In this course participants will apply neuroscience and mind-body practices to support educator well-being and student success.
Number of Units: 2.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for teachers via district contract.
Course Materials:
Culturally Responsive Teaching & The Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students by Zaretta L. Hammond available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore.
Mindfulness for Teachers: Simple Skills for Peace and Productivity in the Classroom by Patricia A. Jennings available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore.
Polyvagal Safety: Attachment, Communication, Self-Regulation by Stephen W. Porges available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore.
Research-Based Strategies to Ignite Student Learning: Insights from Neuroscience and the Classroom by Judy Willis and Malana Willis (Author) available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore.
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