SPED 280 - Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

SPECIAL EDUCATION

Description:

Information and practical training in the implementation of basic classroom management theories and strategies for all students, especially those with learning disabilities will be the focus of this course. Students will learn about mandates and current legislation affecting the management of all student behavior in schools. The Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support model will be studied in depth. Data- based and data-driven decision making will be emphasized. Students will also learn and practice strategies for addressing and improving school survival skills, social skills, and specific student behavior problems. Students will understand, develop and practice culturally responsive behavior strategies that promote effective communication and collaboration with students with disabilities and their families. Prerequisite: EDUC 180 -- Special Education and Inclusive Practices. Course Description By the completion of this course, students will: Course Objectives (1) Identify the detailed concepts of the Positive Behavioral Support (PBIS) Model (2) Describe the function of the three levels of the PBIS model (3) Describe the goal and function of PBIS on a state, district and school- based level. (4) Describe the function and role of a PBIS coach, trainer and coordinator (5) Explain the purpose and function of a school-wide team and building capacity on a school level (6) Describe reactive vs. proactive approaches (7) Describe the purpose of a five year implementation plan (8) Explain the purpose and function of data collection and Data Decision-making (9) Explain the purpose of professional development and PBIS promotion (10) Outline the fundamentals of children and adolescent behavior (11) List concepts and functions of defiance and non-compliance in the classroom (12) Describe the purpose of problem identification (13) Describe how socio-economic, cultural and racial factors influence behavior (14) List effective PBIS behavioral interventions in the classroom (15) Explain the importance of teaching and re-teaching school-wide rules and expectations (16) Identify and explain the function of observations and Functional Behavioral Assessments (17) Identify the purpose of Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) (18) Explain the function and components of level interventions (19) List and describe supplementary group and individual supports (20) Explain the dynamics of urban vs. rural PBIS implementation (21) Describe the components of PBIS substation on a school-based level

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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