ED 6010 - Introduction to School Climate Leadership

This advanced Educational psychology course will explore theories of youth social and emotional intelligence, learning, motivation, intelligence and recent advances in brain-based learning and neuropsychology as it relates to school climate, bullying, and respectful teaching. Participants will critically assess various educational models and programs designed to reduce bullying and harassment, as well as specific respectful teaching practices that deepen student engagement, personalized learning and teacher and student empowerment and use this information to critically assess current practice in school climate leadership and school change. (3 credits)