COTA Summer Institute 2019

We all long for true connection with other people, but emotional vulnerability requires safety. How do teachers create and maintain spaces for students to converse respectfully and authentically? This session is about group dynamics in a shifting cultural landscape. We’ll cover setting expectations for group safety, why we need to be intentional about our emotional connections and what to do when a student behaves in a way that feels unsafe for others. Prepare to share stories, brainstorm ideas, and practice vulnerability in a safe space so you can craft new levels of empathy in your life and your classroom.