Classroom Management in PreK-6th Grade

Issued by University of Central Oklahoma

This micro-credential is embedded in UCO’s CIED 5433 Classroom Interaction and Discussion academic course. Earners of the micro-credential have demonstrated skills essential to effectively create a positive classroom culture in a PreK-6th grade classroom, including child guidance and classroom management techniques. Students must earn an overall grade of B or higher to earn the micro-credential.

Type Learning
Level Intermediate
Time Months

Skills

Earning Criteria

Understand relevant theories regarding young children's developmental characteristics and needs.
Recognize the impact of culture and environmental factors upon learning and development.
Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for children and their families.
Recontextualize classroom management as a practice of teaching self-regulation and collaboration.
Foster inclusive environments and build classroom community.

Standards

InTASC (Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium)

These standards outline the common principles and foundations of teaching practice that cut across all subject areas and grade levels and that are necessary to improve student achievement.

NAEYC Code of Ethics

NAEYC recognizes that those who work with young children face many daily decisions that have moral and ethical implications. The NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct offers guidelines for responsible behavior and sets forth a common basis for resolving the principal ethical dilemmas encountered in early childhood care and education.