Flourishing in Education

How can we help our students thrive in an era of mental health struggles?

With the mental health of students at its lowest point ever, what can we do as educators to help? This workshop introduces the basics of positive psychology and flourishing. Together, we’ll look at practical examples of how flourishing has been achieved in various settings and brainstorm how we can apply these principles in our teaching. This session aims to provide you with the knowledge and practical tools to foster well-being for both you and your students.

In this session, you will:

• Learn the fundamentals of positive psychology,
• Understand why conventional mental health interventions are not enough,
• Receive actionable tools for improving your own well-being and supporting your students,
• Discuss with colleagues how we can help students to flourish.

This activity may count towards your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) if relevant to your situation.

PLEASE NOTE that this workshop is in English and planned to take place on-campus at EDLAB.

About the trainers

Philipp Röhlich holds a MSc in Neuroscience and has a deep passion and interest for science-based self-development and applied psychology. Always aiming to develop his understanding of how we can use Psychological science to improve our lives.

 

Donna Carroll is a former physics lecturer and assessment expert, who has worked at various colleges and universities in the UK and the Netherlands. Donna is currently responsible for Professional Development for Teaching & Learning at EDLAB. In this capacity, they coordinate the CPD activities for UM teaching staff and delivers workshops on a range of topics.  Donna loves learning new things in all avenues of her life, it brings new perspectives and fresh ideas, and to use her enthusiasm for learning to inspire others is her passion.

Activity full or can’t make this date? Then sign up for the waiting list and we’ll let you know as soon as this event is scheduled again.

Accessibility
At EDLAB, we strive to make our activities as accessible as possible and do our best to make accommodations when possible. You will have the opportunity to indicate any accessibility requirements after registration.

A note about the costs
EDLAB is currently offering all CPD activities free of charge. Please note however that we have paid to develop and offer this session together with the trainers, so if you sign up but cannot attend, we would greatly appreciate it if you could give us at least 5 days’ notice so that we can advertise your spot to others who may be interested. Cancellation without at least 5 days’ notice or failure to show up may result in your department being charged the full cost price.

EDLAB reserves the right to postpone this event should a minimum of 6 participants not be reached.