Creating New Connections
Tired of the same disruptive behaviors? Discover what's really driving student challenges and learn effective strategies for breaking the cycle.
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FORMAT:Â Blended (Self-paced and live lessons)
TIME:Â 5Â hours
CREDIT:Â 5Â hoursÂ
Inquire About This Course
Currently, these courses are only available to larger groups in a live format. Self-study courses for individuals will be available soon. Reach out to us below if you are interested in either option.
Instructors: Jenny Barrett and Dr. Anne Townsend
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Description: Tired of classroom management strategies that don’t work? This course introduces a modern, science-backed alternative that actually helps. Whether you’re facing daily disruptions or just want to better support struggling students, you’ll gain practical tools to understand and respond to challenging behavior—without relying on outdated tactics.
Through this Skills Course Mariposa Method, you'll explore real classroom scenarios and learn how to reduce tension, build trust, and guide behavior with calm, clarity, and compassion. It’s not just theory—it’s a transformative shift in how you build relationships with your students.
What You’ll Learn:
- A fresh, effective approach to reducing disruptive behavior
- Â Confidence in handling tough moments with empathy and intention
- Insight into what drives student behavior—and how to prevent it
- Â Techniques for staying regulated and reducing stress in yourself and your students
- Real-world strategies you can use right away
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This Course Includes
This 5-hour course features self-paced components to learn the skill or concept, along with 1-hour live sessions (in-person or online) to practice and receive feedback.
Self-paced components include:
- Short, digestible mini-lessons to watch at your own pace
- Interactive online and live exercises to reinforce key conceptsÂ
- Downloadable resources with practical tip sheets
- Teacher resources, including videos and articles
- Videos of teacher-student interactions using the Mariposa Method
- Reflection prompts and opportunities for feedback
Requirements:
- A working computer with internet access
- An open mind and receptive mindset
Recommended For:
- Teachers, educators, and caregivers of children under age 8
- Both early-career and seasoned educators
