Responsibility in the Classroom: A Teacher’s Guide to Understanding and Motivating Students (Raising Kids Who Can Series)

In Responsibility in the Classroom Amy Lew and Betty Lou Bettner present a theoretical construct and practical accessible strategies and suggestions for developing caring respectful relationships between teachers and students and among students and a cooperative classroom community. They provide a framework to help teachers understand childrens behavior and develop strategies for achieving the Crucial Cs: feeling connected capable knowing that you count and developing courageTheir approach is an optimistic oneDeveloping the Crucial Cs becomes a guiding principle in creating a sense of community in the classroom. -Pamela Seigle Director Reach Out to Schools Social Competency Program The Stone Center at Wellesley College.