EDN 663 Bldg Communicat & Schl Team Wk

Compelling research across a broad spectrum of educational arenas clearly indicates that students learn and achieve better in a positive and inviting learning environment that emphasizes mutual respect and caring. This course equips experienced and beginner educators with the essential knowledge and skills necessary to foster an emotionally engaging classroom. The strategies participants will learn and practice are designed to improve teacher expertise in five specific areas: leadership, communication and listening, positive thinking, student support and team building. Collectively these skills are at the center of what makes excellent teachers successful and what allows students of all abilities and backgrounds to thrive. (3 credits)