EDU5541 Learning Environ & Classroom Mgt

This course is designed to introduce a variety of class management models, with analysis and application emphases. Implications for both early childhood and elementary settings are studied. Classroom environmental arrangements; time-management factors; children of differing backgrounds and needs; mentally-, emotionally-, socially-, and/or physically-disabled children; and preventive, supportive and corrective discipline are addressed. Large and small group management and components of effective physical, social, emotional, academic learning environments are examined. Prerequisites: Admission to the M.A.T. program or Program Director approval.