Rick Smith

Conscious Classroom Management

Why is it that good classroom management is often invisible? How can we understand and utilize these invisible skills with our students? Conscious Classroom Management is a lively, fun, and interactive workshop that addresses these questions, giving K-12 teachers practical solutions for successfully managing their classrooms. In this fast paced, laughter-filled seminar, teachers will learn and explore: How to make invisible management skills visible How to "hold their ground" in ways that invite student cooperation Dozens of specific strategies for prevention and intervention of student misbehavior Practical approaches for motivating reluctant learners Key ties between "student friendly" lessons and easy classroom management A variety of "nuts and bolts" that are vital for classroom survival Strategies that result in reduced anxiety and a fresher, more positive approach to teaching Rick Smith is an education consultant and presenter, having spoken to tens of thousands of teachers, mentors, and administrators in the U.S. and beyond. He was a classroom teacher and mentor teacher for many years, with a primary focus on students at-risk. He has taught in both the Secondary and Elementary Credential Programs at several Colleges and Universities, and has trained American Peace Corps Volunteer Teachers in Ghana, West Africa. Rick has published articles on both classroom management and mentoring beginning teacher's, and his book "Conscious Classroom Management: Bringing Out The Best in Students and Teachers" is receiving high praise for how successfully it translates effective teaching into practical strategies.

Comments from past participants:

"This was an outstanding presentation of practical ideas and methods for classroom management for both new and experienced teachers. A great reality-based pep talk"

Richard P. High School Teacher, Newark, CA

"Wow! You articulate things I haven't even thought of sharing with my beginning teachers. Thanks!" "Great delivery! Humor, quick-paced, to the point!" "Rick is a wonder. I am taking so much back with me to share."

Participants, California Mentor Conference

Rick's other workshop:

"Rebels With Applause: Brain Compatible Approaches for Motivating Reluctant Learners".

Practical strategies based on current research on the brain that help boost student involvement, motivation, and retention. Participants will explore how the brain learns, with focus on the MEANS for making a difference.

• Memory-twelve key ways to increase your students' retention.

• Emotion-its critical role in student learning.

• Attention-how to get it and maintain it.

• New meaning-how to "wire it" into long-term memory.

• Strategies-Dozens that are Brain-Compatible.

Comments from past participants:

"A fantastic Workshop! Practical-specific info-good handouts-great presentation. I learned a lot! Have Rick Smith back-he does a wonderful job!!"

D. Goodwin 4^th grade teacher 40 years.

"Rick gave me more in-depth information about how teachers can prevent burn-out. Holding the attention of dozens of teachers until 6 P.M. is no easy task. His presentation skills are exceptional."

L. Stranger LRT 10 year teacher.

His sessions at the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) national conference 2003 and the National Staff Development Council (NSDC) national conference 2002 received perfect evaluations from all participants.

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