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Managing the Cycle of Meltdowns for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder
NEW! Managing the Cycle of Meltdowns for Students With Autism Spectrum Disorder

How to keep meltdowns from causing major disruptions in the classroom.
This book outlines practical steps for preventing and responding to the various phases of meltdown behavior in students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Based on Geoff Colvin's best-selling book Managing the Cycle of Acting-Out Behavior in the Classroom, this practioner-friendly guide provides special and general education teachers with a six-phase positive behavior support model that includes best practice instructional and behavioral interventions for each phase.
Teachers will find experienced guidance for providing a supportive environment in which students with ASD can succeed.
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$29.95    240 pages
"Educators and parents will find current research-based strategies for recognizing the stages of a meltdown in children with ASD and a model for systematic analysis and action. The strategies suggested are comprehensive and sensitive to the diversity of student needs."

Dr. Shannan McNair, Associate Professor, Department of Human Development and Child Studies, Oakland University, Rochester, MI.
Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom
Defusing Disruptive Behavior in the Classroom

The ultimate guide to handling problem behavior "in the heat of the moment"!
When disruptive behavior occurs, your first response can determine the outcome of the situation and how quickly it is resolved. This practical resource offers teachers approaches for immediately defusing disruptive situations, avoiding escalation, and correcting behaviors.
An expert in behavior management, Geoff Colvin introduces seven key behavioral principles and offers specific, research-based strategies for handling disruptions. This resource features:
• Strategies that target specific behaviors, including off-task behavior, rule violations, disrespect, agitation, noncompliance, and threats and intimidation
• Common classroom scenarios and solutions for K–12 general and special education teachers
• Checklists and action plans for applying the strategies while maintaining the flow of instruction
Defusing Disruptive Behavior in the Classroom helps teachers respond in a way that immediately corrects the misbehavior and smoothly returns the class to learning.
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$28.95    168 pages
"Colvin empowers teachers with specific, practical, research-based strategies to prevent problem behaviors from occurring and to respond effectively when problems do occur. Each strategy is grounded not only in applied behavior analytic techniques, but also respectful approaches to fostering more positive student-teacher interactions."

Kathleen Lane, Associate Professor of Special Education Vanderbilt Peabody College
Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom
Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom: A Road Map for Teachers, Specialists, and Behavior Support Teams

Offers a systematic approach to understanding and addressing the causes of misbehavior and disruptive conduct. Student behavior expert Geoff Colvin provides a clear process for identifying key factors that contribute to this challenging problem and presents a wealth of field-tested, evidence-based intervention strategies. This comprehensive road map provides readers with:
• Assessment tools for distinguishing between chronic noncompliance and intermittent misconduct
• Strategies for preventing escalation and classroom power struggles
• An easy-to-use chart that matches specific behaviors with proven interventions
• Guidelines for developing individual intervention plans
• Forms, checklists, and tables that can be adapted to specific needs
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$28.95    152 pages
"Finally, a book derived from research but written with practical examples so teachers can better understand how to develop successful interventions for addressing noncompliance in the classroom."

Heather Peshak George, Assistant Professor University of South Florida
7 Steps for Developing a Proactive Schoolwide Discipline Plan: A Guide for Principals and Leadership Teams
7 Steps for Developing a Proactive Schoolwide Discipline Plan: A Guide for Principals and Leadership Teams

This book provides the "what's," "why's," and "how's" for establishing an effective positive discipline program.This powerful resource presents a seven-step process to assist administrators and teachers in working together to develop and implement a practical and proactive schoolwide discipline plan:
 • Define the purpose of the plan
 • Establish schoolwide behavior expectations
 • Teach behavior expectations
 • Maintain behavior expectations
 • Correct problem behaviors
 • Collect and utilize data
 • Sustain the plan for the long haul.
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$29.95    152 pages
"Should be mandatory reading for all who plan to enter the teaching profession. Colvin's proactive approach has transformed our schools into positive places for teaching and learning."

Carol Comeau, Superintendent, Anchorage School District, AK
Break the Cycle of Alcoholism: Skills for Healthy Sobriety
NEW! Break the Cycle of Alcoholism: Skills for Healthy Sobriety

A powerful guide for finding a healthy alternative to the pathway of alcoholism.
This book begins with a comprehensive review of the pervasive and debilitating effects of alcoholism and provides an understanding of how alcoholism is established and maintained through the application of behavioral psychology. Detailed information is provided on what it takes to obtain initial sobriety and attain and sustain quality, healthy, and lifelong sobriety. Many examples and practical strategies are provided throughout the book and each major topic area is accompanied with reproducible checklists, action plans, and pertinent illustrations.

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$24.95    330 pages
"I found the content to be exceptionally beneficial for anyone who is trying to gain a better insight into the complexities of alcoholism and addictions and how to overcome the pain and suffering that active addiction causes."

Jerry Gjesvold, Manager of Employer Services, Serenity Lane, treatment centers for alcohol and other drug dependencies, Washington and Oregon
The Successful Bartender: Putting People Skills to Work
The Successful Bartender: Putting People Skills to Work

This book is written for bartenders and servers of alcohol on how to prevent problem behavior in bars and how to defuse problems when they arise. The book is full of: practical strategies for bartenders to work well with people, details on what to look for to catch problems early, and effective strategies for defusing volatile situations. More...
$10.00    78 pages
"This book addresses the long overlooked topic of customer behavior in the hospitality industry. I highly recommend that all owners, managers and those in personnel preparation require their staff to be familiar with the topics in this book.”

Zorah M Rose, Owner
Premium Pour Bartending School
Eugene, Oregon, U.S.A
Managing the Cycle of Acting-Out Behavior in the Classroom
Managing the Cycle of Acting-Out Behavior in the Classroom

Presents an insightful model depicting acting-out behavior in terms of seven phases. The characteristics of each phase are fully described using many examples. Strategies are then presented in detail for interventions that can be used for each phase. More...
$28.00    186 pages
"Geoff Colvin is a pioneer in the field of behavior management. His effective strategies, based on years of research and practice, WORK. This book is a must-have guide for all principals and teachers."

Patricia McRae, Executive Director of Elementary Education, Anchorage School District, Anchorage, Alaska
 
Rubric for Identifying Authentic Direct Instruction Programs
Rubric for Identifying Authentic Direct Instruction Programs

This new book co-authored by the founder of Direct Instruction, Zig Engelmann and educational consultant Geoff Colvin, articulates and illustrates most of the major principles followed in the development of Direct Instruction programs. More...
$10.00    114 pages
"Direct Instruction programs have an impressive track record for producing significant gains in student achievement for all children. This book provides the reader with an understanding of the critical details involved in developing these effective and efficient programs."

Doug Carnine, Ph.D., Professor, University of Oregon