EDU 611 Dignity For All Students

This workshop fulfills the training requirement on harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention under the NYS Dignity for All Students Act. This is a participatory workshop which includes activities to help students understand and address personal and hidden biases as well as related behaviors and the school setting. Topics include: introduction to the Dignity for All Students Act; reporting requirements for educators; understanding diversity, multi-cultural environments, and examining personal biases; developing sensitivity to the experiences of specific student populations; understanding how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior; understanding intervention and prevention strategies including how to interact with families; understanding how school climate and culture have an impact on student achievement and behavior; understanding the indicators and early warning signs. Fee required. Must be taken prior to student teaching. Fall, Spring, Summer. (0 Credits)