Habits of Success: Getting Every Student Learning

This book provides practical strategies for teachers to use behavioral science techniques to increase motivation and improve behavior. It offers clear guidance on using role models, making detailed plans, and building habits to ensure students keep going. It addresses five challenges teachers face in encouraging desirable behavior and provides workshops, checklists, and real-life examples to illustrate how these ideas work in the classroom.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

For students to truly reap the rewards of their education, they must actively participate in lessons, attentively listen, and give their utmost effort. However, even the most skilled teachers encounter challenges when it comes to effectively managing classroom behavior and inspiring students to engage in learning. Drawing on extensive research in behavioral science, this comprehensive book provides educators with practical strategies to foster a love for learning in their students. At the heart of it all lies the formation of positive habits. By unveiling simple yet powerful techniques, this book empowers teachers to help students develop the habits that will pave the way to success.

Harry Fletcher-Wood, a renowned expert in behavioral science, guides teachers in leveraging these techniques to boost motivation and enhance student behavior. He offers clear and concise guidance on various topics, including the effective use of role models, the creation of detailed plans to facilitate student action, and the establishment of habits that sustain their commitment to learning. The book addresses five common challenges teachers face when promoting desirable behavior:

• Choosing the most impactful change to prioritize.
• Convincing students to embrace change.
• Encouraging students to commit to a plan.
• Making the initial steps easy and accessible.
• Ensuring students maintain their progress over time.

To illustrate the practical application of these ideas, the book includes workshops, checklists, and real-life examples that showcase how these strategies work within the classroom environment. It serves as a valuable resource for both new and experienced teachers, offering a wealth of insights and practical tools to enhance their teaching practices. By distilling the evidence into clear principles, this innovative book provides a valuable resource for educators seeking to inspire and empower their students.

Weight: 518g
Dimension: 179 x 253 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367444969