This handbook is a collection of resources developed by the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) that are evidence-based, and align with the science of how students learn.

Australian teachers and leaders want to make the biggest possible difference to students’ learning outcomes and see all students flourish. As a teacher, you would know that engaging students is key and classroom management is a critical component of helping students thrive. At the same time, you would also know from your own experience that the time spent on managing behaviour can be significant.

To support teachers in the complex task of classroom management, the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) has developed a set of foundational classroom management resources. This handbook has been developed as part of the Engaged Classrooms Through Effective Classroom Management project, funded by the Australian government.

AERO’s resources are based on the most rigorous and relevant research evidence and guidance available from a wide range of research experts and expert practitioners across Australia and internationally. In this handbook, you will learn about how to implement the most important evidence-based practices to create safe and supportive learning environments.