In this workshop, we explore how and why to foster teamwork among youth. Teamwork is defined in Preparing Youth to Thrive as “abilities to collaborate and coordinate action with others.” … Continue reading "SEL Methods: Fostering Teamwork"
This workshop introduces communication techniques that help you build more supportive, youth-centered relationships. Participants learn how to ask effective questions, listen actively to youth, and offer youth encouragement rather than … Continue reading "Third Thursday PD- Ask/Listen/Encourage"
In this workshop, attendees will be supported in considering the fundamental elements of a STEM activity that promotes engagement. Attendees will engage in hands-on, collaborative experiences to familiarize themselves with … Continue reading "Developing Engaging STEM Activity Experiences"
Reframing Conflict – What role do you play in conflict situations with the youth in your program? Do you know how to turn a conflict situation into an opportunity for … Continue reading "Third Thursday PD- Reframing Conflict"
In this workshop, we explore how and why to coach youth through their emotions. Referred to as “emotion management” in Preparing Youth to Thrive, this skill is defined as “abilities … Continue reading "SEL Youth Work Methods: Emotion Coaching"
In this workshop, attendees will identify the key elements of being an engaging facilitator of STEM experiences that promote hands-on learning and inquiry. Attendees will have a chance to model … Continue reading "Facilitating Engagement and Inquiry in STEM Activity Experiences"
Participants in this workshop will- Explore the ways in which they can build community with youth. Explore ways to provide youth with opportunities to develop a sense of belonging. Understand … Continue reading "Third Thursday PD- Building Community"
In this workshop, we explore how and why to promote responsibility and provide leadership opportunities to youth. Preparing Youth to Thrive identifies responsibility as one of six domains of SEL … Continue reading "SEL Youth Work Methods: Promoting Responsibility & Leadership"
Objectives: Participants will be able to define Cooperative Learning. Participants will gain experience using a variety of group forming strategies (Group Formers) and group work structures (Group Structures) Participants will … Continue reading "Third Thursday PD- Cooperative Learning"
In this workshop, a variety of resources will be shared that can be leveraged into STEM programming immediately. Attendees will engage in small groups to create an 8-week activity plan … Continue reading "Resources, Resources, Resources… What is out there and how to leverage it in your program."