The learner will: Understand the definition of challenging behavior that will be used throughout the training series Know the three tiers included in a multi-tiered system of support for social and emotional development for children in preschool Receive information on the components of a preschool program’s overall plan for challenging behavior and understand how the program plan can be a support for educators Module 1: 90 minutes Module Components Slides Essential Message Materials Needed Activity Challenges Comments Pre-Learning Learners will be better prepared to participate in discussion about one of the key components of Module 1, the Program-Wide Plan for Addressing Challenging Behavior, by reviewing and reflecting on the document before the Module 1 training. Preschool Program-Wide Plan for Addressing Challenging Behavior document M1 Pre-Learning Assignment Directions Complete Reflection Items after reading the document. Those who do not have a clear local program-plan for addressing challenging behavior may have some difficulty applying the information. Welcome and Objectives (10 min) 1-5 As you begin Tier II modules, there are some core concepts and background information you need order to be able to put the information in context and fully understand the content of the rest of the modules. Preschool Program-Wide Plan for Addressing Challenging Behavior document Slide 2: Learners introduce themselves and state key concept they selected from pre-learning assignment. Why modules are important (5 min) 6-9 It is important to understand the ‘why’ behind the Tier II training and If learners have not already completed NC Preschool Pyramid Model Tier I
what we want to accomplish as a result of completing the training. (Foundations) training, they will have difficulty understanding and applying Tier II training content. Defining Challenging Behavior (35 min) 10-23 Understanding the definition and impact of challenging behavior and the escalation cycle is the foundation for understanding how to respond to challenging behavior. HO: What is Challenging Behavior? HO: Facts About Young Children with Challenging Behavior HO: Walter Gilliam’s Statistics on Suspensions and Expulsions Escalation Cycle Key Ring Booklets HO: Escalation Cycle Learning Opportunity Scenario 13: Each section will create elevator speech based on their assigned topic using handouts for reference. Slide 23: Learners will code scenario with stages of escalation cycle NC Preschool Pyramid Model Framework & Process (10 min) 24-26 In order to put the Tier II training content into context, participants must first understand the NC Preschool Pyramid framework, which includes a problem-solving process that should be applied to initiating Tier II supports. The NC Preschool Pyramid Model framework can be complicated when you go into detail on the complete framework. Stick to minimal information discussed here, which is all that is needed to understand and apply the Tier II training content.
Preschool Program-Wide Plan for Addressing Challenging Behaviors (25 min) 27-29 As teaching staff are confronted with challenging behavior, it is important to understand the specific processes and supports that are in place in their own programs so that they access and initiate appropriate resources for each phase of the process. HO: NC PPA HO: Preschool Program-Wide Plan for Addressing Challenging Behavior DHHS/DofED Joint Policy Statement HO: Preschool to Prison Pipeline graphic Slide 28: Learners discuss responses to pre-learning reflection in table groups and then share key ideas with whole group Some learners may feel frustration if all pieces of their program-wide plan are not clearly defined. Smaller programs may find some items challenging due to minimal time and people resources. Next Steps and Closing (5 min) 30-31 The Tier II modules will outline a clear process for providing Tier II supports and considerations for teaching staff throughout the process. Post-Learning Assignment Adult learning principles emphasize the importance of providing activities to reinforce and apply content shared in training to provide better understanding and retention of the content. NC Preliminary Pyramid Assessment (PPA) M1 Post-Learning Assignment Directions Use the NC PPA to self-assess teaching practices and choose item to incorporate practice in classroom routine.