Description
* This course is worth either 15 continuing education contact hours (CECH) or one graduate credit.
Take a positive approach to behavior intervention for results that work―and last!
When there’s a nuclear meltdown happening in your classroom, this book is your trusted guide on what to do in the heat of the moment, and how you can prevent future incidents. These field-tested strategies integrate principles of behavioral intervention with the best practices of positive psychology. Inside you’ll find:
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Ready-to-use tools and guidelines
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Practical guidance developed from the author’s extensive experience training educators
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Solutions that work now and support each student’s future well-being
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A deliberate focus at the classroom, building, and system level
Book: "Happy Kids Don′t Punch You in the Face: A Guide to Eliminating Aggressive Behavior in School” by Ben Springer
ISBN-10: 1506392792
ISBN-13: 978-1506392790
Objectives
Participants will:
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Identify the roots of aggression.
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Offer strategies to prevent aggression.
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Analyze how to respond safely to student aggression.
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Foster compassionate relationships with students.
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Identify patterns to help schools adapt to the needs of students with extreme behaviors.
Happy Kids Won’t Punch You in the Face - Alignment to Professional Teaching Domains
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Danielson Domain |
Connection to the Book |
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Domain 1: Planning and Preparation |
The book emphasizes understanding student behavior triggers and proactively planning for positive interactions. |
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Domain 2: Classroom Environment |
Focuses on building strong relationships, creating a supportive climate, and fostering emotional safety. |
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Domain 3: Instruction |
Provides strategies for engagement, de-escalation, and teaching social-emotional skills explicitly. |
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Domain 4: Professional Responsibilities |
Provides strategies for engagement, de-escalation, and teaching social-emotional skills explicitly. |
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