Glimmers were first described by social worker and therapist Deb Dana in her 2018 book The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation. In the book, Dana provides a convincing neuroscience explanation for why glimmers are important. She claims that the positive impact of glimmers can be explained by polyvagal theory. This theory … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay. In fact, it transforms various industries. And learning and development is no exception. But is this change for the better? AI’s sudden incorporation into learning and development processes is reshaping how organizations train their employees, boosting the efficiency, personalization, and impact of the learning experience. It also streamlines … Read more
by TeachThought Staff Team-building activities are great–especially for the first day of school or early in the school year, Not only can they help establish routines, tone, and expectations, they’re also fun, and can help learners feel comfortable. Though many older students in high school and college may groan at their thought, they’re usually fun, … Read more
Lessons from Reform to Equal Rights and an accompanying online exhibit introduce students to this aspect of the Civil War through photos and writing by civil war soldiers and nurses. The lessons also examine the institutions that were created to serve disabled veterans and encourage students to consider the experiences of disabled veterans today. 2. … Read more
Gen Z meets AI Gen Z is diving headfirst into AI, using it en masse. From prepping workout and food plans to crafting job applications and using AI tutors, young adults have woven it into their lives. But how will this tight-knit bond impact the workplace? Young adults are already criticized for lacking communication and collaboration … Read more
by TeachThought Staff Welcome to a new school year! While most teachers and students have so much to look forward to as the new school year begins, at times the groans you will hear from the students are almost as loud as the more subtle groans of the teachers. The end of summer is always … Read more
Meeting basic needs Unhoused students may need extra support because they are less likely to have their needs met while navigating unstable housing. At Monarch, an organization called The Monarch School Project is located on campus to help families access social services and housing. The organization partners with food banks, the housing authority and health … Read more
Today’s workforce has plenty of options when it comes to how and where they work. Which means it’s easier than ever to walk away from a job that’s not a good fit. We all know that employee turnover is costly, results in lost productivity, and can damage your employer brand. But how do you create … Read more
by Terrell Heick It isn’t clear what the original goal of social media was. No single person, organization, or platform could have possibly decided this. Once the framework of publishing content–in any constantly changing but not always evolving forms–was established, new standards for engagement emerged. At its best, the primary goals of most kinds of … Read more
“As we have learned over the past three years, these institutions are not just part of our past,” said Bryan Newland, assistant secretary of Indian affairs. “Their legacy reaches us today, and is reflected in the wounds people continue to experience in communities across the United States.” At the same time, the department continued its … Read more