BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION AND MANAGEMENT

Catalog description

This course promotes the understanding of behavior management theories and best practices for students with disabilities. The focus is on identifying behavior strategies based upon data collection, functional, and formal assessment from preschool through adolescence. Emphasis will be placed upon positive behavioral intervention strategies and best practice for promoting behavioral change among students. Topics include: legal considerations; manifestation determination; and the impact of cultural diversity, family dynamics and economic stressors on school behavior.