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B-4:
Behaviour Disorders and Classroom Management: Primary and
Early Intermediate
Instructor:
Dr. Betty Epanchin
Location:
Prince George
Date: July 4-13, 1994
Days: Monday-Saturday
Time: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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Course Number: ?
ED-D 487
Section Number: ?
1`50
TT or Cat Number:
25676
SFU
UBC
^EDU
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EPSE437
T4.00
96W
90994
66580
COURSE DESCRIPTION
During this course students will review theoretical and research perspectives on behavioural problems commonly seen in
general education classrooms. In addition, a framework for understanding and intervening with children who present
challenging behaviours will be examined. A variety of learning activities and teaching formats will be used to apply
theoretical content to practical classroom problems. Students will be encouraged to examine their own beliefs and
educational philosophies to determine how their views impact their actions in their classrooms.
INSTRUCTOR PROFILE
Dr. Epanchin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of South Florida and
coordinator of the teacher training programs in her department. She has conducted numerous summer institutes in special
education through the University of Victoria and the University of British Columbia in the areas of mainstreaming
exceptional students, secondary learning assistance, and behaviour management. She is the author of several books about
students who have emotional, social and behavioural disabilities.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Active participation during class time will be required in addition to completion of assigned readings. To demonstrate
competence in the course content, students will complete individual or group projects contracted with the instructor.
READINGS
Textbooks:
Epanchin, B.C., Townsend, B.W., and Stoddard, K. (1994).
Constructing Positive Learning
Environments.
Pacific
Grove, CA: Brooks/Cole.
Henderson, J. (1992). Reflective teaching: Becoming an Inquiring
Educator.
NY: Macmillan.
