023821 Special Education 1: Managing Challenging Behaviours

This subject develops an understanding of the theoretical approaches to programming for students who have challenging behaviour. It also explores the ways in which these approaches have been researched. It examines the criteria for selecting different preventive and management approaches. Participants are given the opportunity to discuss concepts raised in the lecture/workshop sessions, from the perspectives of their experiences in the practicum. The subject is compulsory for those seeking accreditation to teach in special education.