Winning the H Factor : The Secrets of Happy Schools

The authors explain what the research tells us about happiness, and how to use these findings to improve whole school morale. > A positive atmosphere permeates everything that happens in a school. In Winning the H Factor Alistair Smith and his co-authors show how happiness itself leads to successful outcomes, rather than simply being a result of them. This practical guide is packed with strategies for coping with the pressures of everyday life in schools. An original evaluation model lets you quickly assess levels of happiness at the individual, classroom and whole school level, before giving simple tips to help you to reflect on your own attitudes and how you can influence the well-being of others. The book includes: What the research tells us about happiness; How to change expectations; Advice on building better relationships; How to create a positive learning environment, and; The benefits of a happy school. Through an impressive combination of theory, practical guidance and case studies, this important and exciting book will enable you to create a lasting culture of happiness in your school. Explains what research tells us about happiness, how to use the findings to improve your school, and suggests simple steps to enhance the well-being of students and staff. This book gives tools for learning how to enhance the enjoyment of learning in your school, create a positive 'can do' culture, and audit the 'happiness quotient' in classrooms. Alistair Smith With John Jones And Joanna Kurlbaum. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. Mode Of Access: World Wide Web.