In today’s rapidly evolving era of generated Artificial Intelligence (AI) such as ChatGPT, Genesis, or Grok, educators and administrators play a vital role in ensuring that students’ basic and psychological needs are met.
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KOI Education provides professional development courses designed to address many challenges faced by educators. These courses aim to equip teachers with effective strategies for managing classrooms, improving student behavior, and addressing diverse educational needs, thereby potentially reducing stress and improving retention.
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U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona wrote to Governors, Chief State School Officers, and School District and School Leaders and urged them to end corporal punishment in schools—the practice of paddling, spanking, or otherwise imposing physical punishment on students. This letter reinforces the Department of Education's (Department's) position that corporal punishment in schools should be replaced with evidence-based practices, such as implementing multi-tiered systems of support like Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports, that create a safe and healthy school environments. Every student and educator should feel safe and supported inside of school buildings; and more importantly, schools should always be free from the threat of violence.
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Dr. Daniel Siegel's concept of the “Window of Tolerance” (1999) refers to the optimal state of arousal where a person is able to effectively cope with stressors and engage in daily activities. Practices that promote mindfulness, calming, and self-regulation can help expand this window of tolerance.
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I get it, many of my fellow teachers and educators are tired of one new initiative after another. PBIS is one of those initiative, and I’m not here to change your mind. But I will provide a counter-view for those with an open mind who are curious about what the fuss is all about.
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The research is clear and the results are in: PBIS improves school safety, decreases discipline problems, and is a proven winner across the nation.
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ESSERS eligible professional development training available during the liquidation period. Also available with other funding sources
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ESSERS eligible professional development training available during the liquidation period. Also available with other funding sources
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Learn about our On-Demand courses designed to accommodate the demanding schedules of educators while providing invaluable resources to empower them in their roles.
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Be curious (advises Ted Lasso) and use this handy 15-Item Checklist to rate service providers to see if they can meet the needs of a complete PBIS/MTSS system.
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You may be asking yourself, “Are we ready for the Roll Out”? Readiness means that all Action Plans are completed and the Tiered Fidelity Inventory (TFI) from PBISapps is up to date. Assess what is completed and ‘In Place’, then assign people and resources to the ‘Not In Place’ list to ensure that all the pieces of your puzzle are ready for your grand Roll Out!
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Summary of our nationwide conversation about PBIS/MTSS topics that matter to educators and implementors. See our event schedule on our Events page. New webinars begin again in Sepember.
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No, there are not 3 easy steps to solving the problem of student absenteeism. However, there are research and evidence-based practices that have been show to work. We’ll show you to the source of the solution
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While clip charts may offer a seemingly simple solution for behavior management, they ultimately harm relationships with students, focus excessively on negative behavior, shame students for their shortcomings, and do little to actually teach students the desired behaviors. Instead, educators should seek more positive and proactive approaches to behavior management that prioritize relationship-building, positive reinforcement, and teaching of appropriate behaviors.
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You deserve a break today- grab a laugh at these valuable and very funny strategies to support your wellness and sanity at school
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In the modern age, cell phones have become ubiquitous, permeating every aspect of our lives, including the classroom. While these devices offer unparalleled connectivity and access to information, they also present significant challenges when used inappropriately during school hours. Learn 5 proactive solutions here!
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Fidelity of any implementation depend on people actually implementing it. Surprised? Likely not. But fidelity only happens in education if people believe in the implementation and that won’t happen unless you do these three things….
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Highly effective teachers understand the immense value of providing both academic and behavior feedback to students. This holistic feedback approach not only enhances students’ academic performance but equips them with lifelong skills crucial for their future endeavors, making it an invaluable aspect of a student's educational journey.
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In any educational setting, maintaining a positive and productive learning environment is crucial for students' academic success. Unfortunately, disruptive behavior can have far-reaching consequences, affecting not only the individuals involved but also the entire classroom. This blog post explores key facts that shed light on the high cost of bad behavior and its detrimental impact on learning and school administrators time.
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