We all like to make choices for ourselves and this is especially true for students. Giving students opportunities to make choices is an excellent strategy for increasing engagement and mental flexibility. When we allow a student to choose an activity, it gives her the sense that she has more control, which will likely increase her …
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As adults, when we are experiencing a high level of discomfort or frustration, we know that an important coping strategy is taking a break. Stepping away from a challenging task, environment, or person can be an effective way to self-regulate emotional and stress levels when things get challenging. The same applies to our children and …
Jordan was excited because he was starting his work placement job at a local restaurant. He was hired to clean tables and load the dishwasher in the back of the restaurant. He was looking forward to learning the job and having some money to buy a few things he’d had his eye on. On the …
Throughout the day, in numerous environments and situations, we are called upon to manage our time. Time management is an important skill that helps us set priorities, manage schedules and tasks effectively, and plan for the future. Many students, however, struggle to organize and manage their time effectively. The good news is that time management …
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Have you ever found that a certain environment makes you feel 'off?' It might be that the light is too bright, or maybe too dim. Or maybe there's a weird noise that is annoying and not easy to ignore. It could be that the temperature is not right, or that there is a draft, or …
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