EDUC 376 Behavior Support for Students with Disabilities
This course is designed for students to become knowledgeable about relevant education law, theoretical foundations of classroom management, and best practices for supporting students in the inclusive classroom. Within the course we will explore techniques that educators can use to proactively prevent and effectively respond to challenging student behaviors, toward the goal of developing safe and supportive learning environments. Attention will be given to understanding the multitude of factors influencing students' behavior, evidence-based instructional approaches, class-wide and individualized positive behavioral interventions and supports, as well as the process for conducting and implementing functional behavior assessments and behavior support plans. Offered in fall. Prerequisite: EDUC 101, EDUC 102, EDUC 201, and EDUC 202 or permission by the instructor.