Korb (Seattle Pacific U. and Brandman U) , an educator with experience working with difficult students, outlines strategies new and experienced teachers can use to manage difficult students. He explains student motivation and why students misbehave; how to connect with them and modify behavior; the role of classroom setup and environment; behavior improvement strategies for individual students; classroom management ideas such as using seat assignments, dress codes, entry activities, conflict mediation, and working with administration, as well as dealing with common scenarios; academic motivation; working with students with disabilities in the general education classroom; and building relationships. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)