Challenging Students Can Be Champions! (Part 1)

Description

Every behavior communicates a need, and understanding the root cause of challenging behaviors is often the first step toward creating positive change. Looking for practical strategies to support students who disrupt learning while maintaining a positive and productive classroom environment? In this course, Reba Gordon-Matthews explores the connection between students' social and emotional needs and their behavior, helping educators better understand why challenging behaviors occur and how to respond effectively. Participants will examine approaches that promote positive behavior while supporting student growth, self-awareness, and success.

Throughout this course, educators will discover practical strategies for working with students who struggle with behavior, building stronger relationships, and creating classroom environments that encourage positive choices and engagement. Participants will explore techniques that help address behavioral concerns proactively while fostering a culture of support, accountability, and encouragement.

This course is ideal for classroom teachers, special educators, interventionists, school counselors, instructional coaches, and school leaders seeking practical solutions for addressing challenging student behaviors. Participants will gain tools and strategies for supporting students' social and emotional development, encouraging positive behavior, and helping students overcome barriers to success both inside and outside the classroom.

Objectives

• Identify factors that contribute to challenging student behaviors in the classroom.
• Explain the relationship between students' social and emotional needs and behavioral outcomes.
• Implement strategies that encourage positive behavior and reduce classroom disruptions.
• Examine classroom scenarios to determine potential causes of challenging behaviors.
• Assess the effectiveness of behavior support strategies in promoting student success.
• Develop a plan for supporting a student who exhibits challenging behaviors.

Key Take Aways

1. Gain a deeper understanding of how social and emotional needs influence student behavior.
2. Discover practical strategies for supporting students who demonstrate challenging or disruptive behaviors.
3. Strengthen relationship-building practices that encourage positive behavior and student growth.
4. Explore proactive approaches that help create a more supportive and productive learning environment.

Assessment

Participants will complete the video module AND an online exam to demonstrate their understanding of the course objectives and reflect on their learning.

Course Content

• Video: Challenging Students Can Be Champions! (Part 1)
• Exam: Challenging Students Can Be Champions! (Part 1)