Education
The Power of Social Awareness
When was the last time you paused to put yourself in someone else’s shoes? I encourage you to think back to that moment. What did you take away from the experience? Maybe you were able to have a greater sense of appreciation for that person? Their situation? Or, the surrounding circumstances? It might have made…
Read MoreEmpower Kids with Life and Learning Skills
Most adults who are working with kids would agree that one of their primary goals is to help youth develop the capacities and tools they need to be successful and happy as they grow. There are threads of this sentiment in most mission statements of schools and districts, youth organizations and enrichment centers as well…
Read MoreDiscover New Test Taking Strategies Using the Behavioral Attributes
No matter what school system you work in, testing is a part of life. Whether the assessments are happening during class periods or as part of a national or local examination period, tests are common occurrences in the school year. When tests become sources of stress and scratchiness for students, educators can help kids work…
Read MoreWhat Skills Do Kids Need to Succeed in the Future?
What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s one of the most common questions that kids will be asked throughout their young lives, and it’s fascinating to hear their evolving answers. A recent poll revealed that the number one response in the United States and United Kingdom was to be a vlogger…
Read More7 Ways to Amplify Social Emotional Learning in the Classroom
I had a chance to do a semantic noise activity with some of our Associates recently. I love these exercises because they are an easy and eye-opening way to explore differences in the perspectives of the Emergenetics® Attributes. All you do is pick a word, phrase or topic. Then, group participants according to one of…
Read MoreThe Impact of Social Neuroscience in Schools Part III: Boosting Trust
It’s no secret that when students have positive, authentic relationships with educators, it contributes to their wellbeing and academic success as well as the culture of the school. Yet, year after year, we see new articles and blogs (like this one) highlighting just how important it is to invest time in building trust. While it…
Read More10 Ways to Boost Belonging in the Classroom
When a student knows that they can be their brilliant self and feel welcomed, appreciated and supported, it helps them shine at school (and in other parts of their lives). Without the worries creeping in about what others might think about them, kids can show up authentically and have room to make mistakes and share…
Read MoreThe Impact of Social Neuroscience in Schools Part II: Back to the Classroom
At the start of any school year, students may walk into the building with some nerves. It’s a common reaction to different classes, new classmates and changes in the learning environment. This fall will likely bring additional anxieties. For young students, this could be the first time they’ve started a school year in any traditional…
Read More5 Essentials to Inspire a Successful School Year
The beginning of any school year can feel like a whirlwind. Between meetings and professional development, educators are hard at work planning their initiatives, classroom set-up and lessons to support student achievement and create a welcoming environment. If the to do’s are feeling a bit overwhelming, I invite administrators and teachers to stay focused on…
Read MoreThe Impact of Social Neuroscience in Schools Part I: Orientation
I was never the biggest fan of science class, although botany and human anatomy piqued my interest. I appreciated learning about the integrated systems of plants and the human body, and I was fascinated by how tiny, atomic changes impacted the whole system to generate diverse life. Over time, my interests have led me to…
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