In this book, we invite teachers to consider what constitutes a positive learning environment and cover the following topics to help them in this endeavour: Classroom behaviour is examined from an interactionist perspective, and teachers are led in particular to look closely at the contexts in which incidents and problems arise (see Chapter 1). An effort is made to raise teachers’ awareness of cultural influences on their beliefs and practices of discipline (see Chapter 2). | General Series Editor: Kerry J. Kennedy, The Hong Kong Institute of Education The volumes in the series set out to provide contextualized reflections on issues that most teachers come across. Each volume will delve into discussions that will enhance and improve teaching skills. The series covers a wide range of topics including curriculum and assessment, understanding and managing diversity, guidance and counselling, and human development. Hue Ming-tak and Li Wai-shing Hong Kong University Press 14/F Hing Wai Centre 7 Tin Wan Praya Road Aberdeen Hong Kong © Hong Kong University Press 2008 ISBN 978-962-209-888-6 All rights reserved. No portion of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording, or any information storage or retrieval system, without prior permission in writing from the publisher. Secure On-line Ordering British Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library. Printed and bound by ColorPrint Production Co. Ltd. in Hong Kong, .
