"Lebor's book is the extent of primary research he has completed to support his discussion. He has used a wide range of research methods: surveys, case studies, interviews, focus groups, and observations. ... Each chapter is very clearly structured, with topics well signposted, and each ending has a helpful list of suggested strategies relating to the chapter's topics. These features facilitate accessibility and readers can dip into the book according to need and interest." (Andy Armitage, Teaching in lifelong learning, Vol. 8 (1), 2017)
Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. In Theory it All Works.....- Chapter 3. Entering the Classroom.- Chapter 4. What do Experienced Tutors Advise?.- Chapter 5. What Role does Assessment Play? Case Studies.- Chapter 6. Could Class Management be a Management Issue?.- Chapter 7. Student Voices: So Why do Disruptive Students Say They Disrupt Classes?.- Chapter 8. A Methodology for Supporting Tutors Who Face Challenging Classes.- Chapter 9. What Could Possibly be Problematic About Digital Learning?.- Chapter 10. And How do Teacher Educators Prepare Trainee Teachers for Disruptive Classes?.- Chapter 11. What do Trainees Think of Their Preparation?.- Chapter 12. A Possible Module to Prepare Teachers for Disruptive Behaviour.
Merv Lebor is a tutor in education. He has taught language, literature, media and art, working from basic literacy up to Masters level, co-ordinated 5 different degree programmes and worked for several universities. He currently works in Teacher Education at the University Centre Leeds City College, UK.