ESP 525 Behavior Analysis and Management

This course examines behavior analysis and management strategies for students with challenging behaviors. Emphasis is placed on collecting data to analyze the function of behavior and developing effective behavioral interventions for individual students. Candidates will use self-assessment and reflection to analyze their own assumptions and/or biases relating to diversity and challenging behaviors. Candidates will develop an understanding of their role in collaboration with team members in the functional behavioral assessment process. Course content includes: 1) functional behavioral assessment, 2) behavioral intervention planning, 3) social/emotional learning, 4) ethics and legal issues, 5) secondary trauma, and 6) teacher self-care. This course includes components of state requirements for certification. 

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Understand the legal, ethical, and equity issues inherent in behavioral programs and supports for students.
3. Define, assess, and evaluate student behaviors.
4. Collect and analyze behavioral data.
5. Evaluate strategies for teaching and modeling Social Emotional Learning skills for students with challenging and severe behavioral issues.
6. Create appropriate and effective behavior intervention plans.
7. Identify the risk factors for secondary traumatic stress and burnout in teachers.
8. Analyze and personalize the importance of self-care practices as a teacher.