Portland Community College | Portland, Oregon

Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to:

• Explore theories and research that supports the creation of a positive classroom culture.

• Create an encouraging and engaging learning environment that highlights routines and systems conducive to learning for all students.

• Select and implement culturally appropriate strategies to support diverse learners.

• The classroom community will foster a sense of belonging and connectedness.

• Students deepen the learning on how to create a welcoming environment where students have a deep sense of belonging and thrive as learners.

Students will present their learning in the form of discussions, group presentations and writing assignments on theories and research that highlight strategies to create a positive and welcoming classroom environment encouraging diverse learners to thrive (activities will vary- depending on modality of delivery).

Students' progress will be evaluated and criteria for assigning a course grade by the following tools:

1. Create a classroom plan that is based on culturally appropriate theories and applications that foster a positive classroom culture

2. Present a project demonstrating a positive and culturally appropriate behavior plan using theories and research taught in class 

3. Participate in weekly discussions on the readings, theories and research

Communication: Graduates of Portland Community College should be able to communicate effectively by determining the purpose of communication; analyzing audience and context to sue appropriate language and modality; and by responding to feedback to achieve clarity, coherence, and effectiveness.
Community and environmental responsibility: Graduates of Portland Community College should be able to apply scientific, cultural, and political perspectives in understanding the natural and social world and in addressing the consequences of human activity both globally and locally, demonstrating an understanding of social change and social action.
Critical thinking and problem solving: Graduates of Portland Community College should be able to think critically and creatively to solve problems, understanding and using various methods of reasoning and evaluating information and it sources.
Culture awareness: Graduates of Portland Community College should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the varieties of human cultures, perspectives, and forms of expressions as well as their own cultures complexities.
Professional competence: Graduates of Portland Community College should demonstrate mastery in a discipline of profession at a level appropriate to program and transfer requirements through the application of concepts, skills, processes, and technology in the performance of authentic tasks that enhance community involvement and employability.
Self-reflection: Graduates of Portland Community College should be self-appraising in applying the knowledge and skills they have learned, examining and evaluating personal beliefs and comparing them with the beliefs of others.