Hey Teachers! Welcome to part two of the series, Teaching with Optimism!

In today's episode we discuss teaching with dispositional optimism. Unpack the key concepts, receive some valuable insights into what dispositional optimism is and how it can be channeled to create an optimistic and thriving classroom environment! So grab your coffee, favorite pen, and planner...and let's get started!

Episode Quote: “Optimism isn’t a belief that things will automatically get better; it’s a conviction that we can make things better.”— Melinda Gates

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Resources used in this episode:

• Erickson, E. P., & Gillihan, S. (2023, May 8). Optimism: Definition, Health Effects, and How to Be More Optimistic. Everyday Health. Retrieved November 27, 2023, from https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/optimism/guide/

• Kogan, N. (2022). The Awesome Human Project: Break Free from Daily Burnout, Struggle Less, and Thrive More in Work and Life. Sounds True. https://amzn.to/3R7kMgz
  

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