UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING THE BEHAVIORS OF STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS – NEIU COURSE

(30 ISBE Clock Hours) In this course, you will learn how to use data to identify and hypothesize functions of behavior. Using this information, you will be able to design and implement an effective intervention plan that will address inappropriate behavior. This method will assist you in managing classroom behaviors in a manner that enhances the learning environment.

COURSE DETAILS:
  • Total Price: $145

  • Credit Type: ISBE Clock Hours

  • Credits: 30 ISBE Clock Hours

  • 23 High-Quality Resources Provided With The Course

CONTENT AREAS:

  • Classroom Management/ Behavior
  • Special Education/ Needs
  • Social/ Emotional Learning
  • Teaching Strategies
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Course Objectives & What You Will Learn in this Course:

What You Will Learn

  • The Components of Student Behavior and How to Collect & Analyze Behavior Data to Better Understand Your Student

  • How to Determine the Root Cause or Function of the Behavior

  • An Overview of Ideas on How To Address Student Behavior

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Course Guiding Question:

Course Guiding Questions

What behaviors are occurring in my classroom that are disrupting learning and how can I manage those behaviors more effectively?

Great course with tons of resources! I found the presentations to be clear and concise while still providing a wealth of information and tools. I can’t wait to try these strategies out with my students!

-Elementary-Level Teacher

 30 ISBE Clock Hours

At the conclusion of this course, you will earn 30 ISBE clock hours, including a signed ISBE certificate.

Continuing Education hours through Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) are offered as ISBE clock hours and indicated as continuing education clock hours on a University provided certificate. Although offered in partnership with NEIU, they do not result in graduate- level or academic credit and cannot be used toward a degree program. These courses are primarily intended for recertification or re-licensure and continuing education for teachers in the state of Illinois.

Northeastern Illinois University is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It is recognized as an approved provider of ISBE clock hours by the state of Illinois.

Course Sections

Topics Covered and General Course Outline

Section 1 – The Components of Behavior

  • A definition of various forms of student behavior in the classroom
  • The three components to consider when understanding your students’ behaviors

Section 2 – Behavior Data Recording

  • The definition of a functional behavior assessment
  • The ABC method of collecting student behavior data
  • Other methods for collecting student data

Section 3 – The Functions of Behavior

  • The four functions of behavior
  • How to generate a hypothesis about the function of your target behavior

Section 4 – Planning and Evaluating Interventions

  • How to choose replacement behaviors
  • How to design a function-based intervention
  • Methods for evaluating interventions
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Helpful Resources & Templates Included With the Course
The course comes with 23 templates, tools, and graphic organizers ready to be used in your classroom!
These Include:

  • ABCs of Behavior Reference Chart
  • ABCs Data Collection Tool with Samples
  • ABC Data Scatterplot with Samples
  • Behavior Scatterplot with Samples
  • Behavior Recording Documents with Samples
  • The Functions of Behavior Reference Guide
  • Functions of Behavior Worksheet with Samples
  • Replacement Behavior Planner with Samples
  • Function-Based Intervention Planner with Samples
  • Intervention Fidelity Planner with Samples
  • Intervention Plan Template with Samples
  • Effectiveness Rubric
  • Implementation Observation Checklist with Samples
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$145
  • Register for full access to the course for 1 full year
  • Get started immediately, work at your own pace, and earn 30 ISBE clock hours once complete
  • Once your course is complete you will receive a completed ISBE certificate from NEIU
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