EDU 310 Applied Behavior Analysis and Classroom Culture

Understanding, interpretation and use of behavioral programming in classroom management for special education are the focus of this course. An awareness of the role of behavior modification and reinforcement principles, cognitive and humanistic theories, in concert with the affective domain and self-esteem strategies are stressed. Emphasis is on the teacher’s need to achieve maximum effectiveness in predicting and controlling behavior. The special education teacher and other professionals are equipped with the skills necessary to effectively manage the behavior of the children entrusted in their care. Teacher candidates will learn about reasons for misbehavior and about several discipline models or options for use by teachers to establish a positive classroom culture.