Working with the Difficult, Defiant and Noncompliant Student

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Academic Conferences is offering a new program of proven interventions and strategies. This program will focus on how teachers can defuse power struggles and implement noncoercive redirection of defiance and noncompliance in the classroom while building an improved and lasting relationship with the challenging student. When this happens, the opportunity for achievement is opened up for everyone, and the classroom becomes a more productive environment

Program Description, Objectives, etc. | Message from the Presenter | Continuing Education Hours | Workshop Agenda | Presenter Bio | Important Information (registration fees, contact us, etc.) | Workshop Locations | FAQ

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Program Description

Do you have one or several students who are difficult, defiant and noncompliant?

Do they cost you dearly in time lost and the effort it takes to deal with them? What are some proven "secrets" for realizing more success with this student? If you want to reduce classroom disruption and achieve a more productive learning environment, this valuable NEW program is for you!

James Sutton, nationally recognized educator, psychologist and author, will provide you with a wealth of practical strategies and proven interventions that will help you be more effective with even your most challenging student.

Dr. Sutton will focus on how teachers can defuse power struggles and implement noncoercive redirection of defiance and noncompliance in the classroom while building an improved and lasting relationship with the challenging student. When this happens, the opportunity for achievement is opened up for everyone, and the classroom becomes a more productive environment.

You'll leave this outstanding program with practical strategies and valuable insights you can put to use immediately. You'll also leave with a comprehensive, professionally published program handbook that will be a valuable resource for many years to come.

Participant Benefits

• LEARN practical strategies for increasing your effectiveness with the defiant and noncompliant student
• GAIN powerful methods for preventing defiant and noncompliant behavior before it starts
• COLLECT dozens of proven ideas for promoting task compliance and achievement in the classroom.

Needs Addressed

The difficult, defiant and noncompliant student not only keeps you off-task, with his annoying and aggravating behaviors, he or she can negatively affect the entire "climate" in the classroom. Although this youngster has plenty of skill and ability to do well academically, their defiance and noncompliance create problems for everyone. Wasted time, wasted grades and wasted relationships take their toll quickly.

Intended Audience

Classroom teachers, special education teachers, alternative education teachers, school counselors, administrators, behavior intervention specialists, instructional assistants, program and assessment specialists, school psychologists and school social workers.

Program Objectives

Through this workshop and materials, participants will be able to

• Match the Strategy to the Problem
  FOCUS intervention on the correct problem (really) … AVOID the behavioral "fallout" that can accompany redirection of this student … EMPLOY the strategy of "soliciting good intentions"
• Erase the Student's Next Defiant Episode
  USE creative provocation to your advantage … DISPLACE one or more of the three elements that must be in place for defiant and noncompliant behavior to occur … PRACTICE the "when" of intervention
• Empower Your Difficult Student for Compliance
  Positively CHANGE the youngster's perception of authority … DISCARD the type of teaching that doesn't produce long-term results with this student … MASTER the "Magic Moment," a brief but powerful relationship-building intervention. Creatively BALANCE expectations … ENCOURAGE the difficult student to interpret his own improvement
• Confront Effectively, Not Eternally
  MASTER the "Aha!" approach to confrontation … MINIMIZE disagreements and excuses … HELP the difficult student to focus on his defiance and noncompliance, rather than the discomfort of the confrontation … Creatively ENLIST the student's cooperation
• Improve Achievement and On-task Behavior
  PREVENT the misunderstanding of directions and tasks … BUILD compliance through the strategy of "adding to" … INITIATE and MAINTAIN task-directed focus and behavior … ENCOURAGE compliance using spontaneity and humor … STRUCTURE a forced-choice approach to task completion … MASTER nonverbal ways to redirect a defiant and noncompliant student to task
• Address Issues of Programming and Discipline
  EVALUATE the most pressing programming challenges of working with this student … UTILIZE one or both of two proven disciplinary interventions
• Conference Effectively with Parents
  DO two simple things that can significantly increase the effectiveness of a parent conference
• Receive an Extensive Program Handbook
  You will RECEIVE a valuable program handbook stuffed full of ready-to-use ideas, strategies and interventions for improving student behavior and generating more compliance and achievement in your classroom (a $21.50 value).

A Message from the Presenter

 

Continuing Education Hours Granted

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is providing 5.25 Non-credit Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for this workshop. For your convenience, all certificate program participants will receive a completion certificate. Many national, state, and local licensing boards and professional organizations will grant Continuing Education or Professional Development credit for attendance at our certificate program. Some organizations will require that you submit the course outline (save your class hand outs) and your completion certificate. You may want to contact your own board or organization to find out what is required.

Workshop Agenda

7:45-8:30 a.m.

Check-in and registration

8:30-10:00 a.m.

Behavioral beginnings (introduction)
Getting OUT of the loop
Patterns and payoffs
Defiance and noncompliance
What works; what doesn't

10:00-10:15 a.m.

Break

10:15 a.m.-Noon

Intervention (part 1)
Intervention overview
Change perspective, change behavior
Reinforcing relationships
Balancing expectations

Noon-1:00 p.m.

Lunch (own your own)

1:00-2:00 p.m.

Intervention (part 2)
Balancing expectations
Constructive confrontation
Task-directed compliance

2:00-2:10 p.m.

Break

2:10-3:15 p.m.

Intervention (part 3)
Task-directed compliance (cont'd)
Gearing up for growth
Programming and discipline
Conferencing with parents
Brief review and closing

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Your Presenter

James D. Sutton, Ed. D

As an educator, Dr. James Sutton has taught everything from grade school to graduate school. His interest in working with emotionally troubled youngsters motivated him to earn a doctorate in psychology. Today, Dr. Sutton addresses the needs of young people as a consulting psychologist, an author, and an accomplished speaker. His years of service to young people, and those who serve them, have included consultation with public and private schools and school districts, educational service centers, hospitals, residential treatment and group home facilities, juvenile probation authorities, special education cooperatives, and child service agencies.

As evidence of his platform skills, Dr. Sutton was granted Professional Member status into the prestigious National Speakers Association, and he holds the designation of Certified Speaking Professional, the highest earned designation possible in the speaking profession.

Dr. Sutton has authored many books, guides and audio training programs for child service professionals. His book If My Kid's So Nice...Why's He Driving ME Crazy? was named "Editor's Choice" by Learning magazine, and he is the author of the best-seller, 101 Ways to Make Your Classroom Special: Creating a place where significance, teamwork, and spontaneity can sprout and flourish. Visit his informative website at www.docspeak.com. His e-mail address is suttonjd@docspeak.com.

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Important Information

Registration Fee for Working Effectively with the Difficult, Defiant and Noncompliant Student workshop - $139.00 before the early registration deadline, $159.00 after that date (see the appropriate deadlines for each location in the Workshop Locations section).

You will receive an email confirmation notice immediately after completing your online registration. If you do not receive this confirmation notice then you are NOT registered for his conference. Please contact us.

Included in the Registration Fee for Working Effectively with the Difficult, Defiant and Noncompliant Student workshop:

• This program involves a lecture methodology, with planned activities and group "brainstorming."
• The book, Difficult, Defiant and Noncompliant Student
• Continuing Education Units - The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Academic Conferences is granting .525 CEUs (5.25 hours) for the workshop.
• Two refreshment breaks

Register or choose your location from the Workshop Location section below.

Cancellation: If you register but can not attend, you may transfer your registration fee to a colleague, attend an alternate site, or request a refund. Cancellations can be made by calling the conference office at (402) 472-2423 or fax (402) 472-1264. Cancellations will be accepted until one week prior to each conference and registration fees will be refunded less a $30 processing fee. No refunds will be accepted within one week prior to the conference.

Questions or trouble registering? Contact us
Email: conferences@unl.edu
Phone: (402) 472-2423
Fax: (402) 472-1264

Contact Information

Academic Conferences
Benton Hall
PO Box # 866100
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-6100

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Workshop Locations

Texas

Midland, Texas - Tuesday, February 19, 2008
The Midland workshops will be held at:
Hilton Midland Plaza
117 W Wall St
Midland, TX 79701
Rooms can be reserved by calling (432) 683-6131
Register now for this location

Lubbock, Texas - Wednesday, February 20, 2008
The Lubbock workshop will be held at:
Holiday Inn Hotel and Towers
801 Avenue Q
Lubbock, TX 79401
Rooms can be reserved by calling (806) 763-1200
Register now for this location

Amarillo, Texas - Thursday, February 21, 2008
The Amarillo workshop will be held at:
Holiday Inn Amarillo
1911 East Interstate 40 (off exit 71)
Amarillo, TX 79102
Rooms can be reserved by calling (806) 372-8741
Register now for this location

Virginia

Lynchburg, Virginia - Tuesday, March 11, 2008
The Lynchburg workshops will be held at:
Craddock Terry Hotel
1312 Commerce St
Lynchburg, VA 24504
Rooms can be reserved by calling (434) 455-1500
Register now for this location

Richmond, Virginia - Wednesday, March 12, 2008
The Richmond workshop will be held at:
Comfort Inn Conference Center
3200 W Broad St
Richmond, VA 23230
Rooms can be reserved by calling (804) 359-4061
Register now for this location

Norfolk, Virginia - Thursday, March 13, 2008
The Norfolk workshop will be held at:
Holiday Inn Select
1570 N Military Hwy
Norfolk, VA 23502
Rooms can be reserved by calling (757) 213-2231
Register now for this location

Kansas

Topeka, Kansas - Wednesday, March 26, 2008
The Topeka workshops will be held at:
Holiday Inn Topeka Holidome
605 SW Fairlawn Rd
Topeka, KS 66606
Rooms can be reserved by calling (785) 272-8040
Register now for this location

Wichita, Kansas - Thursday, March 27, 2008
The Wichita workshops will be held at:
Best Western Airport Inn and Conference Center
6815 W Kellogg Dr
Wichita, KS 67209
Rooms can be reserved by calling (316) 942-5600
Register now for this location

Salina, Kansas - Friday, March 28, 2008
The Salina workshops will be held at:
Best Western Heart of America Inn
632 Westport Blvd
Salina, KS 67401
Rooms can be reserved by calling (785) 827-9315
Register now for this location

Kentucky

Bowling Green, Kentucky - Tuesday, April 1, 2008
The Bowling Green workshops will be held at:
Holiday Inn University Plaza
1021 Wilkinson Trace
Bowling Green, Kentucky 42103
Rooms can be reserved by calling (270) 745-0088
Register now for this location

Lexington, Kentucky - Wednesday, April 2, 2008
The Lexington workshop will be held at:
Ramada Conference Center
2143 N Broadway
Lexington, KY 40505
Rooms can be reserved by calling (859) 299-1261
Register now for this location

Louisville, Kentucky - Thursday, April 3, 2008
The Louisville workshop will be held at:
Holiday Inn Louisville Airport South
2715 Fern Valley Rd
Louisville, KY 40213
Rooms can be reserved by calling (502) 964-3311
Register now for this location

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I register?
   Web - registration & payment by Visa or MasterCard (or purchase order number) may be made online
   By Phone - call 402-472-2423 and provide registration and payment info.
   By Fax - print brochure, complete the registration page and fax with credit card information to 402-472-1264.
   Send payments to:
   

       Academic Conference Registration
       1700 Y street
       University of Nebraska-Lincoln
       Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0694

2. What is the fee?
   The registration fee is $139.00 before the early registration deadline, $159.00 after that date (see the appropriate deadlines for each location in the Workshop Locations section).
   
3. What forms of payment are accepted?
   For online registration, you may use easy, secure payment by credit card. For any registration including online, you can also provide purchase order information or send a check. Onsite we can accept cash, purchase orders or checks.
4. Is using the online registration secure?
   Yes, payment is completed through a secure site at The University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
   
5. How is the registration confirmed?
   If you register online, a confirmation e-mail will be sent to you immediately.
   If you register by phone or fax, a confirmation email will follow within five business days.
6. Do I need to pre-register?
   We highly recommend pre-registration so that we can plan space at each site and ensure enough materials, refreshments, etc.  You can also save money if your registration is received by the early registration deadline.
7. How will the charge for the workshop appear on my credit card?
   The charge will appear as "University of Nebraska"
8. I cannot attend the session for which I registered. Can I transfer to another site?
   Transfer to another site is permissible. To assure space is available and to arrange transfer, please call the 402-472-2423.
9. Can another person from my school go in my place?
   Transfer of a paid registration to another person is fine.  If you do know this in advance of your event, please contact us at 402-473-2423.  
10. What are the dates and locations of the seminars?
    Check the Workshop Locations above for a detailed listing of the dates and locations of the workshops.
11. What do I need to bring?
    Materials and the textbook will be distributed at check-in. It is advisable to bring along writing implements and note paper.
    While every effort is made to have the meeting space comfortable for everyone, it is always a good idea to bring a light jacket or sweater along for comfort.
12. Will I receive Continuing Education Credits (CEU)?
    Non-credit Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will be provided.  For your convenience, all certificate program participants will receive a completion certificate. Many national, state, and local licensing boards and professional organizations will grant Continuing Education credit for attendance at our certificate program.  Some organizations will require that you submit the course outline (save your class hand outs) and your completion certificate. You may want to contact your own board or organization to find out what is required.
13. What if I have to cancel my registration?
    If you register but can not attend, you may transfer your registration fee to a colleague, attend an alternate site, or request a refund. Cancellations can be made by calling the conference office at (402) 472-2423 or fax (402) 472-1264. Cancellations will be accepted until one week prior to each conference and registration fees will be refunded less a $30 processing fee. No refunds will be accepted within one week prior to the conference.
14. What if I need to use my cellular phone or pager?
    All phones and pagers should remain on SILENT or VIBRATE while you are in the workshop room. If you must take a call during the workshop, please leave the room before answering.  Please use discretion.