TRAUMA-INFORMED TEACHING: What It Is & How To Do It

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05/08/22 • 37 min

Tune in as Katie & Tierney discuss trauma — what it is, its various types, how to recognize it, & how to implement trauma-informed practices in your classroom to promote a culture of safety, empowerment, & healing for all students. We also discuss Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs & the influence of the Blackfoot tribe on this theories, as well as how these ideas can be applied to a classroom setting.
Referenced Resource: Hand Model of the Brain
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If you're considering transitioning out of the classroom, Alexis has created the perfect tool to help you find clarity. Download Alexis' Career Transition Templates for Educators HERE.
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THEY NEVER STOP TALKING: 20 Ways To Channel The Chatter

It's that time of the year. It's testing season and just like us, our little ones are more than ready for summer break. As motivation starts to wear thin, old habits and behaviors may start to sneak back in. You may have noticed that your students seem distracted or disinterested, which can lead to an uptick in disruptive behaviors like calling out or holding side conversations. In this episode, Katie provides 20 different tried-and-true strategies to channel this chatter and achieve calm in your classroom TODAY. Make sure you've got a pen and paper on hand because your going to want to take notes for this one!
Mentioned Resources:
FREE GUIDE: They Never Stop Talking! (20 simple, actionable strategies to channel the chatter & achieve calm in your classroom today)
The Conversation Deck (225 thought-provoking questions to explore values, build community, and develop conversation skills - use code PODCAST for $5 off your order)
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