Presenting the psychology behind the best-managed classroomsLike having a hidden camera in other teachers' classrooms, An Interpersonal Approach to Classroom Management engages you from the start by contrasting how two teachers respond differently to common situations. The authors expertly bridge the gap between educational psychology and peer and student-teacher management from the perspectives of student engagement, classroom relationships, and teacher self regulation. Both current and prospective teachers will find helpful tools for engaging difficult students, managing challenging relationships, and handling conflict. Key topics include:Student behavioral, relational, and cognitive engagement in the learning processClassroom structures that contribute to student engagementThe contribution of peer relationships to positive and negative behavior managementStrategies that help children learn to manage their own behaviorConnecting with students who are culturally and linguistically diverseThis practitioner-friendly guide takes you on an enlightening journey that will help you manage by design rather than by default. The results-improved relationships and enhanced learning-will not just make a difference; they will make all the difference.