When students are traumatized, teachers are too. Plus: 10 motivational posters for your classroom

When Students Are Traumatized, Teachers Are Too; 10 Motivational Posters; Brain Breaks and Focused-Attention Practices; The Brain Is Wired for Math |

View Online October 18, 2017 Credit: ©Twenty20/@adesantora When Students Are Traumatized, Teachers Are Too Trauma in students' lives takes an emotional and physical toll on teachers as well. Experts weigh in on the best ways to cope. 10 Motivational Posters for Your Classroom Printable posters to foster a positive classroom environment. Credit ©Popova Anastasiya/Creative Market Energy and Calm: Brain Breaks and Focused-Attention Practices These exercises increase activity in the prefrontal cortex, where problem solving and emotional regulation occur. Building a Community of Learners—and Citizens A high-needs school in Rhode Island helps close the achievement gap while preparing students for active citizenship. Credit: ©Shutterstock.com/Rawpixel.com The Brain Is Wired for Math—Sort Of Symbolic math can be hard to grasp, so we have tips to help you build on the natural math sense your kids already have. Don't Miss Why Students Forget—and What You Can Do About It 3 Tips for Managing Phone Use in Class Do No Harm: Flexible and Smart Grading Practices Strategies to Build Intrinsic Motivation Giving Peer Feedback Helps Writers Grow FOLLOW EDUTOPIA         ABOUT   •   PRIVACY   •   CONTACT To ensure delivery of Edutopia's Weekly Enews, please add news@news.edutopia.org to your address book. You can always unsubscribe.   © 2017 George Lucas Educational Foundation PO Box 3494, San Rafael, CA 94912

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