Changing Minds to Address Poverty - Positivity Mindset
$ Free *
Teaching & Learning Practices 1 hr Self Paced 1 General SCECH
*
Michigan Virtual courses are subsidized for Michigan
educators and early childhood providers. Learners
from other states or outside of the Michigan K-12
education system will pay full price for Michigan
Virtual courses.
Full Price:
$
10
About This Course
Positive emotions can fuel learning, boost engagement, and build resilience—especially for students experiencing poverty. In this course, you’ll explore the positivity mindset as defined by Eric Jensen and uncover how fostering optimism can impact the brain and classroom dynamics. Discover actionable strategies to shift your mindset and create a climate of encouragement and hope. This course is part of a series on poverty’s impact on learning.
In this course, you will:
- Define the positivity mindset and its neurological impact on learning.
- Explore how positive emotions influence student behavior and cognition.
- Learn strategies to cultivate a positive emotional climate in your classroom.
- Discover the role of teacher mindset in shaping student experiences.
- Apply research-based practices from Eric Jensen’s work to promote positivity.
This course is offered in partnership with the MDE. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our privacy policy.
SCECHs Granted
- 1 - General SCECH
Duration
- 30-90 days
Source
- Michigan Virtual