23TRA744 Strength Based Approaches in the Classroom; Focus on what is Strong not what is Wrong (P, PP, SNA, EY)

Date:     Tuesday 28th November 2023
Time:     7 pm - 8 pm
Venue:   Online Via Zoom 

This webinar is an introduction to the science of character strengths and how it can enhance classroom connection and collaboration. Character strengths are those things we do well, often and with energy. Bringing a strength lens to the classroom has been shown to have a positive impact on engagement, performance and learning.

This webinar will cover

• Introduction to Character Strengths and Positive Psychology
• Developing a character strengths language
• Strength Identification in self and others
• Exploring ways to use strengths in the classroom

Bio of Presenter: Dr. Clara O'Byrne PhD., M.Sc., M.Ed., M.Phil., B.Sc., B.A., HDE

 
Dr Clara O’Byrne is a Chartered Psychologist, (Coaching and Education). Clara is a former NCSE advisor (Behaviour & Wellbeing) and a former special school teacher. She has a particular interest in positive psychology and how the science of wellbeing can support classrooms and communities to flourish and thrive. She is a strong advocate for the inclusion of student and parent voice in decision making. More information is available at www.claraobyrne.ie