Course

Introduction To A Pedagogy Of Kindness

A pedagogy of kindness seeks to re-orientate the educator-student relationship on the basis of trust, creating the conditions to get the best from students.

This course has been developed with Dr Catherine Denial from Knox College in Galesburg, USA, and it includes short videos, activities, and discussion prompts. When completed you will:

  • Understand the concept of a pedagogy of kindness.
  • Be able to implement some practical strategies to emphasise compassion in the way that you deal with your students.
  • Be able to implement some practical strategies for yourself.

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  • 20 minutes
  • 7 Lessons
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