This interactive session provides practical strategies to help teachers recognize and respond to student behavior in ways that foster a positive classroom environment. Educators will explore how behavior serves as communication and learn proactive tools to reduce escalation through structured routines, clear expectations, and effective communication. Participants will gain hands-on experience using verbal and non-verbal strategies, start directives, and student choice techniques that support engagement and de-escalation. Teachers will leave with immediately applicable tools to manage behavior calmly and consistently, maintaining instructional momentum and promoting student dignity in every interaction.
Explore the UDL framework and learn how to effectively plan and implement inclusive instruction. This session reviews setting the stage for UDL, co-planning and co-teaching strategies, and compares traditional and UDL-aligned lesson plans to support all learners.
This interactive session provides practical strategies to help teachers recognize and respond to student behavior in ways that foster a positive classroom environment. Educators will explore how behavior serves as communication and learn proactive tools to reduce escalation through structured routines, clear expectations, and effective communication. Participants will gain hands-on experience using verbal and non-verbal strategies, start directives, and student choice techniques that support engagement and de-escalation. Teachers will leave with immediately applicable tools to manage behavior calmly and consistently, maintaining instructional momentum and promoting student dignity in every interaction.
