Tuesday, October 7, 2008

A Positive Behavior Approach to Working Successfully with Difficult Students


Program Flyer: A Positive Behavior Approach to Working Successfully with Difficult Students
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Contact Information
Michele Carlisle
834 East High Avenue
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
United States
Phone: (330) 308-9939 ext. 220
Fax: (330) 308-0964
Program Type
Individual Program
Program Rating
This program has not yet been evaluated.
Target Audience
Education: Curriculum Director, Professional Development Director, Technology Director, Video Conferencing Contact, Gifted and Talented Coordinator, Principal, Teacher, Administrator, Content Providers: Educator
Primary Disciplines
Assessment, Best Practice, Curriculum, Special Education, Special Needs
Secondary Disciplines
Special Education, Special Needs
Program Description
The most effective strategy for managing challenging behavior(s) is based in prevention, early interaction, and de-escalation before the behavior escalates. "Best practice" for behavior support encourages a consistent approach when dealing with children with behaviorial concerns because consistency most often leads to more productive and positive behaviors. This session will give participants an understanding of the key functions of behavior, methods for enhancing a child's self-concept and self-management skills, and effective classroom management strategies for handling disruptive behaviors.
Program Format
discussion, lecture, question and answer
Objectives
at the end of this conference, participants will:have a better understanding of the reasons behind student inappropriate behavior and will gain knowledge about classroom structure for maximizing positive classroom behaviors in every setting.
National Staff Development Council Standards to which this program aligns
Context StandardsStaff development that improves the learning of all students:Organizes adults into learning communities whose goals are aligned with those of the school and district. (Learning Communities)Requires skillful school and district leaders who guide continuous instructional improvement. (Leadership)Requires resources to support adult learning and collaboration. (Resources)Process StandardsStaff development that improves the learning of all students:Uses disaggregated student data to determine adult learning priorities, monitor progress, and help sustain continuous improvement. (Data-Driven)Uses multiple sources of information to guide improvement and demonstrate its impact. (Evaluation)Prepares educators to apply research to decision making. (Research-Based)Uses learning strategies appropriate to the intended goal. (Design)Applies knowledge about human learning and change. (Learning)Provides educators with the knowledge and skills to collaborate. (Collaboration)Content StandardsStaff development that improves the learning of all students:Prepares educators to understand and appreciate all students, create safe, orderly and supportive learning environments, and hold high expectations for their academic achievement. (Equity)Deepens educators' content knowledge, provides them with research-based instructional strategies to assist students in meeting rigorous academic standards, and prepares them to use various types of classroom assessments appropriately. (Quality Teaching)Provides educators with knowledge and skills to involve families and other stakeholders appropriately. (Family Involvement)
Council of Chief State School Officers Core Competency Standards for Educators to which this program aligns
Principle #5: The teacher uses an understanding of individual and groupmotivation and behavior to create a learning environment thatencourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning,and self-motivation.24The teacher analyzes the classroom environment and makesdecisions and adjustments to enhance social relationships,student motivation and engagement, and productive work.The teacher organizes, prepares students for, and monitorsindependent and group work that allows for full and variedparticipation of all individuals.25Principle #6: The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal,and media communication techniques to foster active inquiry,collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
Program Length
90 minutes
By Request
This program is available by request/on demand ONLY
This program is available as both a during or after-school professional development session. It can also be adapted to become a series for your district, building or classroom if there is a need to do so.
Connection Type(s) Available and Program Fees
Cost per Site: $150.00Cost per Site with Premium Service: $150.00 What's this?
Premium Service provices additional benefits. Learn more!Receiving Site is responsible for own line charge
Cancellation Policy
Programs cancelled due to inclement weather will not be billed. All other conferences are expected to hold on the time and date scheduled, unless other arrangements are made at least 24 hours ahead of the scheduled time and date.
Program is Offered Through
Videoconference
Is video taping allowed?
No
The Provider broadcasts over
IP
Minimum Technology Specifications for sites connecting to this provider
We are capable of dial out or dial in using external IP addresses. We are also able to bridge using Ohio's e-Tech bridge.
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