I. EFN 350 Cr. 3 Introduction to Guidance for the Classroom Teacher Introduction to guidance, its role in education, and its basic elements, with special emphasis on the classroom teacher's unique role. 3 School Curriculum Design Overview of K-12 curriculum with emphasis on criteria for decision making. Attention to description of patterns of curriculum development currently utilized in the schools. 3 Using Choice Theory as a Basis for Conflict Resolution Choice Theory is examined as a foundation for developing effective communication skills and conflict resolution strategies.
Emphasis is on resolving interpersonal conflicts.
Designed for teachers, prospective teachers, and professionals working in behavioral sciences. Not open to students who have credit in EFN 222. The course will examine contrasting styles of classroom management based on democratic or authoritarian leadership, non-coercive or coercive strategies, discipline or punishment, and restitution or teacher determined consequences. Emphasis is on promoting responsible behavior to create positive classroom climates by developing a non-coercive style based on principles developed by William Glasser. Not open to students with credit in EFN 721.