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3 Semester Credits
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PD credits for re-certification and
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Course Description
This course explores the dynamics of today’s difficult parents who may challenge schools or teachers. Analyzing the cause of combative parents such as poverty, affluence and family system dynamics help educators understand these parents. Ways of dealing with and communicating with difficult parents are presented. Strategies for teachers and school personnel to prevent conflict with parents and handling difficult situations are discussed. Presenting bad news to parents as well as increasing parent involvement is also addressed. Educators will research this issue and write an application essay or project activity that addresses difficult parents in schools
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$425
3 Semester Graduate Credits
Dealing with Difficult Parents
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Course Objectives
- Educators will review the historical dynamics of today’s parent and their relationship to schools, how that has changed and how to handle parenting situations that may arise.
- Teachers will be presented with a variety of strategies to communication and cultivating relationships with parents as well as being proactive to avoid potential problems that may arise in difficult situations.
- Educators will examine ways of presenting bad news or other student deficiencies to parents in a manner that is none threatening and yet is consistent with school policy.
- Teachers will explore the curriculum's focus and how teachers, principal, students, and parents all contribute to the harmony of a positive school experience for students.
- Educators will then research this topic and parent involvement in monitoring student responsibilities such as homework as well as parent involvement in school activities.
Credit Hours
3 Semester Credits (post-baccalaureate professional development credit)
Course Instructor
Joseph C’de Baca MaEd.
Grade Type
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Dealing with Difficult Parents
What Others Are Saying About This Course
Jane T. – IL –
Peter M. – NJ –
“Thank you for being so considerate and understanding. If you need anything else please let me know.“
Mary M. – WA –
“I have received all I need for now. Thank you so much for expediting these papers for me. I appreciate the quick response and will start work on the course at the end of our final school day today. I’m looking forward to learning more about this subject.“
Helen F. – VT –
“Dear Joseph, thanks for this information. It was a pleasure to complete the work! I have used the research paper a few times in school meetings. Thanks again for offering these services to teachers, especially those of us living in the hinterlands!”
Whitney D. – CA –
“Thank you for a wonderful experience. I cannot wait to take what I have learned and apply it to my new first grade teaching job. I know I will be able to use both classes to continue improving myself as an educator.“
Anne B. – OH –
“I found the course very interesting, and can’t wait to begin the paradigm with some of my high school students. Thank you.“
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