TERM AND DATES: Summer 2010 (May 24, 2009-August 6, 2009)INSTRUCTOR’S NAME: Dr. Peggy WilsonOFFICE LOCATION: Albuquerque CampusPHONE (505) 323-9282E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] (*see below)EVALUATION: University Grading System:IP In ProgressWAYLAND BAPTIST UNIVERSITYDIVISION OF EDUCATION PLAINVIEW CAMPUS Mission: Wayland Baptist University exists to educate students in an academically challenging and distinctively Christian environment for professional success, lifelong learning and service to God and humankind.COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: EDSP 5315 – Behavior Management Techniques for Students with DisabilitiesTERM AND DATES: Summer 2010 (May 24, 2009-August 6, 2009)INSTRUCTOR’S NAME: Dr. Peggy WilsonOFFICE LOCATION: Albuquerque Campus PHONE (505) 323-9282E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] (*see below)COMMUNICATION: * To contact the instructor; please use the “message” system set up in Blackboard. Please note, this is not the same as email.CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provides an in-depth study of applied behavioral analysis; proactive intervention strategies, reinforcement and reductive techniques, and crisis prevention strategies. Research of behavioral interventions for individuals and groups, including the application of techniques for students with emotional disorders will enable the students to address these types of behaviors in the classroom setting. This class requires an observation in a Special Education classroom setting, and an interview with a Special Education teacher. Students must set up their observation and interview site, and get instructor approval, within the first two weeks of class. You will provide this information to the instructor using the message system.PREREQUISITES: EDUC 5304REQUIRED RESOURCE MATERIALS: A. Student Textbook(s)Zirpoli, Thomas J. (2008). Behavior Management, Applications for Teachers 5th Edition Pearson Prentice Hall ISBN – 13: 978-0-13-228144-7B. Requirements for Technology:1. Open a WBU email account. This is necessary for some communication in this course. All email communication within the Black Board System will only go to a wayland.wbu.edu address.2. Familiarize yourself with the Communication tab, and the Message function in Black Board. Please note this is NOT the same as email. This is the preferred way of communicating with the instructor. General questions about an assignment, grade or another concern should be made to the instructor through the message system. Messages will not be read on a daily basis, but will be checked several times per week, so please do not expect an immediate response. Please keep your messages simple and 1direct. It is important to use a meaningful subject line in your messages so the instructor will have a frame of reference when reading or responding to messages.3. Access to the internet on a weekly basis is a requirement for this course; we will use Black Board as the learning system. All class materials are distributed online (lecture notes, rubrics, etc.). All tests and quizzes are located online. Assignments will be collectedthrough the Assignment link, or other electronic platform.4. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other software common to the practice of education is required for successful completion of the course.5. Access to WBU Learning Resources www.wbu.edu/lrcSTUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: Competencies based on Special Education Standards from the State of Texas:Standard VII: The special education teacher understands and applies knowledge of issues and procedures for teachingappropriate student behavior and social skills.The beginning special education teacher knows and understands:7.1k attitudes and behaviors of school and community personnel that positively or negatively influence the behavior of individuals with disabilities;7.2k theories of challenging behavior in individuals with disabilities (e.g., non-compliance, self-stimulation, self-abuse, violence);7.3k theories underlying behavior management techniques (e.g., reinforcement, proactive strategies, strategies that decrease inappropriate behavior) and their applications for teaching individuals with disabilities;7.4k ethical considerations inherent in behavior management;7.5k applicable laws, rules and regulations, and procedural safeguards regarding the planning and implementation of behavior management and discipline for individuals with and without disabilities;7.6k rationales for selecting appropriate behavior management techniques for individuals with disabilities;7.7k the impact of multiple disabilities on an individual’s behavior and learning;7.8k strategies for preparing individuals to live cooperatively and productively in society, including social skills needed for educational and functional living environments;7.9k the range and variety of social skills and behavioral curricula;7.10k strategies for crisis prevention and intervention;7.11k how the communication skills of nonspeaking nonverbal individuals affectTheir behavior; and7.12k the process of functional behavior assessments and their role in developingBehavior intervention plans.The beginning special education teacher is able to:7.1s modify learning environments (e.g., schedule, physical arrangement) to promote appropriate behaviors;7.2s demonstrate a variety of effective behavior management techniques appropriate to the needs of individuals with disabilities;7.3s implement the least intensive intervention consistent with the needs of individuals with disabilities;7.4s identify realistic expectations for personal and social behavior in various settings;7.5s use effective teaching procedures to include social skills instruction in curriculum activities;7.6s demonstrate procedures to increase an individual’s self-awareness, self-control, self-reliance, and self-confidence;7.7s design, implement, and evaluate instructional programs that enhance an individual’s social participation in family, school, and community activities; and7.8s develop, implement, and evaluate behavior crisis-management plans in educational settings.2MEANS FOR ASSESSING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT OF THE OUTCOME COMPETENCIES:1. Readings/Article reviews2. Special Education Teacher Interview3. Observation of Special Education Classroom4. Discussion Boards5. Behavior Management Research Project6. Midterm and Final ExamMETHODS OF INSTRUCTION: The delivery system for the course will consist of