In a world dominated by speed, rapid AI development, political uncertainty and an increasingly unpredictable future, values, self-knowledge, character strengths, and inner stability are becoming more and more important. Purpose exploration, resilience and proactive use of well-being strategies are critical for mental health and also for having a sense of direction to live a happier, meaningful and balanced life. Positive Education puts these foundational skills back on the agenda in education and schools.
This pre-conference course will be split into two parts. Teachers are at higher risk of burn-out than other occupations. In line with the principle “Happy teacher – happy student”, participants will first create their own well-being profile by taking the well-being survey
Flourishatschools.com (special agreement for free usage in place). They will learn tailored strategies to use their strengths and boost their well-being at work.
In the second part of the course participants will be introduced to the main ideas and practicalities of the
E.N.G.A.G.E. well-being concept, which is based on the research of positive psychology founder Martin Seligman and his team at the University of Pennsylvania. Simple mindfulness tools as a way to build awareness and ease stress will complete the day.
This pre-conference will
- promote well-being strategies specifically designed for teachers
- give insights into the main pillars of well-being research,
- demonstrate instruments to promote well-being in class
- use mindfulness strategies to ease tension and speed
10:00 - Session 1:
Self-care first – Create your well-being profile and learn individual strategies to boost your well-being at work.
12:00 - Lunch
13:00 – Session 2: E.N.G.A.G.E. Curriculum – concept and practical tips
Positive Emotions, (awareness, gratitude, kindness)
Relationship building staff / students (active constructive responding, mindful listening, High Quality Connection, trust)
15:00 – Coffee/Tea Break
15:30 – Session 3: E.N.G.A.G.E. Curriculum – concept and practical tips
Growth mind set to accomplish goals, meaning and purpose as anchor, mindfulness to de-stress staff & students.
17:00 – End of Day
Presenters:Dr. Elke Paul
Elke is an international change agent for Positive Education. Her passion is to bring student and staff well-being to the core of schooling. In her work as school consultant she integrates all aspects for Positive Education into school life and learning, including curriculum-, professional development, and spacial and organisational reshaping. Elke holds a doctorate in education, a diploma in social work and she is an experienced Yoga and Meditation instructor, known for her Teen Well-being classes.
Franziska Korthals,
Franziska is an enthusiastic advocate for PSHE education. She combines her vast experience in this field with her skills in Positive Education to create creative classroom solutions. She holds a Magister in Kulturwissenschaften and English literature, a PGCE for Secondary Education in English and German, she is PSHE Coordinator, holds the BBIS Positive Education certificate, and is co-creator of the new BBIS positive education home room program.
Positive Education at BBIS video
