100 Ways to Enhance Self-Concept in the Classroom: A Handbook for Teachers, Counselors, and Group Leaders
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Author Description
This is the second edition of a tremendous bestseller ÿ2D 30 printings in sixteen years. There is approximately one-third new material and activities with many new quotes and cartoons. The activities and examples show teachers how to build a validating, searching, positive, and success-oriented community in any classroom. Over 100 fun exercises to enhance student's self-concept and self-esteem are presented. Each of the eight sections contains an introductory explanation of the theoretical base and need for the activities, as well as specific suggestions for when, where and how to use them. Activities are balanced between verbal and non-verbal, individual and group, art activities, writing exercises, and body movement. Elementary and middle school teachers and administrators and parents. A Longwood Professional Book. Also available in casebound, ISBN: 0-205-15711-4, $39.95p.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This handbook investigates how educators can systematically foster positive self-concept and self-esteem in students to create a more successful and validating classroom environment. The authors, Harold Clive Wells and Jack Canfield, draw upon psychological principles to provide a structured framework for teachers, counselors, and group leaders. By integrating theoretical foundations with practical, actionable exercises, the text aims to bridge the gap between educational theory and daily classroom interaction.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Over 100 distinct exercises designed to enhance student self-esteem and self-concept.
- A balanced methodology incorporating verbal, non-verbal, individual, and group-based activities.
- Theoretical explanations for each of the eight sections detailing the necessity of self-concept development.
- Practical guidance on the implementation of art, writing, and body movement exercises within an educational setting.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The text serves as a long-standing, practical resource for educators seeking to integrate psychological wellness into their curriculum. Its enduring popularity and multi-edition history suggest that the provided exercises remain a standard reference for practitioners focused on student-centered classroom management.
Page Count:
290
Publication Date:
1605-01-01
Publisher:
Prentice Hall
ISBN-10:
0205157114
ISBN-13:
9780205157112
Psychology
Personal Development
Teaching Methods
Self-Esteem
Education
Self Help
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