Nurturing Learners and Learning (Classroom and Asynchronous E-Learning)
About This Course
Learners will be introduced to the concepts of flourishing and well-being, the benefits of Positive Education, the underlying research that guides teaching practice and interventions drawn from successful frameworks of social-emotional learning, mental health and positive psychology. Using an inquiry-based approach, learners will have the opportunity to reflect on how the concepts in the domain areas of positivity can be nurtured and embedded in learning and work contexts. Learners will also be introduced to the concept of wellbeing and its constituent components, with specific focus on Character Strengths and Mindfulness. They will hence have the opportunity to develop and practice the skills, knowledge and strategies needed to enhance the well-being of those in their care. Finally, learners will be introduced to the latest theories, research and applications of motivation and engagement in learning and teaching. They will explore the factors influencing learner motivation and hence develop an understanding of motivational theories to promote learning and achievement. Learners will then be able to apply the motivational theories to enhance learner motivation in their teaching and learning contexts.
What You'll Learn
1. Critically examine the different theories of wellbeing, core constructs of positive education.
2. Apply their understanding of core constructs to enhance learners’ wellbeing.
3. Create more positive learning orientations and stronger learning environments.
4. Review ideas and evaluate approaches by tapping on learners’ strengths.
5. Describe concepts of mindset orientations and their implications on learning.
6. Apply motivational theories to promote learning and achievement.
7. Enhance learners’ motivation in their teaching and learning contexts.