• Social

    Encourage the development of social skills, providing various activities and lessons that ask students to work together. Create inclusive classrooms that celebrate and accommodate all kinds of learners. 2

    Cognitive

    No matter what tools, activities, and curricula you incorporate, a positive, encouraging attitude toward new challenges can shape a child’s learning and cognitive development and keep them invested. 3

    Physical

    Neuroscience research confirms the obvious — when teacher’s mix gestures, motion and whole-body movement into learning, long-term memory thrives. 4

  • Social

    Research shows that young and old thrive when classrooms welcome intergenerational relationships. 5 Mentorship opportunities support teachers and students. 6

    Cognitive

    Studies show that movement, play and outdoor-based learning supports growth of brain pathways and learning. 7

  • Social

    Early career teachers who paired with mentors during the pandemic showed better retention, according to research. Your network means everything. 8

    Cognitive

    When teachers and other front line staff partner with mental health professionals, they can learn basic assessment and other skills that support school-wide mental health. 9

    Physical

    Along with lesson plans, teachers find that having a self-care plan in place and revisiting it once a month reinforces the need to prioritize your own wellness. 10

John Carroll’s specialized Master of Education programs ( Advanced Studies in Child and Adolescent Health and Wellness , Educational Leadership ) and licensure programs provide a whole-student perspective.

JCU Courses that Help Build Your Resilience Toolkit

  • ED 554 - MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION
  • ED 532 - DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
  • PS289 - PSYCHOLOGY OF TRAUMA: MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT
  • ED560 - SCHOOL & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
  • CG 505 - HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
  • ED505 - CHILD AND ADOLESCENT STUDY

Sources:

  1. Children’s mental health is in crisis | Read article → | Back ↩
  2. 9 Ways to Teach Social Skills in Your Classroom | Read article → | Back ↩
  3. Why a Love of Learning Matters | Read article → | Back ↩
  4. Eight Ways to Use Movement in Teaching & Learning | Read article → | Back ↩
  5. What Happens When Old and Young Connect | Read article → | Back ↩
  6. How to Forge a Mentoring Relationship | Read article → | Back ↩
  7. The Importance of Outdoor Play and Its Impact on Brain Development in Children | Read article → | Back ↩
  8. 3 Ways to Support Early Career Teachers Beyond the COVID-19 Pandemic | Read article → | Back ↩
  9. The Importance of Outdoor Play and Its Impact on Brain Development in Children | Read article → | Back ↩
  10. Developing a self-care plan | Read article → | Back ↩