Behavior and Classoom Management
Examining: Engaging Troubling Students
This is a 3 credit hour, self-paced course based on the book Engaging Troubling Students by Danforth and Smith that offers instructional and student support practices grounded in critical constructivism--engaging problematic students in the learning process and building strong relationships with them. These interactions and relationships can have a profound impact on their emotional well-being and learning. Participants will begin by investigating the history and roots of current issues and dilemmas and examining the theoretical foundation of critical constructivism. Then, building on this knowledge, participants will learn teaching practices designed to foster the teacher-student relationship, specific programs addressing conflict, families, inclusive education, and more.
Examining: Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom
This is a 3 credit hour, self-paced course based on the book Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom by Geoff Colvin. Participants in this course will investigate the causes of misbehavior and disruptive conduct, learn to identify contributing factors and learn researched and proven techniques to manage non-compliance and defiance.
This is a 3 credit hour, self-paced course based on the book Engaging Troubling Students by Danforth and Smith that offers instructional and student support practices grounded in critical constructivism--engaging problematic students in the learning process and building strong relationships with them. These interactions and relationships can have a profound impact on their emotional well-being and learning. Participants will begin by investigating the history and roots of current issues and dilemmas and examining the theoretical foundation of critical constructivism. Then, building on this knowledge, participants will learn teaching practices designed to foster the teacher-student relationship, specific programs addressing conflict, families, inclusive education, and more.
Examining: Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom
This is a 3 credit hour, self-paced course based on the book Managing Noncompliance and Defiance in the Classroom by Geoff Colvin. Participants in this course will investigate the causes of misbehavior and disruptive conduct, learn to identify contributing factors and learn researched and proven techniques to manage non-compliance and defiance.
