Jill Morgan has worked with Teaching Assistants for the last 14 years both in the US and the UK. She currently teaches on the Foundation Degree in Learning Support at Swansea Institute of Higher Education, UK (SIHE), and is also an Independent Education and Training Consultant.

"Excellent organisation and physical layout, succinct information, compact chapters and a valuable conclusion that presents the main points thoroughly yet concisely... The clarity and scope of the book make it highly suitable for both teaching assistants and teachers alike" Nasen Special, November 2008

• Introduction- what do we mean by behavoir?- your role in managing behaviour1. Understanding behaviour- different perspectives- what is acceptable behaviour?- cultural differences2. ABCs of Behaviour management3. Setting expectations for behaviour- whole school policies- your teacher's expectations- rules and routines- giving effective instructions4. Rewards and sanctions- rewarding good behaviour- what is a reward?- can you give too many rewards?- when rewards become punishment- forms of discipline (preventive, corrective and supportive)5. Helping children take responsibility for their own behaviour- identifying problem behaviours- setting realistic goals for change- behaviour management plansConclusionResourcesUseful websitesFurther reading