Teacher Education Program

EDU 276  Managing the Learning Environment
Classroom management techniques, classroom discipline models, student behavior and misbehavior, group dynamics, student self-motivation and learning styles are covered.

  • Define behavior and misbehavior

  • Explain types of misbehavior.

  • Apply theories of behavior and misbehavior.

  • Apply Arizona State Board of Education Professional Teaching Standards to classroom management.

  • Differentiate between preventive, supportive and corrective discipline.

  • Create a system of discipline, which maximizes learning and instructional time.

  • Define and trace the history of corporal punishment.

  • Identify models of discipline.

  • Analyze models of discipline.

  • Summarize types of classroom management.

  • Use a variety of techniques to manage a classroom.

  • Summarize various learning styles.

  • Communicate effectively with students to promote student self-motivation.

  • Plan individual and group activities, which facilitate age-appropriate social behavior.

  • Participate as a volunteer teacher aide.

  • Develop and implement a tutoring plan.

  • Summarize the observation/practicum experience.

TOPICS included to meet course outcomes: 
I. Behavior / Misbehavior
               A. Definitions
               B. Types of Misbehavior
                              1.Aggression
                              2.Immorality
                              3.Defiance of Authority
                              4.ClassDisruptions
                              5.Goofing Off
               C. Theories
II. Discipline
               A. Definition
               B. Types
                              1.Preventive
                              2.Supportive
                              3.Corrective
               C. Discipline System Purpose
                              1.MaximizeLearning Time
                              2.Maximize Instructional Time
               D. Establishing Discipline System
                              1.School Board Policy
                              2.Rules of Student Conduct
                              3.Enforcement
                              4.Consequences/Punishments
               E. Corporal Punishment
                              1.History
                              2.Controversy
                              3.Litigation
III. Models of Discipline
IV. Classroom Management
               A. Styles/Types
               B. Techniques
               C. Positive Learning Environment
               D. Culturally Responsive
               E. Classroom Safety
V. Learning Styles
                A.  Multiple Intelligences
                B.  Learning Styles
VI. Communication
               A. Students
               B. Parents
               C. Listening/Responding
               D.  Resolving Conflicts
VII. Classroom Activities
               A. Organization
               B. Individual Projects
               C. Group Projects
               D. Parent Involvement
VIII. Practicum Experience
                A. Classroom Observation
                B. Tutoring
                C. Reflection