SPED 340/540 - Behavior Intervention And Program Planning For Students With Special Needs

Institution:

Pacific Oaks College

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Description:

This course explores the relationship between teacher choices, academic task and classroom environment in encouraging and discouraging student self esteem, behavior and achievement. Four models of behavior management will be discussed from a social systems perspective: psycho-dynamic, behavioral, environmental, and constructivist. Analysis of behavior will be discussed in relation to antecedents and consequences of target behaviors as highlighted by a case study approach. Teacher candidates will develop skills in designing whole class management systems, as well as individualized programs (positive behavior support plans) consisting of data collection on target behaviors, identification of replacement behaviors with specific behavioral goals and objectives, and appropriate reinforcement strategies.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pacificoaks.edu

Phone Number:

(626) 529-8500

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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