Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), as pioneered by Jon Kabat-Zinn and others, is now being successfully applied in myriad areas of human activity—and most recently, in education. It’s no surprise that psychologists and educators have found that mindfulness-based practices improve attention and performance and reduce stress in the classroom and in other school-based activities. This practical guide explains mindfulness and its applications and shows educators how it can be used with students. Topics include • cultivating resilience and managing stress • emotional development • communication and relationships • mindful use of technology • mindfulness for enhancing creativity • mindfulness and sports • teaching with attention • working with resistance • managing personal stress in the classroom • and much more This book is essential reading for teachers, counselors, parents of children high-school-age and above, and college and graduate students.
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Designed for both students and instructors, this workbook can be used independently or in the classroom as either a textbook to an introductory mindfulness course or as a supplement for teaching well-being practices in any discipline.
In 'Mindful Learning', the authors provide practical insights and exercises on how to apply mindfulness in the educational setting, resulting in a book that clearly sets out how we can manage stress, improve performance and create better ...
The content of this book examines ways in which to develop habits of mind and courses of action, as well as a curriculum of study that can support educators as they cultivate competencies for thriving and coping with the modern demands of ...
Power of Mindful Learning
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Today's teachers face unique challenges. They feel pressure to raise test scores and to cover the curriculum. At the same time, their students need more nurturing and guidance than ever....
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CONSCIOUSNESS EXERCISE: Metacognition Exit Ticket Source: Adapted from Owen and Vista, 2017. A crucial part of understanding self and increasing awareness of self is knowing something about how you, as an individual, think and learn.
Enhancing Reflection within Situated Learning is an exciting and pioneering resource that offers practical guidance to educators and instructional designers interested in incorporating methods and approaches for integrating mindfulness and ...