Teaching, Learning, and Trauma Grades 6-12
By: Brooke O'Drobinak and Beth Kelley
Book Study Dates: 1.9.24-2.20.24
Content Hours: 15.5 (11hrs reading, 3hrs zoom, 1.5hrs activity completion)
In Teaching, Learning, and Trauma, the authors guide participants through creating a learning environment that combats the negative effects of chronic stress and trauma. They show how to establish rituals and routines, develop personalization, and implement effective student engagement practices that create a relationship-based culture and improve student achievement. This book includes:
- Self-assessment tools to help teachers make informed decisions
- Examples of self-care plans and schoolwide policies for maintaining healthy boundaries in and out of school
- Real-world vignettes and samples of teacher work
- Planning documents and reflection questions to guide educators in identifying strengths and growth areas
