Understanding Pupil Behaviour in School: A Diversity of Approaches

Understanding Pupil Behaviour in School: A Diversity of Approaches

by Mere Berryman (Editor), Mere Berryman (Editor), Janice Wearmouth (Editor), Robin C. Richmond (Editor), Ted Glynn (Editor)

Synopsis

The expert contributors to this book make sense of the different approaches to understanding pupil behavior in schools, providing a comprehensive overview thorough discussion of key topics. The book covers: * Cultural issues such as ethnic diversity and the underachievement of boys * Psychological perspectives, including a range of behavioral models * Medical conditions, including AD/HD and autism * Sociological issues, specifically the challenges of including pupils whose behavior is hard to manage.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 376
Edition: 1
Publisher: David Fulton Publishers
Published: 30 May 2004

ISBN 10: 1843122308
ISBN 13: 9781843122302

Author Bio
Janice Wearmouth is a Lecturer in Special and Inclusive Education at The Open University; Ted Glynn is Foundation Professor of Teacher Education at the University of Waikato and a Fellow of the Royal Society of New Zealand; Robin C. Richmond works for the Open University and has experience as a Senior LEA Inspector/Advisor for SEN and staff development, an OFSTED Registered Inspector and in teacher education; Mere Berryman manages the New Zealand Ministry of Education (Group Special Education) Poutama Pounamu Maori Education Research and Development Centre.