EDSP 399 Positive Behavior Support for Learners with Emotional, Behavioral & Social Disabilities

This course is designed to engage learners in thoughtful exploration and discussion of models of human behavior, researched-based principles of behavior management and practical application of behavioral and educational strategies used to create a classroom climate that promotes positive behavior for all learners, including learners from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. A strong emphasis will be placed on those learners with behavioral, emotional and social disabilities. Included will be foundations in understanding, assessing and managing behavior, strategies to prevent and remediate challenging behavior, and strategies for teaching prosocial replacement behaviors. In addition, the design of functional assessment and positive behavior supports will be addressed.