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EDPD5012: Principles of Positive Behaviour Support

2024 unit information

This unit is designed to investigate the research and evidence-based techniques and procedures, that teachers and community workers can use to promote pro-social behavior, and prevent inappropriate behaviour from arising. A wide range of theories and principles will be discussed including the processes involved in a whole school commitment to promoting positive behaviour outcomes; collaboration and consultation; the effects of communication and teacher behaviour on student outcomes. Practices and programs designed for supporting the development of positive behaviour will be analysed and critically evaluated.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Education

Code EDPD5012
Academic unit Education
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. demonstrate a clear understanding of the principles of positive behaviour support
  • LO2. demonstrate an understanding of Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) as applied to a range of natural contexts
  • LO3. demonstrate an understanding of the recent research in the prevention and reduction of problem behaviours
  • LO4. demonstrate an understanding of effective and inclusive classroom support practices
  • LO5. identify effective multi-tiered systems-based strategies that prevent disruptive behaviour in teaching environments
  • LO6. demonstrate an understanding of the processes involved in a whole school commitment to promoting student wellbeing
  • LO7. demonstrate an awareness of adult behaviours and teacher/student interactions that affect engagement, wellbeing and discipline
  • LO8. demonstrate an understanding of the behavioural characteristics of exceptional students
  • LO9. assess contextual factors that contribute to the development and continuation of problem behaviour.

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

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