Topic Objectives

Discuss the reality of student dropout rates and possible preventative measures
Identify best practices for managing students who attempt to cheat or may be tempted to cheat
Discuss the reality and management of school violence and student aggression
Discuss how bullying, drug & alcohol abuse, suicide, teen pregnancy, child abuse, homelessness and poverty can affect classroom behavior and ability to learn
Today’s family compositions are unique, identify and discuss challenges for single, divorcing, same-sex, two-working parent and other family situations that affect students
Become familiar with terms such as self-monitoring, self-perception, cognitive dissonance, socioeconomic status (SES), generational poverty and cyber bullying