Data collected form studies conducted in preservice teacher workshops present a strong case that it is possible to train preservice teachers to increase their level of teacher enthusiasm. (JD)

Low income classrooms demand that teachers supervise and monitor students' seatwork actively and control private interactions with students. Praise and a relaxed climate are more important in low than high income settings. (JD)

This study was undertaken to determine which verbal behaviors teachers value, where they acquired their verbal behaviors, and how they justify them. (JD)