Explore an objective view of intelligence & the potential of children & youth:
This session has been developed for professionals and youth workers who work with children and youth who sometimes have to deal with behavioral issues. Ultimately, the main goal of all leadership in any walk of life to influence and persuade others in a positive way. During this presentation you will examine a strength-focused approach to influencing young people based on the way the mind works.
Learning Objectives:
Attending this continuing education activity, participants will be able to:
Explore the science of motivation & ways to motivate children with behavior challenges;
Explore an objective view of learning based on how the brain functions;
Deal more effectively with challenging behavior;
Discuss the importance of personal self-awareness and self-management;
Develop individualized behavioral support strategies that help children learn to self-manage.
Design programs & activities that encourage a love of education motivated by natural interest and the management of relationships;
Empower children & youth with new skills & confidence.
To book this session please contact us at barry@youthlearning.ca or 709.746.1025
Fee: Negotiable, based on location, number of attendees and number of training hours.
Reading List:
Appelstein, C. No Such Thing As a Bad Kid: Understanding and Responding to the Challenging Behavior of Troubled Children and Youth. Weston, MA. Gifford School, 1998
Gladwell, M. Outliers: The Story of Success. New York, NY Little, Brown and Company, 2008
Greene, R. The Explosive Child. New York, NY. Harper Collins, 1998
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