Even the best and most experienced teachers can struggle with classroom control and it is likely your experiences will vary day-to-day. Bestselling author of Learning Theories Simplified Bob Bates, together with former head teachers Andy Bailey and Derek Lever, offers one-stop support for all teachers in A Quick Guide to Behaviour Management.

Part 1: Introduction 1.1 What is challenging behaviour? 1.2 Why does it happen? 1.3 Who's to blame? 1.4 The myths of behaviour managementPart 2: Being a great teacher 2.1 Know your rights as a teacher 2.2 Know your own default position 2.3 Know how to plan your classroom effectively and control space 2.4 Know how to create a first and lasting impression on your learners 2.5 Know what approaches you need to work on to deal with conflict in the class 2.6 Know who you can turn to for help 2.7 Know how to deal with learners with special educational needs or disabilities 2.8 Know how to deal with victims of abuse 2.9 Know how to deal with perpetrators and victims of radicalisationPart 3: Dealing with challenging individuals 3.1 Making everyone feel safe and confident 3.2 Dealing with Low Level Disruptors 3.3 Getting the best out of challenging individualsConclusion Managing Behaviours A true story