Taught By:
Ashanti Bryant Foster
Associate Professor and Department Chair of Education in Professional Studies and Community Education Division
Course Description:
This course explores everyday relationships in educational settings and how to effectively communicate with parents, families, and colleagues. Students will gain an awareness of interpersonal communication and engage in skill-building practices to enhance communication in educational settings working with diverse groups of parents, families, and students. Students learn the basics of interpersonal communication skills and cultural competence and how they impact one’s communication in the classroom. Emphasis is on building effective relationships in school settings to improve educational outcomes. Finally, students will focus on classroom climate and conflict management strategies, including restorative justice. This course is intended for those persons who have a bachelor’s degree and are seeking initial teacher certification and for teachers seeking recertification.
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