How trauma affects the brain w/ Liesl McConchie
Math Therapy
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Understanding and Addressing Trauma in Math Learning
This chapter explores how past traumas can hinder students' math learning by triggering emotional responses that impede the brain's learning centers, emphasizing the need to create a safe space for learning. Strategies like creating a classroom math agreement, graphing the math journey, and using therapeutic writing activities are discussed to help teachers address trauma effectively. The conversation underscores the importance of teachers addressing their own math trauma, practicing mindfulness, and embodying growth mindset to support students' emotional well-being and learning journey.
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