Course | Classroom Management and Student Responsibility

Develop effective strategies for handling real day-to-day situations and learn how to resolve and prevent discipline problems in your classroom.

At a Glance

• Extended Education
• Approximately 45 hours - Up to 3 months to complete coursework
• 3 PDUs - Graduate Level Professional Development Credits

Course Description

Teaching students self-control and responsibility is foundational to creating a productive and respectful learning environment, and it starts with a well-thought-out classroom management plan. In this course, educators will engage in practical, hands-on learning to develop strategies for managing common behavioral challenges that arise in everyday classroom settings. Participants will explore proactive approaches to prevent discipline issues and practice proven techniques for resolving conflicts when they do occur. Throughout the course, teachers will be guided in designing a personalized classroom management plan that aligns with their unique personality, instructional style, and the developmental needs of their students. Educators will leave the course with a clear, adaptable framework for fostering accountability, structure, and positive behavior in their classrooms.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course the student should be able to:
• Encourage teachers to examine their classroom management procedures which underscore the concept that there must be order for learning to take
• Assist participants in developing an effective discipline plan for classroom management issues
• Analyze the relevant and current research applicable to effective classroom management methods and techniques for today’s educator

Course Topics:

• Strategies for handling day-to-day situations and discipline problems
• Theories and practices of effective classroom management and student responsibility
• Creation of a classroom management plan

What are Graduate-level Professional Development Credits?

Graduate-level professional development credits are not part of a degree program but instead are primarily used for professional advancement such as salary increment steps and recertification. Students should seek approval from appropriate district officials before enrolling in these courses.

Key Features

• Online and self-paced
• Earn graduate-level professional development credits for salary advancement
• Gain practical teaching strategies to improve student outcomes
• Create an effective discipline plan for classroom management

Credit

Credit may be available for this course and may vary by country or institution. Please verify eligibility with UMass Global.