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Processing Grief By Kelly Jean Sullivan

      data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-aut What does processing grief mean? But grieving includes  the entire emotional process of coping with a loss , and it can last a long time. The process involves many different emotions, actions, and expressions, all of which help a person come to terms with the loss of a loved one. How do you begin processing grief? Instead, try these things to help you come to terms with your loss and begin to heal: Give yourself time. Accept your feelings and know that grieving is a process. Talk to others. Spend time with friends and family.  Take care of yourself. . Return to your hobbies. . Join a support group What is the 5 process model for grief? The five stages –  denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance  – are often talked about as if they happen in order, moving from one stage to the other. You might hear people say things like 'Oh I've moved on from denial and now I think I'm entering the angry s

Teacher Confidence by Kelly Jean Sullivan

     data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-aut Confidence in teaching And confidence matters. In fact, research indicates that  teacher self-confidence can have a greater impact on student achievement than student-teacher relationships, home environment, or parental involvement . So much of why teachers lack confidence, however, is the result of what they say to themselves Why confidence is important as a teacher? This might seem surprising, but it actually makes sense.  A teacher who lacks confidence is less likely to push students, try new methods, or tackle difficulties . Teacher efficacy also plays a role in teacher retention, helping to keep educators motivated and stay in profession.

Assisting with Transitions for autism By Kelly Jean Sullivan

      data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-aut How  <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> can individuals with autism be supported through transitions? Clearly communicating that something has finished using natural gesture or a visual support before moving onto the next activity . Providing the individual with a role in the transition (i.e. help carrying the drink bottles back to class) Reducing verbal language to allow the individual time to process the expectation What are transition strategies? Transition strategies are  techniques used to support individuals with ASD during changes in or disruptions to activities, settings, or routines . The techniques can be used before a transition occurs, during a transition, and/or after a transition, and can be presented verbally, auditorily, or visually.

Teaching Outside the Classroom By Kelly Jean Sullivan

     data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-aut <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> What doe  mean by teaching outside the classroom? Learning outside the classroom is  the use of places other than the school for teaching and learning . It is about getting children and young people out and about, providing them with challenging, exciting and different experiences to help them learn What is learning outside the classroom called? Learning experiences outside the classroom are forms of  experiential learning  (Dewey, 1897). What is the importance of learning outside the classroom? supports improved standards back INSIDE the classroom, raising attainment, reducing truancy and improving discipline. Learning outside the classroom is known to contribute significantly to  raising standards & improving pupils' perso

Collage Art Therapy by Kelly Jean Sullivan

    data-ad-client="ca-pub-1763189992875486"> </amp-aut W <script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1763189992875486"      crossorigin="anonymous"></script> hat is the collage method in psychology? Collaging is  a projective technique by which participants select images that represent how they feel about a particular topic . The participants then explain to the moderator the reason they chose each image What are the benefits of collage art? Collage can help children to learn skills such as glueing, sticking, taping, stapling, cutting, tearing. experiment with different resources. socialise with other children as they share materials and tools. be creative and learn about design, patternmaking, dimension and composition. gain concentration skills.