Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: understand and apply effective behavior management strategies; identify the importance of behavior management in classroom success, compare proactive and reactive approaches, and analyze how positive reinforcement and consistent rules contribute to a positive learning environment;  analyze conduct disorders and intervention techniques; explore the characteristics of conduct disorders in children, the influence of environmental factors like poverty and family dynamics, and strategies for managing aggressive and noncompliant behaviors, emphasizing collaboration between educators, caregivers, and mental health professionals; evaluate the impact of classroom management on student development; assess the role of teacher-student relationships, culturally responsive practices, and restorative justice in managing challenging behaviors, fostering inclusivity, and mitigating the school-to-prison pipeline; develop and implement functional behavior plans; examine the use of functional behavior assessments (FBA) in identifying root causes of disruptive behavior and creating effective behavior intervention plans (BIP) using smart goals and evidence-based data collection techniques; examine ethical and legal considerations in behavior management; evaluate the ethical and legal implications of restraint and seclusion practices, federal regulations such as section 504 and the ADA, and the effectiveness of positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) in creating safe and supportive school environments.