Brandi Burns Lindsey Stauth. “Inclusive Education: support for implementation” We chose this resource specifically, because it is most beneficial for.

Inclusive Education PD Resources: Developing as a

Professional Brandi Burns

Lindsey Stauth

“Inclusive Education: support for implementation”

We chose this resource specifically, because it is most beneficial for us as inclusion

specialists. This website speaks directly to various activities, learning plans, and

professional development opportunities for inclusion.

“Positive Behavior Support”

“This integrated system of school wide classroom management and individual

student support is designed to provide school staff with effective strategies to improve

behavior outcomes in their school (Supporting positive behavior)” .

Why Positive Behavior Support?

With the varying diversities within the classroom, we find it essential to build a strong, supportive, and safe learning environment for

our students. This specific professional development aims to build positive relationships within the classroom. The strategies suggested throughout this resource, provide the necessary tools for teachers and administrators to model

and encourage positive behavior.

Supporting Positive Behavior: Key Elements 1. Positive Relationships2. Modification of Classroom Environment3. Differentiated Instruction4. Understanding Student Behavior5. Social Skills Instruction6. Positive Reinforcement7. Fair and Predictable Consequences8. Collaborative Team Work and a Wrap-Around

Process9. Data Driven Decision Making10. Individual Support Plans These ten elements aspire to inform, inspire, and invigorate teachers

and administrators

D.M. Souveny Understanding Student Behaviour

Key Element #4: Understanding Children’s Behavior

Environmental vs. Neurological Basis for Behaviour

Child is displaying challenging behaviours due to reduced skill at understanding and/or processing

information

D.M. Souveny Understanding Student Behaviour

Neurological Implications for Learned Behaviour

Diagnoses include:

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity DisorderAutism Spectrum DisorderLearning DisabilitiesFetal Alcohol Spectrum DisorderDepression, Mood DisordersAnxietyDevelopmental Coordination DisorderOthers

D.M. Souveny Understanding Student Behaviour

Understanding Behavioural Processes

Environmental

Child has “learned” the pattern of behaviours based on

Observations of other people and their behaviour (social learning – Modeling Approach)

Feedback and Consequences for their behaviour (Behaviour Modification approach) including: trauma, abuse, neglect

D.M. Souveny Understanding Student Behaviour

Functional Behaviour Assessment

It is essential to understand the purpose or function the behaviour is serving the individual, as well as the context

in which that behaviour occurs.

Why is Understanding Student Behavior Important?

We as teachers need to recognize that both environmental and neurological aspects influence student behavior. This

recognition will allow teachers to decipher which classroom strategies and plans will best benefit each

student.

Key Element #10: Individual Support Plans

Action Plan for School Change

D.M. Souveny Action Planning

Individual Behaviour Support Plan

Most severe students require additional intensive and individualized strategies and support. Steps to Complete an individual behaviour support

plan:1. Parent involvement2. Understand the function of the behaviour3. Determine priorities4. Understand warning signs and plans for defusing5. Identify positive supports6. Develop the roles of peers7. Identify if any additional support is necessary

The GOODS Model of Coaching

Goal: What is the goal? For the student For the team

Options: What are the students strengths- what are the teams strengths? What options or strategies are you going to use to achieve the desired

goal?

Obstacles: What challenges might present themselves that could work against obtaining your goal?

Do it: What actions or steps are you going to take to achieve your goal?

Success: What will success look like when you have achieved it?GOOD Model based on J.E. Auerbach

GOODS Model as adapted by Wolf Creek Student Services

D.M. Souveny Action Planning

Why are Individual Behavior Support Plans Important?

The Individual Behavior Support Plan is beneficial for both students and teachers. The needs of the students are

identified and met by the teacher and school. Similarly, teachers and staff become aware of these individual needs and cater their teaching styles to best educate

students.

BOATSThe following is a list of strategies we can

use as emerging teachers to promote positive behavior within the classroom. It is important to recognize that the behavior always serves to communicate a feeling and/or emotion. These strategies were taken from the “Behaviour Observation Assessment Teaching Strategies”, by the Special Education Council.

Strategies Increase student’s personal control and choices Increase opportunities for positive attention and friendships Increase student’s self esteemMatch teaching strategies to student’s strengths and interests Teach communication skillsProvide opportunities for movement in and around classroom

or school Include student’s family in planning and problem solvingAllow flexibility in student’s daily schedule Reinforce respect and responsibility Insure work is at an appropriate level of difficulty Provide visual cues and prompts Limit competition and encourage cooperation

Strategies Cont’dAllow students to demonstrate learning in

different ways Teach relaxation skillsDevelop clear criteria and rubrics to clarify

standards and expectations Arrange classroom to facilitate individual, small

group and whole group workAllow student to leave the classroom when

neededBe aware of sensory difficulties- visual, auditory,

kinesthetic- which may impact learning

Professional Development Day: February 2013

These are a few examples of sessions being offered in an upcoming PD day that focus on techniques for supporting students with behavioral difficulties.“The Nitty Gritty on Supporting Students with

Learning Disabilities” Review the nature of LD including its academic,

social and behavioral/emotional impacts Learn about key techniques for supporting students

with LD Find out about both tangible and online resources Receive a collection of classroom-friendly materials

to support students

Professional Development Day: February 2013

“Turning Around the Disruptive Classroom”Classroom behaviors, such as wandering

around the room, aggression, disturbing another’s property, disruptive noise, disrespect, inappropriate verbalization and inappropriate tasks during a lesson are common behaviors in a classroom that need help! This session focuses on establishing or reestablishing clear expectations, routines and rituals that set the stage for a productive classroom environment. Learn how to teach and reinforce expected behaviors that help create a safe learning environment for ALL students.

Professional Development Day: February 2013

“Working with Difficult Students”Learn some of the reasons why students

misbehave, get some tips and strategies on how to work with challenging students, leave with a practical plan to take back to the classroom/school the next week

BibliographySupporting positive behaviour in alberta

schools. (n.d.). Retrieved from www.inclusiveeducationpdresources.ca/positive-behaviour-support/spb_in_alberta_schools.php

www.grasslands.ab.ca/docs/library/BOATS.pdf