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Classroom Management
Advanced notice of changes and transitions
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Include novelty, variety, & appropriate pacing
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Breathing techniques
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Emotional support
Encourage physical self-care (adequate sleep, nutrition, hydration, exercise, recreation)
Growth mindset
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Healthy thinking patterns
(positive affirmations, can do mindset, reframing, practicing self-compassion)
Information gap/paired activities
Just-in-time feedback
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Positive affirmations
Practice before performing
Supporting self-esteem
Teach de-escalation techniques
Teach learners how to participate in group work
Teach learners to set boundaries
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pragmatic elements of interpersonal communication, including eye contact, physical distance, rejoinders, social cues, and social courtesies
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