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Summary of 'Anxiety Overview'

Anxiety affects millions of people in this country and around the world. Anxiety is one of the fastest growing disturbances to our lives, that can be helped simply once we understand it.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part II: Fear, Worry, Panic'

The 3rd in the series, helping us examine the way anxiety shows up. Worry and panic attacks are explained through the lens of a psychologist treating this issue for 30 years.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part III: Past or Future Oriented'

The 4th in the series. Our anxiety is either focused on the past (ruminative) or the future (anticipatory). Learn your type of anxiety and how it's generated.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part V: Process Part B'

The 6th in the series. The elements that create and sustain anxiety are essential for reframing this experience as within your control. A further exploration.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part VI: Trapped Energy'

The 7th in the series. Anxiety is like shaking an old fashioned soda bottle but keeping the lid on tight, producing trapped energy. Learn more about what happens to this energy.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part VIII: New Schema'

The 9th in the series. A schema is a paradigm that can be altered to see the world through a different lens. Change old scripts to optimize peace and live with greater security.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part IX: Anxiety, Relationships & Peace'

The 10th in the series. The way anxiety impacts our social and romantic life can actually create a cycle of greater anxiety. Learn how to support those with anxiety or gain it yourself.

Summary of 'Anxiety Part XI: Anxiety, Trauma & Healing'

The 12th in the series. Recovering from emotional scars takes longer than physical ones. We need to learn to see the world through the lens of powerful as opposed to powerless.

Summary of 'Substance Abuse Part I'

Traditional approaches to drug and alcohol abuse often stop short after sobriety. Understanding the multifaceted issues that cause and sustain abuse/ dependency is essential for long term success.

Summary of 'Substance Abuse Part III'

Explore the final aspects of this extensive look into the complexities of abuse and dependency. Getting beyond sobriety is the key to sustainable change.

Summary of 'Depression Part I: Overview'

Depression impacts the lives of millions of children and adults around the world. Take this introduction to the series to learn important information on understanding and resolving it forever.

Summary of 'Depression Part III: Flat Energy'

An element in the causes and effects of depression is energy level. Learn about the types of energy, ways to generate energy, and the important association between energy and the way we feel and live.

Summary of 'Depression Part V: Old Paradigm Part A'

A paradigm is a lens through which we perceive all that happens in life. Learn how a person's paradigm can shape the way people view themselves, others, and the world.

Summary of 'Depression Part VI: New Paradigm'

If the old paradigm involves operating from survival – the need for safety and security, the new paradigm necessitates approaching life with the purpose of challenging self to move beyond.

Summary of 'Depression Part VII: Depression & Medication'

Learn how genetic, biological, familial, and environmental factors contribute to causes and treatments of depression.

Summary of 'Depression Part IX: Depression & Relationships'

Depression can have a significant impact on the way people relate to others. Learn some of the ways that depression can leave people feeling alone and disengaged.

Summary of 'Coping with Covid Delays Part I'

Living through a pandemic is a threat unlike anything we have experienced before. Let's navigate this together to get through it with minimal harm.

Summary of 'Coping with Covid Delays Part III'

Feeling out of control or without control is painful. In order to feel peace we need to learn how to let go and influence only what's possible.

Summary of '5 Steps to Improve Any Relationship'

Personal and professional relationships can be the difference between happiness and frustration. Take this learning to improve relationships with five easy tools.

Summary of 'Communication Styles in the Workplace Part II'

There are different styles of communication that draw and repel us from different people. The more effective we are at sharing and taking in information, the better our workplace relationships become.

Summary of 'Communication Overview'

Communication is sometimes the cause of relationship issues and sometimes the result. This foundation course helps lay the groundwork for improve two parts to healthy dialogue.

Summary of 'Receptive Communication Part II'

There six common receiving problems that help a person feel rejected or misunderstood. Learning how to recognize these barriers can help us become the kind of person that somebody wants to confide in.

Summary of 'Expressive Communication Part I'

The use of 'I statements' and exploring perspective are two simple but crucial elements of expressive communication. Watch examples of how expressive communication work.

Summary of 'How to Provide Support'

People commonly find it difficult to help somebody in a way that is truly meaningful. Conversely, asking for what we need from others is also challenging. Learn how to improve relationships.

Summary of 'Improving Arguments Part I'

Arguing is a natural part of relationships. When productive they can lead to restored closeness. When unproductive they can erode a relationship into turmoil.

Summary of 'Improving Arguments Part III'

Old patterns learned by watching our parents or through prior relationships can be changed, by creating a formula that resolved disputes peacefully and quickly.

Summary of 'Parenting Through Divorce Part I'

This is part one of a two-part series on shared parenting after a divorce or separation. We discuss how to tell children and warning signs to look for.

Summary of 'Roadblocks to Effective Communication'

There are twelve common content errors people make in communication that break contact. Dialogue between a couple illustrates how these roadblocks can quickly lead to a breakdown in dialogue.

Summary of 'Tips for Receiving Feedback Part II'

Feedback is part of the daily work environment. Learn how to distinguish between biased input and positive helpful input.

Summary of 'Diet & Immunity Part I'

Dr. Joel Fuhrman is the premier health expert in this country. In June 2017, he filmed a series in advance of his newest book, Fast Food Genocide, made available to educators first.

Summary of 'Diet & Immunity Part III'

Learn the simple mistake that increases the risk of death more than 20%. In this series, Dr. Fuhrman interviews a former patient, illustrating the failure of medicine and impressive healing of food.

Summary of 'Educator Well-Being Intro'

Educators are experiencing enormous stress and anxiety at their job. Learn more about how this series can help your body and brain be able to regulate, destress, and build resilience.

Summary of 'Educator Well-Being Part II'

We want to help educators build long, healthy careers. Let's explore breathing strategies to build regulation and resiliency. These are strategies that can be taught to your students as well.

Summary of 'Educator Well-Being Part IV'

Let's explore some new practices for your Well-Being. Educators feel pressure from everyone. We can unload some of this pressure by building your radical acceptance and self-compassion skills.

Summary of 'Fast Food Genocide: Barriers to Change Part I'

We make food choices based on misinformation. Most of us put our faith in the medical community to understand our health, but their focus on intervention over prevention may lead to incomplete data.

Summary of 'Fast Food Genocide: Barriers to Change Part III'

Part of our resistance to change are all the conflicting messages from health care professionals. Online you can find unlimited opinions on what is healthy/ unhealthy, leadings us to uncertainty.

Summary of 'Finding Happiness Part I'

Happiness is the single most important ingredient to a healthy and rewarding life. The path to happiness is not always clear and the obstacles often obstruct our view.

Summary of 'Work Life Balance'

Teachers are caregivers, often relying on leftover energy from their personal life. Learn why we do this and how to create change.

Summary of 'Healing Sexual Dysfunction Part I'

Males have a difficult time with sexual intimacy for reasons that are often different from women. Learn how to overcome the unique barriers that men experience around closeness.

Summary of 'Improving Intimacy Part I'

Among the fears we have as humans including abandonment, rejection, and shame, is also a fear of closeness. This foundation course explores barriers to emotional intimacy.

Summary of 'Kidney Health Part I'

This three-part series is presented by Dr. Jeffrey Cohen, a nephrologist with over 30 years of experience in the field.This course highlights the role and function of the kidneys including hormones.

Summary of 'Kidney Health Part III'

In this final segment on kidney health, Dr. Cohen takes us through the treatment protocols for patients with kidney disease. As we learn, kidney health effects nearly every aspect of the body.

Summary of 'Procrastination Part I'

Putting off tasks to the point where it causes distress in our lives isn't something we have to live with. Chronic procrastination impacts millions of people and often we get complacent.

Summary of 'Too Busy to Win'

The greatest professional derailer of our time is being too busy to win. Overwhelming “to do” lists and being plugged in at all times is wreaking havoc on our psychology and brain chemistry.

Summary of 'Preventing Burnout Part I'

Explore the common and uncommon reasons for growing turnover in education and the risk for prematurely growing stagnant in your career.

Summary of 'Preventing Burnout Part III'

Our degree of resiliency determines how well we respond to stress and adapt to change. What's generally looked at in children is essential for wellness in adults.

Summary of 'Preventing Burnout Part V'

Potency is the antidote for burnout because people who feel powerful are as likely to feel helpless. Redefine your view of power as a process not as influence.

Summary of 'Stress Part I'

Understand the physical and psychological evolution of stress as a foundation for appreciating your process for improving your capacity for discomfort.

Summary of 'Stress Part III'

Explore the process by which we create stress and why each of us have our own unique way of generating and soothing tension.

Summary of 'Technology or Wellness Part I'

Dr. Jared Scherz partners with Principal Keith Swaney, presenting at the NJASA TECHSPO Conference. The question they attempt to answer is whether technology and wellness can co-exist.

Summary of 'Technology or Wellness Part III'

The first known study to examine teacher perceptions of student characteristics, revealing startling results about the decline in several key areas.

Summary of 'Technology or Wellness Part V'

In this final series installment, we consider a school’s responsibility in adapting socially responsible technology as part of an overall plan for community wellness.

Summary of 'The Psychology of Weight Loss Part I'

If you've tried diets or this is your first attempt at weight loss, you are about to experience something different. The key question are why we have extra weight and why we haven't lost it.

Summary of 'The Psychology of Weight Loss Part III'

We eat for many reasons other than hunger, such as loneliness, sadness, fear, guilt, and anger. If we don’t pay close attention to what need is being activated, we may substitute food for emotion.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part I: Overview'

SELFIE means Social Emotional Learning For Individual Educators. Psychological health requires these skills to meet needs our (SEL). Embody this work for you and your students.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part III'

Our first step when intervening with a child is to assess their difficulty with feelings or behavior. We nearly always opt for behavior when the reality is a lack of ability to regulate emotion.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part IV'

When students call out in class or kids interrupt you when you are speaking, is often due to their difficulty containing feelings. Helping them learn to be patient is critical to their growth.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part VI'

Children of all ages are on a quest for a sense of self. Middle and H.S. students especially, struggle every day to balance their needs for acceptance with uniqueness, while growing self-worth.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part VII'

The omnipresent fear of school violence makes understanding aggression an essential element of educating and parenting. Learn different types of aggression as part of child development.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part IX'

With a growing national divide, young people are seeing the results of differencing without caring for the beliefs of others. Restoring empathy is a key to academic and SEL learning.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part X'

Navigating differences while staying engaged with another is one of the most challenging tasks for a human being, much less a child. Learn how to teach this critical skill to kids of all ages.

Summary of 'Social Emotional Learning Part XII'

There are 15 PSEL’s outlined in this series to help students succeed inside and outside of the classroom. Take this final engagement to see how it all comes together.

Summary of '360 Degrees of Integrity'

Leaders who embody integrity have a remarkable strategic advantage. This video introduces a comprehensive method to influence through empowerment rather than disempowerment. Learn to be nimble.

Summary of 'Honesty at Work'

Many leaders recognize the value of transparency. However, competing priorities and an excess of expectations can interrupt even the most determined leader’s efforts. Learn to align your aspirations.

Summary of 'Class Climate & Learning Support Part I'

It can be challenging working with students who have different ways of learning and processing information. Learn how to accommodate a range of learning styles to reduce resistance and build success.

Summary of 'Class Climate & Learning Support Part III'

Continuing to explore ways to accommodate differences in how students learn, this engagement looks at practical, non-disruptive ways to address tactile, movement, and oral-motor needs.

Summary of 'Class Climate & Student Behavior Part I'

“Classroom Climate” may mean many things to many people, but what is this term really about? Dr. Jane Bluestein shares her big-picture approach to understanding this critical concept.

Summary of 'Class Climate & Student Behavior Part III'

Dr. Jane Bluestein shares her years of successes and failures behind her win-win classroom philosophy. Learn to create an optimal class climate, through power tools such as choices and consequences.

Summary of 'Ethical Dilemmas'

Roles and boundaries help define the way you interact with your students. These roles will define the types of contact you will have in the classroom.

Summary of 'Leadership in the Classroom Part I'

This series prepares educators for this generation of students by looking at 7 key traits including the balance between like and respect. An essential learning engagement for managing students.

Summary of 'When to Confer with the Principal'

Examine common situations and create a process for decision making around when to bring an issue to school administration.

Summary of 'Process Mentoring Part I'

Mentoring a new teacher is a critical responsibility that shapes the role, attitude, beliefs, and skills for a career. Delve into your own belief system and relational style to thrive in this role.

Summary of 'What Should I Sacrifice, Learning or Rating?'

Learn a mindset that helps you maintain your values while fulfilling the obligations of your district. The modern age educator needs to be more savy about politics for better balance.

Summary of 'SEL Themed Virtual Play Part I'

A world changing pandemic spawned a radical shift into virtual instruction, pushing students and educators to their limit. Watch this high school class navigate their social emotional struggles.

Summary of 'SEL Themed Virtual Play Part III'

A world changing pandemic spawned a radical shift into virtual instruction, pushing students and educators to their limit. Watch this high school class navigate their social emotional struggles.

Summary of 'Anxiety in Children Part I'

A live workshop filmed in a NJ district, exploring anxiety in children. Differentiate from attention problems, learning difficulties, social problems, and academic issues.

Summary of 'Anxiety in Children Part III'

Learn why anxiety is on the rise and how educators on the front line are seeing more challenges to their work in the classroom. Live workshop questions and answers.

Summary of 'Anxiety in Children Part V'

Mindfulness is taught as a strategy to help children learn to self-soothe. The final segment in this live workshop will bring together theory and practice.

Summary of 'Autism Part I'

You can’t afford to leave anything to chance when students on the spectrum are in your classroom. Find out why a little fact-finding will make all the difference for them… and for you, too.

Summary of 'Autism Part III'

Students on the autism spectrum can be your absolute best rule-followers. If your students are off-task or breaking rules, find out here how you can flip that around.

Summary of 'Autism Part V'

Facing something new is extremely anxiety-provoking to students on the autism spectrum. Learn how to take the anxiety out of new experiences, so that every new adventure is smooth sailing.

Summary of 'Autism Part VII'

Even once your students’ bodies are comfortably settled in your classroom, their minds may still be far away. Learn to use the “hook” to get and keep your students engaged in the curriculum.

Summary of 'Dealing with Difficult Students Part I'

The potential disruption of a single student can be massive. This set of courses is designed to turn around these types of students.

Summary of 'Dealing with Difficult Students Part III'

Take this course to explore addressing problematic behavior in the moment or in private. Learn some important guidelines in addressing disruptive students.

Summary of 'Helping Students Coming Out'

One of the most dangerous times for a student is when they are considering their sexual orientation. Learn how to help support the student through this sensitive process.

Summary of 'How to Like the Unlikeable Student Part II'

Difficult students can take up the majority of your energy in the classroom. Learn in-depth strategies to help you deal with these students.

Summary of 'How to Make Happy Parents'

Unhappy parents can be a strong hindrance on your life and career. Learn a few easy ways to make parents happy and reduce the stress in your life.

Summary of 'Maximizing Student Participation Part II'

Harnessing the power of resistance is the key to maximizing student participation. Learn how to rechannel apathy and opposition.

Summary of 'Master Dealing with Difficult Families Part I'

Difficult families can be one of the biggest hindrances on a student's learning. Learn how to handle the many different family types you will encounter.

Summary of 'Master Dealing with Difficult Families Part III'

Difficult families may impact your work with a student or even create stress in your day. Learn simple but impactful ways to help you navigate with these families.

Summary of 'Mindfulness Based Teaching Part I'

Mindfulness Based Teaching (MBT) can be one of the most important work changes. Learn how children can improve their attention, effort, and concentration when you bring their tension states down.

Summary of 'Mindfulness Based Teaching Part III'

Mindfulness Based Teaching is about improving your student's lives with greater enjoyment for your work. In your fast paced world of standards, learn how to balance process with content.

Summary of 'The Me I Foresee Part I'

A social emotional musical created by the oldest theatre in the country. Great for teachers to generate discussion with their class. Ideal for ages 7-12.

Summary of 'The Me I Foresee Part III'

The words that follow “I Am” follow YOU! Teach students how to describe themselves using constructive words and affirmations! Self-work that influences identity begins with our internal dialogue.

Summary of 'The Me I Foresee Part IV'

Your mind's eye is where we vision how to be powerful, formulating new actions. Turn can’t into can and dare to escape! Promoting positive dialogue, through hopeful self-talk!

Summary of 'The Me I Foresee Part VI'

Let’s examine ways to take ownership and the things we CAN control in the classroom

Summary of 'Three Simple Tools for Student Engagement'

Engaging students is becoming a more challenging task. Often times the decision to put extra time in a child is weighed against the pressure of outcomes. Learn simple ways to have both.

Summary of 'Tips for Receiving Feedback Part II'

Feedback is part of the daily work environment. Learn how to distinguish between biased input and positive helpful input.

Summary of 'Trauma and Children Part I'

Learn how to view children’s behavior through a trauma-sensitive lens as a way to help them achieve academic and social mastery.

Summary of 'Trauma and Children Part III'

Learn how to engage children in choice-making, applying what they learn, and reflecting on these experiences to help integrate the reactive and problem-solving areas of the brain.

Summary of 'Trauma and Children Part V'

Learn how to integrate trauma-informed practices into a public school framework, rather than supplanting that framework with alternative instruction for individually identified students.

Summary of 'Class Climate & SEL Part I'

Reduce stress and negativity with effective ways to encourage and reinforce effort and positive behavior, offer meaningful motivators, and focus on what your students are doing right.

Summary of 'Class Climate & SEL Part III'

Looking for ways to reduce classroom conflict, improve cooperation and problem solving among students, and avoid obstacles to successful interactions and resolutions? We’ve got some answers here.

Summary of 'Community & Health Part I'

When we focus our efforts on treatment as opposed to prevention, we create an increasingly sick country with the most advanced medical technology to treat them.

Summary of 'Fast Food Genocide: Patient Interview Part II'

In this second half of this patient interview, learn about Eileen’s remarkable recovery made possible by putting her life in Dr. Fuhrman’s hands.

Summary of 'Differentiated Instruction Part I'

Differentiated Instruction (DI) is a commonly used phrase in education with various meanings. Learn from this superintendent a common language for meeting student goals.

Summary of 'Differentiated Instruction Part III'

The final engagement in this series addresses advanced students and the SAMR system of learning. Academic engagement in diverse classrooms considered.

Summary of 'Home & School Partnerships Part I'

In this engagement, participants will develop an understanding of the importance of parental engagement and the impact it has on their child’s success.

Summary of 'Home & School Partnerships Part III'

In this engagement, participants will develop a better understanding of the impact attitudes of both parents and child have on learning.

Summary of 'Home & School Partnerships Part V'

In this engagement, participants will develop a better understanding of ways to create a rich home environment consistent with 21st Century learning.

Summary of 'Technology Addiction Part I'

Dr. Jared Scherz partners with Superintendent Glenn Robbins, presenting at the NJASA Techspo Conference. They introduce emerging concerns around the unregulated use of technology in schools.

Summary of 'Technology Addiction Part III'

Do you check your phone, email, or social media at least one time per hour? Technology is branded and designed to prevent us from realizing when and how it’s harming us.

Summary of 'Technology Addiction Part V'

A Google executive walked away from a high paying job because he was appalled by the tactics used by his and other companies to promote technology over helping people. Learn why.

Summary of 'The Future of School Safety Part I'

In addition to the devastating mass violence in school across the country, the impact of daily violence and the fear from this omnipresent threat, jeopardizes learning for every student.

Summary of 'The Future of School Safety Part III'

School safety has become a priority for school districts. This engagement offers a framework for identifying and preventing the potential for violence.

Summary of 'The Revolving Policy Door Part I'

Policy Changes can be one of the most difficult and frustrating aspects in the life of a teacher. Learn how to adapt to and accept these changes while reducing stress.

Summary of 'Too Proud to See'

Resistance to change is one of the most ingrained habits in human beings. Learn how to develop successful strategies to help move forward with the new change in your life.

Summary of 'Why Leaders Should Encourage Conflict Part I'

This is not an error. We are challenging your belief that conflict is inherently bad, but helping you appreciate the value of exploring differences. Filmed live with a NJ School District.

Summary of 'Why Leaders Should Encourage Conflict Part III'

The keys to effectively navigate conflicts: receptivity, curiosity, exploration (process vs content). Continue with this live workshop filmed on location at a NJ School District.

Summary of 'Bullying Part I'

Bullying is part of a larger ecosystem of violence. Appreciate the unique aspects of harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) and how to differentiate from other types of violence.

Summary of 'Bullying Part III'

Understanding our current response to bullying including the myriad of prevention programs available is helpful to detect gaps in our approach, making us vulnerable to school violence.

Summary of 'Cyberbullying Part I'

Online, mobile, and social media technology related aggression is on the rise. Learn how to identify the impact of cyberbullying when it occurs outside the school.

Summary of 'Cyberbullying Part III'

The final segment in this series is aimed at next steps. How to prevent and intervene when the threat of virtual aggression takes place. Texting, social media, and online protections are needed.

Summary of 'Children's Immunity Part I'

Hear from a group of children how they feel about healthy food and their reactions to school lunches. Dr. Fuhrman takes us deeper into the school cafeteria to understand what our kids are eating.

Summary of 'Fast Food Genocide: Patient Interview Part I'

Experience the full patient interview with Dr. Fuhrman as he describes critical medical conditions and takes aim at traditional medicine solutions.

Summary of 'Harassment in the Workplace Part I'

Gender based harassment is a growing problem among school faculties around the country. Understanding the legal implications of this issue may help to reduce incidents which can harm a school.

Summary of 'Harassment in the Workplace Part III'

Discriminating against people with disabilities is another form of workplace harassment, impacting both faculty and students. Learn about the law and ways to prevent personal and professional harm.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention & SEL Part I'

Suicide is the second leading cause of death of teenagers in this country. Our efforts at prevention haven't been successful. Take this series to learn what we can do better to keep kids safe.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention & SEL Part III'

Introducing the blending of micro and macro prevention through reverse profiling. Intervening at the top of the funnel helps grow resiliency in children before they decompensate.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention & SEL Part IV'

Surveyed teachers report a significant decline in characteristics such as independence and self-control. Explore why this is and the relation to self-harm.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention & SEL Part VI'

Self-reflective practices are the key to understanding where personal growth work lies. If an educator looks inward, they can help students learn to do the same.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention & SEL Part VII'

Perhaps the most challenging of all the PSEL's, integrating frailties and inequities. A teacher is brought on stage to take this challenge on.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention & SEL Part IX'

This final engagement uses a fun activity with educators on stage to illustrate how we harness the power of resistance.

Summary of 'School Law Introduction'

This engagement provides a brief introduction to educational law. There are several series covering a range of topics from freedom of speech to record keeping.

Summary of 'School Law: Liability Part II'

This course continues exploring ways for educators to protect themselves and their schools from being held liable for student injury.

Summary of 'School Law: Religion Part I'

This section is the first of a four-part course on the common issues that confront schools concerning religion and education, such as constitutional principles and the way courts resolve such issues.

Summary of 'School Law: Religion Part III'

This is the third of a four-part course on the common issues that confront schools concerning religion and education, such as constitutional principles and the way courts resolve such issues.

Summary of 'School Law: Student Freedom of Expression Part I'

This is the first section of a three-part course exploring constitutional principles and legal precedents relevant to controversies in student freedom of expression.

Summary of 'School Law: Student Freedom of Expression Part III'

This is the final section of a three-part course exploring constitutional principles and legal precedents relevant to controversies in student freedom of expression.

Summary of 'School Law: Teacher Freedom of Expression Part I'

This is the first section of a three-part course on teachers' freedom of expression. It provides teachers with an understanding of their protections under the First Amendment.

Summary of 'School Law: Teacher Freedom of Expression Part III'

This is the third section of a three-part course on teachers' freedom of expression. It provides teachers with an understanding of their protections under the First Amendment.

Summary of '504 Plan Part I'

The federal 504 plan ensures that students with impairments receive the same benefits of education as those without impairments. Learn about the potential recipients and benefits of the 504 plan.

Summary of 'Individualized Education Program/Plan (IEP) Part I'

The IEP is the blueprint for success for students with impairments. The IEP ensures that all of the proper elements are in place for the student to achieve and progress.

Summary of '504 Plan Part II'

The federal 504 plan ensures that students with impairments receive the same benefits of education as those without impairments. Learn about the potential recipients and benefits of the 504 plan.

Summary of 'Individualized Education Program/Plan (IEP) Part II'

The IEP is the blueprint for success for students with impairments. The IEP ensures that all of the proper elements are in place for the student to achieve and progress.

Summary of 'Asthma Part I'

Go inside the Pediatrician's office with two doctors to see an examination of a child and learn about what asthma is. Learn about the common causes of this common childhood illness.

Summary of 'Asthma Part III'

The asthma action plan is your life saving blueprint to preventing and intervening with asthma sufferers. In this engagement we discuss how to read and use an asthma action plan.

Summary of 'Bloodborne Pathogens'

Primary Care Physician Dr. Helen brings fun facts and humor to reinforce the simple but important messages to keep you safe and healthy. This humorous presentation will change your view of mandates.

Summary of 'Drug Prevention & Intervention Part I'

One of the most critical areas in the field of Substance Use Disorders is knowing who are the experts. Not all training is the same and using the right resources is critical.

Summary of 'Drug Prevention & Intervention Part III'

This engagement highlights the criteria for each 'diagnosis' and the typical recommendations so that anybody going through this ordeal will better understand what to expect.

Summary of 'Drug Prevention & Intervention Part V'

Prevention can save lives; children need teachers engaged in their development. Including knowing how to prevent addiction; teachers can be a first line of defense.

Summary of 'Learning Disabilities Part I'

Learning disabilities are one of the least well understood ailments that children struggle with. Educators will appreciate the experiential and practical learning to help prepare you for instruction.

Summary of 'Learning Disabilities Part III'

Watch this interview with 10-year-old Sky, who has since become an author of his first book on learning disabilities. This full interview provides a crucial view into the world of dyslexia.

Summary of 'Diversity and Inclusion Overview'

Diversity and Inclusion are more than terms, they are tennets of hope from which all groups and organizations build their sense of community.

Summary of 'Recognition of Substance Abuse Part I'

Consider common substance use patterns with children and teens across various substances. Learn how educators and parents play a role in the choices children make and our role in prevention efforts.

Summary of 'Recognition of Substance Abuse Part III'

Signs and symptoms for children who develop addiction are different than adults. Learning the unique characteristics for students and children will help prevent missed opportunities to save a life.

Summary of 'Recognition of Substance Abuse Series Overview'

This is an introduction to the substance abuse and prevention series by subject expert, Dr. John Streukens. Learn about this psychologist and the range of topics made interesting for educators.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention Part I'

Every 12.3 minutes there is a death by suicide in the United States. Learning what signs to look for and how to intervene can save a life.

Summary of 'Suicide Prevention Part III'

Clinical Psychologist Dr. Donna Scherz concludes this series with an inside look into the mind and heart of teens at risk of self-harm. Improve your skills and confidence in this learning.

Summary of 'Brainstorming with Mind Maps'

In this engagement you will learn how to use mind maps to organize your thoughts from a central idea.

Summary of 'Engaging Students in Online Discussion'

In this engagement you will learn how to effectively use online discussions for student engagement.

Summary of 'Gamification in the Classroom and Digital Badges'

In this engagement you will learn ways to incorporate gamification to design a learning experience for your students.

Summary of 'Understanding Creative Commons Licensing for Digital Assets'

In this engagement you will learn how Creative Commons licensing applies to digital assets and how to locate CC licensed materials.

Summary of 'Google Forms Part I: Overview'

If you need a refresher of Google Drive and the Google EDU apps before launching into Google Forms, this is a good place to start.

Summary of 'Google Forms Part III: Making Quizzes from Scratch'

Google Forms recently integrated a Quiz option in their build options. In this lesson, you will be able to create an assessment from scratch with a variety of question types and include multimedia.