Emotional and behavioral difficulties can significantly impact a student's ability to engage in the learning process, maintain positive relationships, and reach their full potential. This course aims to deepen participants’ understanding of the underlying causes and manifestations of these difficulties, while offering practical approaches to help students develop emotional regulation, self-management, and social skills. Throughout the course, participants will explore various theoretical frameworks and evidence-based practices to identify and respond to emotional and behavioral difficulties in students of different ages and diverse backgrounds.

CILO-1: Describe and explain the underlying causes and manifestations of emotional and behavioral difficulties in students, and the impact of these challenges on their learning, social interactions, and overall well-being. CILO-2: Critically apply a range of evidence-based interventions and strategies to support students with emotional and behavioral difficulties according to particular contexts. CILO-3: Orally communicate information, strategies, and recommendations related to supporting students with emotional and behavioral difficulties.