Resources for preK-12 Teachers During Times of Transition

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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the nature of education, and many of these changes are likely to continue in a post-pandemic world. These science-backed resource will help you navigate common challenges students are facing both in the classroom and in virtual learning environments as we continue to grapple with the effects of COVID-19.

Please check back later for more on this important topic, such as addressing mental health challenges; understanding persuasion; and our Top 20 Principles for Teaching and Learning related to COVID-19.

These resources are supported by cooperative agreement NU87PS004366 funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views or endorsement of the CDC or the Department of Health and Human Services.

These resources are a product of CDC funding received between 2018 and 2024.

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Classroom Management

Classroom management is one of the most challenging set of skills teachers need to master. Psychological science and research can provide solutions for schools and teachers to promote a positive atmosphere.
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Racial and Ethnic Disparities

This guided reflection tool aims to help teachers and administrators understand factors that can widen or reduce disparities in opportunity, experiences, and outcomes for each student in their school community.
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Resilience

Walk your students through these lessons to help them understand the effects of stress on their bodies, actions, and minds and learn strategies to help reduce their stress. Modules are available for both high school students and grades 4-8.

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