1st Edition

Behaviour Diaries: An Assessment Tool for Supporting Children with Behavioural Difficulties An Assessment Tool for Supporting Children with Behavioural Difficulties

By Sue Gott Copyright 2012
    224 Pages
    by Speechmark

    The invaluable resource provides a sophisticated technique for teachers to observe, assess, plan and evaluate to improve pupil behaviour. The book recognises the diverse demands of the modern classroom and explores ways in which asking the right question can help in the development of effective solutions. This is far more than ticking check lists as it will: develop a more rigorous approach to the tracking and assessment of behaviour related issues; deepen understanding about biological, psychological and social factors influencing behaviour; give examples of reflective and diagnostic practice, informing planning for successful interventions; and explore ways of collecting appropriate information to support requests for interventions from other agencies. The pack includes a CD ROM with reflective tasks, diagnostic tools, illustrative poems and a staff Powerpoint for professional development sessions.

    Acknowledgements 2 Part One: Reflective Practice and Practitioner Diaries 3, Introduction: Something Has to Change 5, Chapter 1: Working in Relationship 16, Chapter 2: The Wider Context 34, Chapter 3: Developing a Common Vocabulary 51, Chapter 4: Behind the Behaviour 69, Chapter 5: Diagnostic Planning 98, Part Two: Which Type of Diary? 123, Introduction 125, Chapter 6: The Pupil Diary 131, Chapter 7: The Home/School Diary 161, Part Three: Case Studies 175, Introduction: Drawing Together the Strands 177, Chapter 8: Sam and Alex 181, Chapter 9: John, Mike and Ellen 192, Chapter 10: Alice and Harry 198, Chapter 11: Meena and Courtney 203, Chapter 12: Over to You 206, Part Four: Professional Development 211, Facilitator Notes 213, Bibliography 215

    Biography

    Sue Gott