In the past, education has focused mainly on cognitive skills such as reading, writing, math, and science. But today, social emotional learning (SEL) is gaining more attention as educators recognize the importance of teaching students how to navigate their emotions in order to become successful in life. Let's take [...]
Many students with special needs struggle with math. By receiving specialized instruction and training in applied math skills, however, special education students can make significant strides in their mathematical abilities. Here's a look at how applied math skills training can benefit special education students: Applied Math Skills Training Teaches [...]
You’ve probably heard the term “workplace readiness skills” before, but what does it really mean? Put simply, workplace readiness skills are the skills and traits that employers value most in their employees. They’re often soft skills, like communication and teamwork, that are important in any work environment. Whether you’re [...]
It's no secret that stress affects our physical and mental health. From affecting our sleep patterns to increasing our risk for heart disease, stress can have serious consequences if left unchecked. That's why it's so important to take time to address our stress levels and learn to manage stress [...]
October is National Depression Month. According to the National Institutes of Mental Health, depression is a common but serious mood disorder that causes severe symptoms that can affect how you feel, think, and handle day-to-day activities. These symptoms include persistent sadness or empty mood, loss of interest or pleasure [...]
Since 2006, October has been recognized in the United States as National Bullying Prevention Month to acknowledge the devastating effects that bullying can have on children and their families. Bullying is a serious problem that can have long-lasting effects on a child's emotional and physical well-being. Fortunately, there are [...]
In 1990, Congress officially established the first week of October as Mental Illness Awareness Week in order to acknowledge the importance of mental health. While mental illness can be an incredibly sensitive topic, it's one that needs to be talked about more. There are many misconceptions about mental illness, [...]
Conflict is a normal part of everyday life and this includes the workplace. No one can choose their coworkers or customers. Some people get along great with coworkers or customers, while others have difficulty with one another. Even people that typically get along can sometimes find themselves disagreeing with [...]
Social skills are the methods people use to communicate with others. The process of using social skills is called socialization. Social skills are also known as interpersonal communication skills. In the workplace people communicate with each other everyday. Strong interpersonal communication skills enable them to talk with all types [...]
Now that you've learned to find and think through stressors in your school, work, and personal life, it’s time to learn about the tools to conquer and harness stress. Because unwanted stress reactions affect both our minds and our bodies, a good way to defeat stress must also use both [...]