Thriving in Today’s Schools: The Science of Classroom Management Elementary and Middle Level examines evidence-based approaches to creating effective, supportive, and inclusive classroom environments. The material focuses on proactive classroom management, organization, planning, student self-regulation, and strategies for addressing diverse student needs. The text emphasizes building strong classroom communities through relationships, family partnerships, and collaboration with the broader community.
Preface
Chapter 1 Why Should We Rethink Classroom Management?
Chapter 2 Classroom Environment—How to Set Your Room Up for Success
Chapter 3 The Classroom Management Pyramid and Self-Care
Chapter 4 Level 1—Organization and Planning Strategies for All Students
Chapter 5 Level 2—Whole-Group Strategies That Support Self-Regulation and Redirection
Chapter 6 Level 3—Observational Strategies for Individual Students
Chapter 7 Level 4—Supporting Students With Specialized Interventions
Chapter 8 Classrooms as Windows and Doors to the Community
Chapter 9 How to Get Parent Support in Your Classroom
Chapter 10 Real-Life Example of a Turnaround School
Robin
Dada
Dr. Robin Dada, Professor, at the University of Northern Iowa is the Department Head of Curriculum and Instruction in the College of Education. Dr. Dada began her journey as an educator as a high school student, served as a music, science, and mathematics teacher, and curriculum specialist, and launched her career in academia after completing graduate work at the University of Oregon. She has worked with curriculum reform since the 90’s in the United States while at Sam Houston State University and in the United Arab Emirates, recently joining UNI to also work with program evaluation and continuous improvement, and served on the development team for the Ed.D program. Dr. Dada has engaged in research on women’s leadership, the education of women in science and mathematics, educator preparation, educational quality assurance, and educational development and access in the Middle East and the USA. She has published a variety of chapters, articles, and working papers in these areas, as well as a book looking at educational excellence and continuous improvement from a global perspective through the lens of western standards. She is committed to providing educational access to learning across the lifespan.
Mason
Kuhn
Mason Kuhn, EdD is an Associate Professor at the University of Northern Iowa with a background in elementary education, science education, and special education. Before entering higher education, he spent 15 years as an elementary classroom teacher in Texas, California, and Iowa, teaching primarily science, math, and elementary education in diverse school settings. His professional interests focus on classroom experiences, student needs, trauma-informed education, and teacher development. His research and teaching are informed by his extensive experience working with students and communities facing unique educational challenges.
Marissa
Schweinfurth
Marissa Schweinfurth is an education professional specializing in curriculum and instruction. She earned her Doctor of Education from the University of Northern Iowa and has experience as an elementary teacher, professional learning coordinator, and adjunct professor, with a focus on literacy and teacher development.