Discovering More Positive Education, Geelong (March 2020)

Aimed at educators who already have foundational knowledge of POSITIVE EDUCATION, this course introduces a new set of modules that complement the knowledge gained from our DISCOVERING POSITIVE EDUCATION COURSE. The new topics, including hope theory, grit, savouring, kindness and meaningful work, are discussed in terms of supporting research, and both personal and classroom application.The course will commence with a compulsory online module providing an overview of Positive Psychology. This online module can be completed within half a day and will give the participant a good understanding of the evidence-based foundations of Positive Education. THE BELOW NINE TOPICS ARE COVERED IN-DEPTH DURING THE COURSE: * Curiosity * Kindness * Grit * Physical Activity * Humour and Playfulness * Hope * Savouring * Forgiveness * Meaningful Work Throughout the course, there will be opportunities to share ideas and key learnings to embed Positive Education in your school community. LEARNING ACTIVITIES: * Inspire and harness curiosity * Cultivate kindness and forgiveness towards self and others * Foster passion and perseverance – the ingredients of grit * Better understand the impact of physical exercise on mental health and learning * Embrace and utilise humour and playfulness in educational settings * Use hope theory to support student learning * Enhance positivity through savouring the past, present and future * Explore the link between your work and your wellbeing PLEASE NOTE: This is a three-and-a-half-day residential course that commences at 5:00pm on Sunday 29 March. Registrations will open from 4:30pm. BOOKINGS FOR THIS EVENT CLOSE ON SUNDAY 15 MARCH, 2020. NO FURTHER REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DATE. Please note by purchasing a ticket for this event you are agreeing to our Booking Terms and Conditions [https://www.ggs.vic.edu.au/ArticleDocuments/871/Booking%20Terms%20FINAL.pdf.aspx]. For more wellbeing training courses and events see www.instituteofpositiveeducation.com [http://www.instituteofpositiveeducation.com]