Full course description
Kindness and Compassion are deeply rooted in human nature–our first impulse is to cooperate rather than compete. When we really listen to one another, and react with compassion and kindness, creativity and problem-solving flourish. Join this supportive community to create a school and/or classroom culture in which compassion and kindness create an environment where everyone feels a deep sense of belonging.
Why Join?
- Learn how to cultivate a community based on compassion and kindness.
- Encourage a sense of belonging in schools and classrooms.
- Connect with others to share insights and strategies for a meaningful impact.
What’s Included:
- Three 90-minute facilitated sessions with the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley
- A deep dive into the science of compassion and kindness with a small group of like-minded educators from around the world
- Resources and takeaways to apply directly in your school and/or classroom
When to Attend:
Each week we will offer three opportunities to engage in a community of practice—please join one session each week on the day/time that works best for you:
- Tuesdays: March 10, 17, 24 (3:30 - 5:00 pm PT)
- Wednesdays: March 11, 18, 25 (2:00 - 3:30 pm PT)
- Thursdays: March 12, 19, 26 (9:00 - 10:30 am PT)
Sign up to learn how kindness and compassion can transform your teaching and create a classroom where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
We have tried to make this programming accessible to many income levels; if the cost is prohibitive to you, please reach out to us at ggsceducation@berkeley.edu to discuss options.
After participating in all three sessions in this community of practice, you will receive a Greater Good Educators badge with 5 clock hours of professional development credit from UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center. One unit of graduate level credit is available after every 15 hours of participation (3 separate communities of practice) from the University of the Pacific through Courses4Teachers.
For more information about this option, visit Courses4Teachers and review their process for registration.
Come ready to connect, reflect, and grow with fellow educators as we build kinder, happier classrooms where everyone belongs!
Click here for an information packet about Greater Good Educators.