workers, and those with an interest in criminal justice.
Trade ReviewBenton offers teachers tools to develop positive social skills in children and reduce violence and disruption in the classroom. * Reference and Research Book News *
Table of ContentsPart 1 Introduction Part 2 Part I Basis for Disruptive Behavior Chapter 3 1 Formation of American Values and the Search for Identity Chapter 4 2 Families Chapter 5 3 Religion and Spirituality Chapter 6 4 Community Part 7 Part II Using Classroom Research to Foster Positive Values Chapter 8 5 What Is Action Research? Chapter 9 6 Formulating Plans to Develop Peaceful Classrooms Part 10 Part III Case Studies in Best Practices Chapter 11 7 Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation Chapter 12 8 Peer Learning, Paired Learning, and Positive Interdependence Chapter 13 9 Cooperative Groups Chapter 14 10 Parent-Child-Community Collaboration Part 15 Conclusion Part 16 Index Part 17 About the Author
