Classroom Management Survival Course

How many times have you thought that you could accomplish a great deal more in the classroom if only your students would just behave? This online course for K-8 teachers focuses on helping them explore a variety of classroom management strategies, including shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach, teaching management routines, and learning how to develop and establish an effective discipline plan, among others. Teachers will learn many useful and practical techniques for working with students. A particular focus is on effective strategies for working with special populations such as students who have experienced trauma, multilingual learners, and students with learning disabilities. Teachers will also spend time learning about the importance of establishing clear and concise classroom rules and routines. Character education will also be introduced as it relates to classroom management. Teachers will also learn the benefits of cooperative learning in creating a positive classroom environment. Conflict resolution strategies based on restorative practices are also explored, particularly within the context of bullying situations. Finally, teachers will learn how to properly and effectively create individualized behavior plans. By the end of this continuing education course, teachers in grades K-8 will feel better equipped to handle several common classroom management issues.