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Teaching Social Emotional Learning with Gamification
Allison Bruning, principal at Academic Warriors, presents social emotional learning (SEL) techniques tailored for autistic, gifted, and special needs students in an international online school setting. The document outlines the importance of SEL in developing skills related to emotional management, relationship building, and independent thinking, while also discussing the unique challenges faced by autistic and gifted learners. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for personalized learning and collaboration among parents, students, and teachers to foster a supportive educational environment.
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- 1. Presented by AllisonBruning, Principal at Academic Warriors Teaching Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Skills Allison Bruning @emeraldkell abruning@academicwarriors.com
- 2. My Background Worked 16years in private, public, and homeschool environments From Marion, Ohio Full-time RV with Academic Warriors Texas certified. Taught in Texas, Kentucky, and Indiana Autistic and twice exceptional Bestselling author, archaeologist, historian, publisher, business owner, speaker, and educator Photography, art, traveling, reading, gaming, hiking, camping, and cultural events
- 3. Academic Warriors A newway of teaching autistic, gifted and special needs students International online school with live teachers and students from all over the world Project-based learning Independence / responsibility Personalized learning SEL techniques implemented into every course Dual learning Early college entry and career readiness.
- 4. What Is SEL(Social Emotional Learning)? CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning) defines social-emotional learning as: “the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.” Problem solving and critical thinking skills Long lasting effects of SEL training in the classroom
- 5. General Classroom Techniques Peerreview Mock United Nations (jury) Cooperative learning Foster curiosity, questioning, and critical thinking skills Empower and inspire Independent thinking Show them you care!
- 6. Classcraft and SEL Discussionboard Riders of the Vay Helping each other with their powers Quests Creating content Open discussions Awards
- 7. It’s All Aboutthe Team The super team ♦ Parent(s), student, and teacher Open communication Homework Rewards Academic Warriors Personalization Acceptance Growth
- 8. What Is Autism? Causes Geneticsnot vaccines Spectrum disorder No two autistics are the same Low functioning High functioning (Aspergers) Sensitivities Communication issues Social issues Medical and mental issues Intellectual issues
- 9. What Is Gifted? Levels Highability Gifted Profoundly Areas of expertise Twice exceptional
- 10. Inside the Mindof the Gifted/Autistic Learner Isolation Fixation Stigma You’re not like me Frustration
- 11. The Social andEmotional Challenges of Gifted and Autistic Learners Nonverbal norms Inappropriate actions Fixation Impatience ♦ Teachers/adults/students ♦ Parents ♦ Students Literal thinking ♦ Joking ♦ Being nice but not meaning it Fear of failure/perfectionist Isolation
- 12. Special Needs ClassroomTechniques Personalize lessons Accelerate learning ♦ Subject area ♦ Grade level Foster curiosity, questioning, and critical thinking skills Empower and inspire Out of the box instructional methods and projects Independent thinking Show them you care!
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- 14. Stay in Touch AllisonBruning Principal, Academic Warriors @emeraldkell abruning@academicwarriors.com classcraft.com facebook.com/classcraftgame @classcraftgame