Resources for Educators: Training and Tools
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BY NICOLE LAU
The Psychology of Internal Locus: Why Most Suffering is Optional - Module 4: Parent and Educator Guide - Part III: Resources and Tools
Educators can transform education. Teachers, counselors, administrators - you have power to build internal locus in students. But you need resources, training, tools. This guide provides professional development resources for educators committed to teaching internal locus, building student worth, transforming school culture. You're doing essential work. These resources support you.
Professional Development Programs
Training for educators:
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL):
- CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) - SEL framework, resources
- Second Step - SEL curriculum, teacher training
- Responsive Classroom - Approach integrating SEL into academics
- RULER - Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence program
Growth Mindset:
- Mindset Works - Carol Dweck's programs for educators
- Growth Mindset Training - Online courses, workshops
- PERTS (Project for Education Research That Scales) - Stanford research-based programs
Trauma-Informed Education:
- Trauma-Informed Schools - Training on trauma's impact on learning
- SAMHSA Trauma Resources - Government trauma-informed care resources
- Attachment and Trauma Network - School-based trauma support
Restorative Practices:
- International Institute for Restorative Practices - Training, certification
- Restorative Justice in Schools - Alternative to punitive discipline
Curriculum and Teaching Resources
Ready-to-use materials:
SEL Curricula:
- Second Step - K-12 SEL lessons
- MindUP - Mindfulness-based SEL
- Zones of Regulation - Emotional regulation curriculum
- The Positivity Project - Character strengths curriculum
Mental Health Education:
- Mental Health Literacy - Curriculum teaching about mental health
- Teen Mental Health - Lessons on anxiety, depression, stress
- Mindfulness in Schools - Meditation, mindfulness practices
Worth and Identity:
- Self-Compassion for Teens - Kristin Neff's teen program
- The Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens - Activities, lessons
- Identity Development Curriculum - Exploring who they are
Books for Educators
Essential reading:
On Teaching and Learning:
- "Mindset" by Carol Dweck - Growth mindset in education
- "The Growth Mindset Coach" by Annie Brock & Heather Hundley - Practical application
- "Culturally Responsive Teaching and The Brain" by Zaretta Hammond - Equity, neuroscience
On Student Wellbeing:
- "The Whole-Brain Child" by Daniel Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson - Brain development
- "Lost at School" by Ross Greene - Understanding challenging behavior
- "Fostering Resilient Learners" by Kristin Souers & Pete Hall - Trauma-informed teaching
On Classroom Culture:
- "The First Days of School" by Harry Wong - Establishing positive culture
- "Teaching with Love and Logic" by Jim Fay & David Funk - Respectful discipline
- "Better Than Carrots or Sticks" by Dominique Smith et al. - Restorative practices
Online Courses and Webinars
Flexible learning:
Free Courses:
- Coursera - Education courses from universities
- edX - Professional development courses
- CASEL - Free SEL webinars, resources
- Greater Good in Education - UC Berkeley, free courses
Paid Programs:
- Teaching Channel - Video-based professional development
- Solution Tree - Educational consulting, training
- ASCD - Professional development for educators
Assessment and Measurement Tools
Tracking student growth:
SEL Assessment:
- DESSA (Devereux Student Strengths Assessment) - SEL screening
- Panorama Education - SEL surveys, data
- CASEL Assessment Guide - Choosing SEL assessments
Climate and Culture:
- School Climate Surveys - Measure school environment
- Student Voice Surveys - Gather student feedback
Professional Learning Communities
Connect with educators:
Online Communities:
- Twitter #EdChat, #SEL - Educator discussions
- Facebook educator groups - Subject-specific, grade-level groups
- Reddit r/Teachers - Anonymous educator support
- Edutopia Community - Share practices, resources
Professional Organizations:
- National Education Association (NEA) - Teacher union, resources
- American Federation of Teachers (AFT) - Union, professional development
- ASCD - Curriculum, professional development organization
- CASEL - SEL professional community
Podcasts and Media
Learning on the go:
Education Podcasts:
- "Cult of Pedagogy" - Jennifer Gonzalez
- "The Teacher's Lounge" - Classroom management, culture
- "Truth for Teachers" - Angela Watson
- "SEL in EDU" - Social-emotional learning focus
YouTube Channels:
- Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation
- Teaching Channel - Classroom videos, strategies
- ASCD - Professional development videos
School-Wide Implementation
Systemic change resources:
Implementation Guides:
- CASEL School Guide - Implementing SEL school-wide
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) - Behavior framework
- Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) - Comprehensive student support
Leadership Resources:
- Edutopia Leadership Resources - For administrators
- ASCD Educational Leadership - Magazine, resources
- Wallace Foundation - School leadership development
Self-Care for Educators
Taking care of yourself:
Burnout Prevention:
- "Onward" by Elena Aguilar - Educator resilience
- Teacher self-care resources - Mindfulness, stress management
- Educator support groups - Connect with other teachers
Your Own Internal Locus:
- Model what you teach. Build your own internal locus.
- Your worth isn't your students' test scores.
- Take care of yourself. Can't pour from empty cup.
You're Transforming Education
This is the message for educators: You're doing essential work. Teaching internal locus transforms students' lives. These resources support you. Use them. Keep learning. Connect with community. Take care of yourself. You're not just teaching content - you're building humans. This is the most important work. You're transforming education, one student at a time.
This is educator empowerment. This is transforming education. This is building whole humans.
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