Publisher's Synopsis
TAKE BACK CONTROL OF YOUR CLASSROOM
Are you new to teaching? Do you teach classes that are uncontrollable? Do you have students that make your job a living hell? Do you feel like your students manage you rather than the other way around?
If so, you need to teach like an Action Hero.
In this practical guide, former NEETs Coordinator and SEMH teacher, Karl C. Pupé shares his wealth of knowledge gained by working with some of London's most challenging students. In his straightforward and conversational style, Karl will teach you:
- The four types of students that are in every class and how to manage them
- How to set rules your students will actually follow
- The three most common teaching styles that will turn your class against you and how to avoid them
- How to get respect and influence your students, quickly and easily
- How to talk to your angriest learners, without freaking out
And much more. It's not another dusty research paper that will take a month to read and a year to understand. This book is like your friend in the staffroom, ready with a warm cup of coffee and some wise words to share. The Action Hero Teacher will give you a no-nonsense roadmap that will make you less stressed and more confident going into your classroom.
About the Author'This really is a great read, showing you a different perspective on how to manage young people with difficult behaviour in a teaching environment. It really has become my Aid memoir in the classroom... brilliant book!'
Michelle Myrie, Head of Youth Services and Creative Partnerships at Community Music Ltd
'This is an inspiring and practical read... I devoured it -- the style is open, funny, compelling and accessible. For teachers, it's a brilliant hands-on guide to dealing with difficult situations... Don't let teachers hog this amazing book! I would give it six stars if I could.'
Viv Groskop, best selling author of "How To Own The Room," stand-up comedian, TV and Radio Presenter
'Karl has delivered several webinars for the NEU on classroom management. His expertise is deep and wide-ranging but his real gift lies in how he communicates his subject. He is warm and funny and his pop culture references are impeccable! He is a treat to watch and to engage with. Highly recommended.'
Jacqui O'Neill, National Professional Development Manager for the National Education Union (NEU)
Karl C. Pupé is a qualified classroom teacher with a decade's experience across Primary, Secondary and Further Education sectors. Specialising in Behaviour Management, he worked as a Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEETs) coordinator teaching students with severe Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Karl has designed and facilitated rehabilitation classes for Year 8 to 11 students who have been excluded from Mainstream Education who are at risk of becoming NEETs themselves.
Karl has worked with a number of organisations including the National Education Union (NEU) which is the largest education association in Europe.
The 'Action Hero Teacher Blog' was ranked by the influential PR and marketing software company Vuelio as one of the 'The Top 10 Education blogs' in the United Kingdom in September 2020.
