Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom: A Road Map for Teachers, Specialists, and Behavior Support Teams - Paperback

Dr. Geoff Colvin draws on his experience as a classroom teacher, both in special and general education, school administrator, behavior consultant, and research associate at the University of Oregon.He is a nationally recognized educational consultant who has assisted personnel in more than 200 school districts and agencies, nationally and internationally, on the subject of managing problem behavior, teaching challenging students and school safety planning. He has authored and co-authored more than 80 publications including the very popular book, Managing the Cycle of Acting-Out Behavior in the Classroom and the 2000 Telly Award winning video program, "Defusing Anger and Aggression."As an administrator, he directed a juvenile detention school for five years and was the principal of a county-wide school for seriously emotionally disturbed youth for five years. He served as the supervisor of special programs with Bethel School District, Eugene, Oregon for several years where he still serves as a consultant. Dr. Colvin has a very special skill in being able to translate theory into practice. He is able to present clear explanations and analyses of learning and behavior and at the same time offer concrete examples with hands-on illustrations. He has a very strong insightful understanding of the relationship between quality instruction and behavior management. His extensive knowledge and experience base, lively speaking style, and keen sense of humor have made him a highly sought-after speaker at national and international conferences.Presently, he serves as a national educational and behavioral consultant.