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Integrating the 16 Habits of Mind - edutopia
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K to 12
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Edutopia's "Integrating the 16 Habits of Mind" provides a quick summary of Costa and Kallick's work on the 16 Habits of Mind. The article shares the 16 Habits of the ...more
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Edutopia's "Integrating the 16 Habits of Mind" provides a quick summary of Costa and Kallick's work on the 16 Habits of Mind. The article shares the 16 Habits of the Mind, along with a tip, strategy, and/or resource to begin implementation in the classroom.
tag(s): classroom management (107), problem solving (240), social and emotional learning (126)
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Students can share how they are implementing the Habits of the Mind by posting it on Lino, reviewed here. Students can create an infographic using MindMeister, reviewed here to explain one of the habits. Students can create a comic using ToonyTool, reviewed here explaining one of the Habits of the Mind.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Second Step - Second Step
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K to 12
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Second Step offers both a free and a paid SEL curriculum that covers empathy, emotion management, problem-solving, and relationship skills. On the free resources link for educators...more
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Second Step offers both a free and a paid SEL curriculum that covers empathy, emotion management, problem-solving, and relationship skills. On the free resources link for educators and families, there are multiple activities broken down by grade band: pre-K, K-5, 6-8, and families. Additional resources on the site include Captain Compassion Comics and child sexual abuse information with how-to guides for different age levels.
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tag(s): empathy (41), listening (96), problem solving (240), social and emotional learning (126), thinking skills (57)
In the Classroom
Students can create their own Caption Compassion comics using ToonyTool, reviewed here. Students can create digital escape rooms using Online Escape Room Templates, reviewed here to teach about social emotional learning. Students can create their own "How-to Guide" for social emotional learning using Storyboard That, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MIT Open Courseware - MIT Open Courseware
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8 to 12
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This site provides free, open access to educational materials from thousands of MIT courses as part of their open courseware program, all without requiring registration or enrollment....more
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This site provides free, open access to educational materials from thousands of MIT courses as part of their open courseware program, all without requiring registration or enrollment. All courses include a regular syllabus with assignments, interactive activities, and other resources such as videos and slideshows. Course subjects include computer science and artificial intelligence, math, physics, engineering, and others. There are courses from beginning-level undergraduate classes and up to graduate-level master's and doctoral courses. Find courses by searching for topics, browsing collections, or choosing from the newest course additions.
tag(s): africa (149), artificial intelligence (217), business (46), coding (90), creating media (15), energy (137), engineering (135), environment (244), equations (114), literature (211), sociology (22), space (230), STEM (328), transportation (31)
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AP history, language, and economics students may find MIT's online course materials useful. MIT has committed to putting its entire curriculum on the web, and these early offerings include syllabi, reading materials, and a variety of subject-specific class notes. Before using these pages, students and parents should all be aware of what Open Courseware is and is not. Teachers at smaller schools may welcome the availability of language alternatives. Teachers of gifted who are looking for acceleration options will also find these courses valuable, though you will need to develop a means of doing assessment if your students are to earn credit for them.
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Pop Culture - PBS Learning
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6 to 12
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PBS LearningMedia's American Experience Popular Culture collection brings America's cultural history to life through engaging video clips and classroom resources that explore how entertainment,...more
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PBS LearningMedia's American Experience Popular Culture collection brings America's cultural history to life through engaging video clips and classroom resources that explore how entertainment, media, sports, and everyday life have shaped our national identity. These free, standards-aligned materials help students understand how popular culture reflects and influences society, featuring fascinating stories about music, movies, sports heroes, fashion trends, and cultural movements that defined different eras. Each resource includes essential questions, teaching tips, background readings, and student activities that make it easy to connect historical popular culture to contemporary trends students recognize today. Whether you're exploring the impact of television, examining how music movements sparked social change, or discussing how popular culture reflects American values, this collection offers captivating content that helps students see history as the vibrant, living story of real people and the cultural moments that shaped our world!
tag(s): 1910s (26), 1920s (25), 1960s (54), cultures (245), great depression (30), womens suffrage (63)
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After watching The Crash of 1929 - Primary Resources: Headlines, students can use Story Maps, reviewed here to create a cause-and-effect diagram for the Crash. Students can review the Annie Oakley series to create a digital story using Book Creator, reviewed here that includes famous Americans. Students can use Padlet, reviewed here to post questions after each video.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Genetic Literacy - GLP Library
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9 to 12
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The Genetic Literacy Project (GLP) is a nonprofit science communication platform that explores the intersection of genetics, biotechnology, and public policy. Its mission is to promote...more
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The Genetic Literacy Project (GLP) is a nonprofit science communication platform that explores the intersection of genetics, biotechnology, and public policy. Its mission is to promote science literacy by providing evidence-based information on gene editing, GMOs, agriculture, health, and sustainability. The site features a vast library of articles, infographics, podcasts, and regulatory trackers, including tools like the Global Gene Editing Regulation Tracker and the Anti-GMO Advocacy Funding Tracker. GLP aims to foster informed dialogue by analyzing scientific developments and addressing misinformation, making it a valuable resource for educators seeking to incorporate current issues in genetics and biotechnology into their curriculum.
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tag(s): agriculture (46), dna (52), genetics (83), infographics (60), podcasts (138), sustainability (54)
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Assign students an article from the GLP homepage and have them summarize it for the class. Have students explore GLP's infographics (ex., GMO safety, gene editing regulations) and create a presentation using Visme, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here explaining the data and implications. Students can utilize GLP's Global Gene Editing Regulation Tracker to explore how various countries regulate gene editing and present their findings.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Careers in Demand - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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The Careers in Demand collection introduces students to fast-growing job fields across industries such as healthcare, technology, skilled trades, and logistics. Through engaging videos,...more
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The Careers in Demand collection introduces students to fast-growing job fields across industries such as healthcare, technology, skilled trades, and logistics. Through engaging videos, students learn about in-demand careers, the skills required, and the education pathways to success. This resource helps teachers connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities, inspiring students to explore future careers that align with their interests and job market needs.
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Challenge your students to research a high-demand career from the collection and prepare a one-minute pitch about their chosen career, including job duties, required skills, and salary information. In a "speed networking" format, students can rotate and share their career pitches with classmates. Students can also choose an in-demand career and create a roadmap showing the steps to enter the field, including education, internships, or certifications. The "roadmap" can be created using an online resource such as MindMup reviewed here. In groups, have students select an in-demand industry, such as healthcare, technology, or skilled trades, and brainstorm ways to improve efficiency or solve a challenge in that field. They can present their ideas as a mini Shark Tank pitch to the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Complete Guide to Self-Care for Educators - Purdue Global
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K to 12
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Discover practical strategies for educators to manage stress, prevent burnout, and promote overall well-being. It covers essential self-care practices including mindfulness, work-life...more
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Discover practical strategies for educators to manage stress, prevent burnout, and promote overall well-being. It covers essential self-care practices including mindfulness, work-life balance, healthy habits, and emotional resilience. The guide also offers actionable tips tailored to the unique challenges educators face, including setting boundaries, seeking support, and prioritizing mental and physical health. This resource is valuable for teachers seeking to sustain their energy and passion while navigating the demands of the classroom.
tag(s): mental health (56), professional development (273)
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Start or end the day with a brief mindfulness exercise, such as deep breathing, guided meditation, or a gratitude reflection, to help both you and your students reset and focus. Incorporate short physical activity breaks, such as stretching, chair yoga, or quick energizers, to boost mood and reduce stress for both you and your students. Create a classroom culture that values self-care by celebrating small wins, using positive affirmations, and fostering an atmosphere of kindness and support.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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What is Teacher Self-Care, and How Do You Practice It? - Waterford.org
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K to 12
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The Waterford.org blog post "What Is Teacher Self-Care, and How Do You Practice It?" emphasizes the importance of self-care for educators to prevent burnout and maintain well-being....more
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The Waterford.org blog post "What Is Teacher Self-Care, and How Do You Practice It?" emphasizes the importance of self-care for educators to prevent burnout and maintain well-being. It dispels the misconception that self-care is selfish, highlighting that attending to one's health enables teachers to better serve their students. The article suggests practical self-care strategies, such as maintaining a gratitude journal, engaging in outdoor walks, connecting with loved ones, and incorporating mindfulness practices like meditation and breathing exercises. By integrating these habits into daily routines, teachers can enhance their resilience and effectiveness in the classroom
tag(s): mental health (56), professional development (273)
In the Classroom
Start or end the day with a short mindfulness exercise, such as deep breathing, guided meditation, or a gratitude reflection. This benefits both students and teachers by creating a calm, focused learning environment. Encourage a culture of gratitude by having students contribute to a gratitude wall or keep individual gratitude journals. Participating alongside students can help teachers cultivate positivity in their daily routines. Create the journals digitally by individual Book Creator stories reviewed here or a class journal in Google Slides reviewed here. Incorporate quick check-ins at the start of class where students and teachers can share how they're feeling using a mood scale, emojis, or reflective prompts. This fosters a supportive environment and reminds teachers to be aware of their own well-being. Schedule short movement breaks, stretching, or relaxation activities throughout the day. These moments help reduce stress and keep both students and teachers refreshed.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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But Why - Vermont Public
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"But Why" is a kid-led podcast where children ask the questions and experts help uncover the answers. Topics range from "Are tapeworms sticky?" and "Why do trains run on tracks?" ...more
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"But Why" is a kid-led podcast where children ask the questions and experts help uncover the answers. Topics range from "Are tapeworms sticky?" and "Why do trains run on tracks?" to "What would your superpower be?", "How do broken bones heal?", and "Do earthworms have eyes?" Each 20-30 minute episode is accompanied by a learning guide (available as a PDF or Google Slides), a full transcript, and background information to support deeper exploration and classroom use.
tag(s): podcasts (138)
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View the learning guide to prepare for the lesson and find additional classroom use ideas. Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions and comments. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to keep a list of questions to ask for future episodes.
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Self-Care for Educators - TeachersFirst
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View this collection of resources offering nurturing to the nurturers and acknowledging the unique challenges faced by those who dedicate their lives to shaping young minds. In the...more
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View this collection of resources offering nurturing to the nurturers and acknowledging the unique challenges faced by those who dedicate their lives to shaping young minds. In the demanding world of education, where giving is constant and burnout is common, these carefully curated tools and resources are designed to help educators replenish their own wells of resilience and compassion. This collection recognizes that teacher well-being directly impacts student success, from podcasts to meditation to puzzles for brain breaks. Find practical approaches to physical, emotional, and professional self-care that can be seamlessly integrated into even the busiest educator's schedule.
tag(s): mental health (56), social and emotional learning (126)
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Save these sites for when you need more motivation. Find ways to nurture yourself with self-care. Share these resources with your colleagues, perhaps during staff meetings or in-service training.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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STEM Career Labs - PBS LearningMedia
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6 to 12
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Discover this collection of engaging video resources that introduce students to various STEM careers. Each video features real professionals discussing their jobs, skills, and career...more
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Discover this collection of engaging video resources that introduce students to various STEM careers. Each video features real professionals discussing their jobs, skills, and career paths in fields like engineering, robotics, healthcare, and environmental science. The resources aim to inspire students by showcasing diverse career opportunities and the real-world applications of STEM concepts. Teachers can use these videos to spark career exploration discussions, connect lessons to real-world professions, and encourage students to consider future STEM pathways.
tag(s): engineering (135), environment (244), robotics (30), STEM (328)
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Students can create a vision board (physical or digital) showcasing a STEM career they might pursue. They should include images, skills they need to develop, colleges or programs offering related education, and potential job locations. Digital boards can be made using PhotoCollage reviewed here or PhotoJoiner reviewed here. Students can research a STEM professional in their community or interview a family member/friend in a STEM career. They then create a presentation using Genially reviewed here or a podcast using Spotify for Podcasters reviewed here summarizing their findings and connecting them to what they learned from the videos. Pick a problem related to one of the careers (ex., designing a bridge for an engineer or creating a clean water filter for an environmental scientist). Have students work in teams to brainstorm and design solutions, presenting their ideas to the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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SDGs - 17 BookWidgets Lessons - BookWidgets
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Visit the items shared in this group by BookWidget users to find and use several different SDG-related activities. After registering for a BookWidgets account, you can use all the items...more
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Visit the items shared in this group by BookWidget users to find and use several different SDG-related activities. After registering for a BookWidgets account, you can use all the items for free. Resources include an invention timeline, quizzes, flashcards, and more. Click on any link to view the resource. Share activities using one of the options to share items with students, including links to send activities to Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams.
tag(s): climate change (100), cross cultural understanding (176), energy (137), flash cards (42), nutrition (134), sustainability (54), timelines (57), women (172)
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Bookmark and save this resource to find activities and ideas to use when planning activities related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Find additional resources on the TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Resources Related to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reviewed here. Use the activities as inspiration to increase student engagement and understanding of the SDGs. For example, after viewing the invention timeline, ask students to research a specific invention or inventor, then create a timeline using templates available on Canva Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here or Genially, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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6 Self-Care and Wellness Resources for Teachers and School Employees - Panorama Education
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The article "6 Self-Care and Wellness Resources for Teachers and School Employees" from Panorama Education highlights six resources designed to support teacher wellness and self-care...more
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The article "6 Self-Care and Wellness Resources for Teachers and School Employees" from Panorama Education highlights six resources designed to support teacher wellness and self-care in educational settings. The Mindfulness Resource Pack is first and is a collection of mindfulness activities and tools from Panorama Education and Open Circle, including a self-care practice guide and a Spotify playlist to help educators develop personal mindfulness practices. Second is the Adult SEL Toolkit for 2022-23. These are Resources aligned with CASEL's implementation framework that supports educator well-being and builds capacity for social-emotional learning (SEL). Third is the SEL and Self-Care Resources Related to COVID-19, a compilation of vetted resources to help educators manage anxiety and adapt to distance learning. The fourth is the District Leader's Guide to Building Teacher Capacity for SEL. These are strategies for district and school leaders to support teachers in creating optimal social-emotional and academic learning environments based on teacher feedback. Next is the Mindfulness for Educators Guide, a resource for developing personal mindfulness practices, including breathing exercises and methods for cultivating mindfulness in students and colleagues. Last is a Comprehensive Guide to Adult SEL, a research-based guide offering actionable strategies for addressing teachers' social-emotional needs, including various approaches to adult SEL and best practices for implementation and measurement. Each resource includes a downloadable component or guide accessible through the website.
tag(s): mental health (56), professional development (273)
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Teachers can implement social-emotional learning in the classroom. Teachers can begin to look deeper into their mental health and well-being. Teachers can discuss ways to focus more on mental health for themselves and their students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Library of Congress Research Guides - Library of Congress
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Explore this valuable tool for educators; it offers curated collections of primary sources, historical documents, and research materials across a wide range of subjects. These guides...more
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Explore this valuable tool for educators; it offers curated collections of primary sources, historical documents, and research materials across a wide range of subjects. These guides help teachers incorporate authentic historical artifacts, government records, and literary works into their lessons, enhancing students' critical thinking and research skills. With ready-to-use teaching resources, topic guides, and bibliographies, this site supports interdisciplinary learning and provides rich content for inquiry-based projects in history, literature, civics, and more.
tag(s): african american (117), architecture (79), black history (129), branches of government (63), civil rights (216), civil war (141), conservation (103), energy (137), engineering (135), environment (244), foreign policy (13), hispanic (45), industrialization (11), jews (53), latin (21), literature (211), middle east (51), native americans (116), nutrition (134), photography (126), politics (119), population (52), religions (122), Research (79), sports (84), statistics (113), women (172), womenchangemaker (67), womens suffrage (63)
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Assign students to explore a Library of Congress guide on a historical event (ex., Civil Rights Movement, World War II) and have them read and summarize a firsthand account or diary (or blog) entry. Students can then write a journal entry or letter from someone who lived through the event. Try a simple blogging tool like Telegra.ph reviewed here. Choose a literature-focused research guide related to a classic novel or author (such as To Kill a Mockingbird or The Great Gatsby) and have students create a timeline using Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here or a newspaper front page using a template from Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NPR- Breaking News, Analysis, Music, Arts, and Podcasts - NPR
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NPR (National Public Radio) is a valuable resource for educators, offering high-quality news, podcasts, and articles on current events, culture, science, and history. The site features...more
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NPR (National Public Radio) is a valuable resource for educators, offering high-quality news, podcasts, and articles on current events, culture, science, and history. The site features engaging audio stories, in-depth journalism, and educational content that can enhance classroom discussions and critical thinking skills. Teachers can use NPR's stories to connect lessons to real-world events, introduce students to diverse perspectives, and encourage media literacy. Additionally, NPR's student-friendly resources, such as NPR Ed and Student Podcast Challenge, provide interactive and project-based learning opportunities.
tag(s): civil rights (216), cultures (245), journalism (73), news (220), podcasts (138), scientists (71), space (230)
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Have students listen to NPR's Student Podcast Challenge winners for inspiration and assign them to create a short podcast episode on a topic related to your curriculum. Use free tools like NPR's podcast resources or Buzzsprout, reviewed hereto guide their scriptwriting and recording process. Choose an NPR article and a similar report from another news source and have students analyze the tone, word choice, and sources used. Use NPR's science and history archives to explore a key discovery or event. Have students present their findings through a timeline project using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here or Turbo Timeline Generator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teacher Self Care: Free Online Tools for When You Lack the Will to Teach - E2e's Teacher Self Care: Free Online Tools for When You Lack th
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View different scenarios with tips to motivate teachers. Find web tool suggestions for various topics, including For When You're a Disorganized Mess, For When Your Classroom (or Your...more
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View different scenarios with tips to motivate teachers. Find web tool suggestions for various topics, including For When You're a Disorganized Mess, For When Your Classroom (or Your Mind) is a Circus, and For When You Need To Let Someone Else Do The Teaching.
tag(s): mental health (56), social and emotional learning (126)
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FREE Self-Care Teacher Toolkit - The Self Care Toolkit
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The FREE Self-Care Teacher Toolkit is a quick journal-type entry that allows teachers to think about themselves. Activities include creating a list of tools to eliminate stress, when...more
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The FREE Self-Care Teacher Toolkit is a quick journal-type entry that allows teachers to think about themselves. Activities include creating a list of tools to eliminate stress, when did I last..., remove negativity, top 10, and more. After creating a free account, you can download the file.
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Try the different activities in the toolkit and discuss ways to implement self-care within the school itself.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teacher Tips for Practicing Self-Care - Nearpod Blog
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Nearpod's blog post "Practicing self-care for teachers: Tips to support educators' wellbeing" features a list of the top ten teachers' self-care and tips for educators to ensure everyone's...more
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Nearpod's blog post "Practicing self-care for teachers: Tips to support educators' wellbeing" features a list of the top ten teachers' self-care and tips for educators to ensure everyone's well-being. Educators should provide social-emotional learning training (SEL), create spaces where self-care strategies can occur, get buy-in or feedback, and share teachable moments.
tag(s): mental health (56), social and emotional learning (126)
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Teachers can implement social-emotional learning in the classroom. Teachers can begin to look deeper into their mental health and well-being. Discuss ways to focus more on mental health for themselves and their students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Self-Care for Educators - Dr. Tina H. Boogren
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The "Self-Care for Educators" podcast, hosted by Dr. Tina H. Boogren--a lifelong educator and author--aims to help educators become happy, healthy, inspired, and effective in their...more
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The "Self-Care for Educators" podcast, hosted by Dr. Tina H. Boogren--a lifelong educator and author--aims to help educators become happy, healthy, inspired, and effective in their roles. The podcast covers various topics, including understanding the differences between self-care, self-comfort, and self-indulgence, and offers practical advice on setting achievable self-care goals, such as staying hydrated. By listening to this podcast, teachers can gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance their well-being, prevent burnout, and maintain a positive and productive presence in the classroom.
tag(s): mental health (56), podcasts (138), professional development (273)
In the Classroom
Teachers can listen to an episode during their commute or morning routine to set a positive tone for the day and gain actionable self-care strategies. The podcast offers simple, practical advice (like staying hydrated or setting boundaries) that teachers can immediately apply to their routines to prevent burnout. School leaders or teacher teams can use podcast episodes as discussion starters in staff meetings or professional learning communities (PLCs) to promote a culture of well-being. Educators can use the podcast topics as prompts for self-reflection, journaling, or discussions with colleagues about improving work-life balance.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The FuelEd blog - Megan Marcus
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FuelEd Schools emphasizes that authentic self-care for teachers goes beyond superficial activities, focusing instead on deep self-love and self-preservation. This approach acknowledges...more
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FuelEd Schools emphasizes that authentic self-care for teachers goes beyond superficial activities, focusing instead on deep self-love and self-preservation. This approach acknowledges core needs for wellness and healing, especially in the face of challenges like secondary traumatic stress. Moreover, FuelEd advocates for integrating self-care with community care, recognizing that individual wellness impacts the collective and vice versa. They highlight the importance of building emotionally intelligent educators through training in empathy, self-awareness, and secure relationship-building, fostering a supportive school culture that benefits both teachers and students.
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Instead of focusing solely on surface-level self-care (like spa days), teachers can implement self-preservation strategies that address emotional and mental well-being, such as setting boundaries and practicing self-compassion. FuelEd emphasizes the power of connection so teachers can use their training to foster stronger relationships with students, colleagues, and administrators through empathy and active listening. Teachers can engage in self-reflection activities to better understand their triggers, stressors, and emotional responses, helping them navigate challenges with resilience. By advocating for community care, teachers can work with peers to create a culture where educators support one another's growth and well-being, leading to a more positive school environment.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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