SPED 481: Advanced Behavior Management and Instruction

Course Description

This course builds upon evidence-based behavior management and instruction concepts, principles, and techniques. Course emphasis is on understanding the process of Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA), Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP), instructional classroom management, self-regulating strategies, crisis intervention, mental health issues, social emotional learning, and trauma-sensitive practices. Prerequisites: SPEC ED 351, 354, and 355 OR SPEC ED 309, 371, 373, 374, and 375. Taken one or two terms prior to student teaching.