Online Class: Solving Classroom Discipline Problems

Delve into the psychology of student behavior to convert disruptions into teachable moments, promoting self-awareness and emotional maturity. Through techniques like assertive and cooperative discipline, this course inspires educators to cultivate a respectful, democratic classroom culture.

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  • 13
    Lessons
  • 27
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 1,725
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine stepping into a classroom where every student is engaged, curious, and ready to learn. Picture yourself leading that classroom with absolute confidence, skillfully turning potential discipline issues into opportunities for growth and learning. This is not a far-off dream, but a reachable reality�and it's all waiting for you in our transformative course, Solving Classroom Discipline Problems.

In today's fast-paced educational landscape, the skills you acquire in this course are not just advantageous but vital. They arm you with the capabilities to create and maintain a harmonious classroom environment where both you and your students thrive. More than just a "course," it's a journey that empowers you to take control of your teaching experience, building a bridge of understanding and cooperation between you and your students.

The essence of this captivating course lies not just in its content, but in its unique approach�a tapestry woven from proven strategies that breathe life into your role as an educator. Here, you'll go beyond theory and immerse yourself in a realm of practical applications, where each lesson is an expedition into creating classrooms that prosper on mutual respect and shared goals. This foundation ensures that disciplinary problems become rare interruptions rather than daily occurrences, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: fostering an exciting learning environment.

What sets Solving Classroom Discipline Problems apart is its focus on both the analytical and the human aspects of teaching. Engaging in behavior analysis will equip you with the tools to identify and transform disruptive actions into constructive classroom dynamics. You'll develop a keen understanding of the psychology behind student behavior, enabling you to tailor your disciplinary approach with empathy and precision. This is your chance to move from reactive to proactive, anticipating challenges and meeting them with strategies grounded in research and experience.

Imagine adopting globally respected methods like assertive discipline, which teaches you to address even the most challenging behaviors head-on while fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect. Imagine a classroom where communication thrives, and every student feels acknowledged and valued. Through cooperative discipline, you'll delve into the motives driving student misbehavior, transforming potential disruptions into teachable moments that promote emotional maturity and self-awareness.

And that's not all�what if you could empower your students to make choices that align with their own success? The course introduces you to strategies that emphasize choice and responsibility, inspired by Dr. William Glasser's Reality Therapy. By understanding and addressing the fundamental needs of your students, you guide them toward positive behavior changes that extend beyond the classroom.

But transforming a classroom starts with transforming yourself. This course helps you cultivate transformative skills, aligning with emotional and social learning principles that enrich both personal and academic growth. By enhancing your interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, you will nurture an environment where students are free to explore, experiment, and excel.

In an ever-changing world, fostering a democratic learning environment becomes essential. Our deep dive into democratic discipline teaches you to turn your classroom into a society of its own, where students are not only learners but active participants, growing into responsible citizens who value freedom and equality.

Picture concluding your course journey with a personalized discipline blueprint, crafted to reflect your unique teaching style and your classroom's distinctive needs. This is more than just a plan�it's a living document, growing and evolving with you, ensuring that your classroom management skills remain as dynamic and adaptable as your students.

The rewards of this course are vast, touching upon every facet of classroom interaction, bringing a sense of peace, order, and unyielding confidence into your professional life. Are you ready to transform your teaching experience, unlock your students' potential, and truly make a difference? Enroll in Solving Classroom Discipline Problems and step into a future where effective classroom management empowers you to inspire, lead, and change lives. Your classroom awaits your masterful touch.

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  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
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Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
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Lesson 1. Discipline and Management Unveiled

Positive teacher-student relationships are foundational for motivating and empowering students while minimizing disciplinary issues. By fostering understanding and trust, educators encourage students to engage deeply and achieve better academic outcomes. 15 Total Points
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-1-Activity-10483.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete Assignment: Why this Course?
  • Assessment: Lesson 1 Review Exam

Lesson 2. Behavior Analysis in Action: Transforming Classroom Dynamics

Through a structured technique-driven process, the behavior analysis model in education fosters an environment conducive to self-regulation and accountability. By utilizing empirical strategies such as task decomposition and reinforcement-based prompting, teachers can effectively guide students toward improved behavioral outcomes aligned with academic goals. 21 Total Points
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-2-Downloadable-10485.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 2 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Review Exam

Lesson 3. Empowered Classrooms: The Journey of Assertive Discipline

With its focus on clarity, consistency, and positive reinforcement, assertive discipline has become globally renowned for enhancing classroom management. This approach equips teachers to address disruptive behavior assertively, guiding classrooms toward collaborative success and respectful communication. 20 Total Points
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-3-HomeWork-10487.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Review Exam

Lesson 4. The Art of Classroom Harmony: Exploring the Principles of Cooperative Discipline

The model of Cooperative Discipline advances classroom management by emphasizing understanding and addressing the primary motives behind misbehaviors, such as attention or avoidance of failure. This method transforms classrooms into communities where students' emotional needs are met, fostering positive behavior changes. 21 Total Points
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-4-Activity-10489.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 4 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Review Exam

Lesson 5. The Empowerment of Choice in Therapy and Education

Reality Therapy, crafted by Dr. William Glasser, emphasizes present choices and responsibility to meet five basic human needs: survival, love and belonging, freedom, fun, and power. Its adaptability allows applications across educational, psychological, and personal development settings, transforming negative behaviors by understanding unmet needs. 20 Total Points
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-5-Downloadable-10491.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 5 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Review Exam

Lesson 6. Teacher Effectiveness: Transformative Skills for Today�s Educators

In aligning with the tenets of emotional and social learning, T.E.T. supports the development of students' self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and emotional intelligence, equipping them for modern societal challenges. Teachers utilize this approach to foster reflective practices, encouraging students' growth in academic and personal spheres. 18 Total Points
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-6-WorkSheet-10493.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Review Exam

Lesson 7. Understanding Democracy: Classroom Application for Engaged Learning

Democratic discipline transforms classrooms into miniature societies where students actively engage in decision-making akin to responsible citizens. Educators become facilitators of a civic-minded environment, emphasizing constitutional values of freedom, justice, and equality. 28 Total Points
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-7-WordSearch-10495.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 7 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Review Exam

Lesson 8. Fostering Autonomy in the Learning Environment

Central to the Jones Model is minimizing classroom disruptions to maximize learning, achieved through techniques that include strategic body language, incentivizing students, and catering to individual needs. This creates a respectful environment conducive to both teaching and learning. 28 Total Points
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-8-WordSearch-10497.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 8 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Review Exam

Lesson 9. Your Unique Discipline Blueprint: A Guide to Tailored Classroom Management

Developing a comprehensive discipline program involves merging various educational strategies to create a unique approach that reflects the educator's style and the classroom's needs. Through techniques ranging from Cooperative Discipline to Reality/Choice Therapy, teachers build a responsive framework adaptable to changing classroom dynamics. 29 Total Points
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-9-Downloadable-10499.pdf
  • Complete: Lesson 9 Activity
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Review Exam

Lesson 10. Crafting Multicultural Classroom Experiences: Strategies and Insights

As classrooms evolve from singular to diverse microcosms of global society, educators face the critical task of valuing student differences to cultivate inclusive learning environments. By actively incorporating varied perspectives and fostering open dialogues, they prepare students for multicultural realities. 22 Total Points
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-10-HomeWork-10501.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Review Exam

Lesson 11. Empowering Educators and Parents for Student Success

Engaging parents in education requires a delicate balance between collaboration and managing expectations, with the best outcomes achieved through respectful partnerships that support a child's learning. Empathy and adaptability are crucial for educators dealing with both disengaged and overbearing parents, ensuring effective communication and strategies to facilitate productive relationships. 25 Total Points
  • Lesson 11 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-11-WordSearch-10503.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 11 Review Exam

Lesson 12. Empowering Educational Communities: Creating Safe and Supportive School Environments

Effective prevention of school violence hinges on fostering a positive school culture, with clear behavior policies and conflict resolution education. Participation in extracurricular activities can redirect potential aggression into positive channels. 24 Total Points
  • Lesson 12 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-12-Activity-10505.pdf
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 12 Review Exam

Lesson 13. Essential Skills for Teaching: Mastering Classroom Management

Teachers' collaboration with parents enriches classroom management, supporting student success both at home and in school. Open communication and parental involvement build a network that reinforces educational and behavioral growth. 74 Total Points
  • Lesson 13 Video
  • Review Practice Worksheet: Lesson-13-Activity-10507.pdf
  • Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Course Comments
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
  • Assessment: Lesson 13 Review Exam
345
Total Course Points
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Demonstrate how to apply restorative discipline strategies in a classroom setting, focusing on promoting accountability and reconciliation among students.
  • Identify the key components of effective classroom management by analyzing their roles in fostering student engagement and autonomy.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply behavior analysis techniques such as chaining, prompting, and shaping in a classroom scenario to modify student behaviors and support positive behavior change.
  • Identify and describe the key principles of behaviorism established by pioneering behaviorists Ivan Pavlov, John B. Watson, and B.F. Skinner, highlighting their influence on the behavior analysis model in educational settings.
  • Demonstrate the ability to implement strategies from the assertive discipline model to effectively manage disruptive behavior and promote positive student interactions.
  • Recognize and describe the core principles of assertive discipline and their application in maintaining an orderly classroom environment.
  • Define the underlying motivations behind common misbehaviors in the classroom and apply tailored cooperative discipline strategies to address them effectively.
  • Demonstrate the implementation of the 'Three C's' of cooperative discipline�Capability, Connection, and Contribution�by designing activities that foster positive student engagement and collaboration.
  • Demonstrate the ability to apply Reality Therapy principles in classroom settings to address and manage student behavior effectively.
  • Define and explain the five basic needs outlined in Reality Therapy and their impact on behavior.
  • Apply conflict resolution strategies from Teacher Effectiveness Training to independently resolve peer conflicts in a classroom setting.
  • Define and demonstrate the use of 'I-based' statements in classroom communication to foster open dialogue and emotional control among students and teachers.
  • Demonstrate the ability to engage in democratic decision-making by participating in classroom rule-setting and voting activities.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

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Course Title: Solving Classroom Discipline Problems
Course Number: 57700127
Lessons Rating: 4.5 / 5 Stars (1,494 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: You can take this course online in every U.S. state including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. International availability includes English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the UK, and South Africa.
Last Updated: June 2024
CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Classes
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Dana Kristan
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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Student Testimonials

  • "I really liked the examples at the end of each session. I also liked all of the different methods that were presented. I realized that I have used many of them in my years of teaching. I hope your company can present this to the colleges and universities so that new teachers receive this before they start working. As of now most colleges do not teach classroom management as part of their curriculum." -- Wayland M.
  • "I enjoyed the straight, to the point lesson. This was a great review and will recommended it to anyone needing a refresher on classroom management." -- Kasimira L.
  • "The curriculum was well-planned and the extra web-sites were an added plus. I enjoyed the feedback from the instructor, as well." -- Vicki M.
  • "I liked getting feedback from the instructor." -- Ella T.

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