This book identifies seven of the most prevalent classroom management misconceptions, discusses the tried-but-not-so-true practices that result from them, and offers positive, research-based alternatives that take into account how students learn today.

The challenge of classroom management -- A big-picture issue -- 7 common classroom management approaches that work against us -- 1. Teachers must retain all the power in the room -- 2. Classroom rules ensure good behavior -- 3. I shouldn't have to motivate my students -- 4. Conditional praise is necessary and effective -- 5. Giving warnings and asking for excuses are acceptable strategies -- 6. Administrators and parents can take care of discipline -- 7. Kids will not learn without negative consequences.