Course | Strategies and Approaches for Trauma Informed Instruction
Facilitator
Colleen Wilkinson
- American Montessori Society Credentialed Teacher, Texas School Directors Certificate, 15+ years in the classroom and 5+ years as a school administrator.
- Consultant and Teacher Educator who specializes in trauma informed discipline practice, Facilitator of support groups for adoptive families.
- Colleen's goal is to support teachers as they develop a trauma informed mindset and feel empowered to support students.
- Colleen's personal interests are volunteer work in her local school district, disability rights advocacy, travel and spending time with her family.
EDUO 9327: Strategies and Approaches for Trauma Informed Instruction
Practicing trauma informed classroom engagement strategies requires moving beyond theory to applying the framework in real time. Instructional content, student needs, adult needs and the requirements of the school system impact the educational experience for both children and teachers. Critically examine content, methods, and classroom expectations by applying the framework of trauma informed practice. Recognize and respond effectively to the evolving needs of your students, yourself, and your community.
Syllabus
Course Learning Objectives
In this course, participants will have opportunity to:
- Evaluate your subject specific content and instructional practices to prioritize student mental health.
- Apply the framework of trauma informed practice to classroom practices.
- Engage in self-reflection.
Course Relation to CCS or Other Professional Standards
- Proposition 1: Teachers are committed to students and their learning.
- Proposition 2: Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects to students.
- Proposition 3: Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student learning.
- Proposition 4: Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from experience.
- Proposition 5: Teachers are members of learning communities.
How to Submit Coursework
Each completed assignment in this course is submitted to the instructor for review. Follow directions at the
end of each assignment on how to prepare and submit your assignments. Name each file submitted with your
last name and assignment number (i.e. BrownAssignment3. Make sure you place your full name, course
number and assignment number at the top of each document page. You will receive feedback from your
instructor within 5 days indicating successful completion of the assignment or the need for revision. Assignment grades will be averaged for the final course grade. Submit completed work to the corresponding Module dropboxes in Moodle.
Semester Credits
3
Credit may be available for this course and may vary by country or institution. Please verify eligibility with Dominican University of California.
Course | Strategies and Approaches for Trauma Informed Instruction
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