Episode 09: The Nervous System & Joyful Learning. A Conversation with Dr. Debra Em Wilson.

In Episode 9 of The KindlED Podcast, hosts Kaity and Adriane dive into the fascinating world of the nervous system. Joined by Dr. Debra Em Wilson, a seasoned educator, consultant, and author of 'The Polyvagal Path to Joyful Learning,' they explore how integrating neuroscience and neurodevelopmental activities into academics can help kids unlock their full potential and become empowered learners.

ABOUT THE GUEST: 
Debra is the Founder of S’cool Moves and a graduate from the University of Southern Queensland Professional Studies Program. Her dissertation uncovered attributes of successful collaboration between occupational therapists and general education teachers working together in the classroom environment.

Dr. Wilson is a Reading Specialist who possesses teaching credentials in the areas of biology, physical education, multiple subjects, and reading and language specialist. Debra has taught at the college, high school, and elementary levels.

Debra consults with districts, focusing on collaboration between support staff and teachers. For over twenty years, her workshops have provided evidence-based strategies to support all students in the classroom. 

She is the author of numerous books and instructional materials integrating neuroscience and neurodevelopmental activities into academics. Her latest additions are two books published by Norton, The Polyvagal Path to Joyful Learning: Transforming Classrooms One Nervous System at a Time and The Polyvagal Backpack: Classroom Activities for Focused, Joyful Learning.

Debra’s experience as the mother of a child with a constellation of challenges enhances her understanding of children who learn differently and have a difficult time fitting in with their peers.

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