EDUC-250: Designing Learning Environments

Candidates will examine and design positive learning environments which are inclusive, respectful, and based upon current research, theory, and practice. Effective organization and communication techniques amongst all stakeholders are stressed. Through a framework of restorative practice and social emotional learning, this course will address diverse approaches based upon culturally responsive behavioral, cognitive, affective, social, and ecological theory and provide and understanding of the role adverse childhood experiences, trauma, family disruptions, child abuse, and neglect can have on student learning. Effective and efficient management of time, space and resources, including lessons and classroom behaviors, are examined as a means of promoting learning.