Defusing Classroom Power Struggles: Balancing Compassion and Control

Diffusing Power Struggles: Balancing Compassion and Control

Instructors: Jenny Barrett and Dr. Anne Townsend

Course Description: Classroom power struggles can be one of teachers' most stressful and draining challenges. In this transformative virtual course, you'll discover a proven, science-backed approach to avoid, decrease, and prevent power struggles in your classroom. Say goodbye to outdated strategies like offering limited choices or removing students from class. Instead, gain practical strategies and deeper insights into the root cause of challenging behavior, and learn how to regain control while strengthening relationships with your students. This course will equip you with the skills to handle even the most challenging situations with confidence and empathy.

What people are saying:

“This training helped find the 'sweet spot' of staying in charge of the classroom and staying connected & attuned to the children. I took away small shifts in my approach that have big impacts - for me and the children."

What You’ll Learn:

• How to reduce power struggles in your classroom using the Mariposa Method – A proven approach to defuse conflict and create lasting change.
• The science behind power struggles – Understand what triggers conflict and how to prevent it before it starts.
• Effective communication skills to connect with children during power struggles.
• Build trust, defuse tension, and guide students toward positive behavior.
• Effective discipline skills to ensure safety and gain control without escalating behaviors.

This Course Includes:

Seven hours of on-demand virtual lessons, including:

• Downloadable resources with practical tip sheets.
• Interactive online exercises to reinforce key concepts.
• Videos of teacher-student interactions using the Mariposa Method.
• Certificate of completion for 7 credit hours

Recommended For:

• Teachers, educators, and caregivers of children under age 8.
• Both early-career and seasoned educators.

Course Topics:

1. The "Why" Behind Classroom Power Struggles – Discover the underlying causes of power struggles and how to predict when they’re about to happen.
2. How Stress Fuels Power Struggles – Learn the critical role stress plays in escalating conflict
   Social-Emotional Learning to Reduce Classroom Power Struggles – Discover SEL strategies to create a calmer, more cooperative classroom environment.
3. Introduction to the Mariposa Method – A comprehensive approach to decreasing and preventing power struggles while fostering connection.
4. Neutral Descriptions: A Key Strategy to Decrease Stress – Learn how neutral language can immediately reduce stress for you and your students.
5. The Role of Empathy in Power Struggles – Gain the ability to understand and respond to your students' emotional needs during conflicts, strengthening teacher-student relationships.
6. Using Strategic Discipline to End Classroom Power Struggles – Apply effective discipline strategies that promote respect and cooperation without escalating tensions.

 
Requirements:

• A working computer with internet access.
• An open mind and receptive mindset.

Recommended For:

• Teachers, educators and caregivers with children under age 8.
• Both early career and experiences educators

Enroll now for a transformative learning experience!