This PD unit is designed to provide educators with knowledge and skills related to working with students who have emotional and behavioral disabilities. It is aimed at helping teachers better understand and support these students in the school environment. Background information covers foundational knowledge about what emotional and behavioral disabilities are, their causes, and their impact on students’ learning and behavior. There is a focus on the importance of addressing mental health issues within the school setting and strategies for creating a supportive environment. Resources help increase understanding of the factors that contribute to behavioral issues and how to address them effectively through discipline strategies. There is an exploration of executive functioning skills and their relevance to students with emotional and behavioral, along with strategies to improve these skills. Information is provided to help the learner distinguish between emotional and behavioral disabilities and social maladjustment, which is important for accurate identification and support. Practical classroom strategies and techniques that teachers can use to support students with emotional and behavioral disabilities are explored. Challenges related to transitions and how to create effective programming to support students as they move through different phases of their education are addressed. The assessment and identification process for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities, including stools and methods for recognizing their needs and providing appropriate interventions are covered.
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