Kiara Gocan

@EM203mikaabu Something I have learned through my experiences is that it is important to treat others the same way you want to be treated. As a coach, educator, or peer you should always treat others with respect and have patience, as individuals with disabilities aren't always visible.

@EM203mikaabu Hi Mika this is a really great post and I am so happy you are sharing this knowledge! I have worked with children with special needs through the U.N.I.T.E. Special Soccer Program and I have family members living with disabilities.

💙 Not all disabilities can be seen. Many people live with invisible challenges every day, and they deserve empathy and support. Let’s break the stigma and learn more at mindyourmind.ca. #InvisibleDisabilities #KindnessMatters #MentalHealthAwareness

A growing number of states now require mental heath education to teach kids about what mental health means and how to combat anxiety, depression and stress. With too many kids struggling with those issues, some states are mandating teachers add the lessons, @tvkatesnow reports.

@TODAYshow @tvkatesnow Academics can become stressful, especially for university students. It is great to be adding this to the classroom, especially to show support and spread awareness of the increasing impact education can have on mental health.

✍️📚 Time to Make Mental Health Education Essential It’s clear our society is crying out for better support when it comes to mental health education. Almost everyone seems to be struggling, yet we're left to find solutions on our own. I'm convinced that if we had access to basic knowledge and skills on navigating life's challenges from a young age, our lives would be significantly improved. It might even prevent more serious mental health issues later on. It’s puzzling, isn’t it? In an era where answers to nearly any question are just a click away, schools still don’t prioritize mental health education. Why wouldn’t we want to equip children, and ourselves, with tools to handle life’s ups and downs? Of course, there are excellent resources, like books on managing anxiety or learning coping strategies. But let’s be honest, they’re not yet treated as essential. So, what can we do? One clear step is normalizing discussions about mental health. We must stop stigmatizing it as a weakness and start seeing it as part of being human. It’s about teaching that asking for help and prioritizing emotional well-being is as vital as physical health. Growing up, I’ve seen how boys are often taught to toughen up, suppress their emotions, and deal with things alone. But I know this isn’t unique to boys, many people, regardless of gender, are conditioned to believe their feelings don’t matter in one way or another. It’s troubling that society teaches anyone, directly or indirectly, that their emotions don’t matter. But it doesn't have to stay this way! We have the power to rewrite this narrative. By embracing emotional intelligence and teaching future generations that emotions are valid, we can break this harmful cycle. Imagine a world where all children, boys and girls alike, grow up understanding that strength comes from facing emotions, not ignoring them. Mental health education isn’t just a solution; it’s an investment in a more compassionate society. It starts with us; with conversations, with advocating for change in schools and communities. Because the truth is, acknowledging emotions doesn’t make us weaker; it makes us human.

This week, New York became the first state to require all elementary, middle and high schools to teach students about mental health.

Stress and pressure from school can affect students and their mental health. #Awareness

Academic stress and pressures impact many university students and their mental well-being, which is examined in the following article: journals.sagepub.com/doi/epub/10.11… Students can overcome stressors through social support, seeking mental health resources, and talking to a counsellor.

Respect 🤝

This quote is a great reminder, especially when dealing with challenges or stress in school, that this period of difficulty will pass! #EM203Robin

During my first few weeks learning through EM203, I've been enjoying the course and getting to know my classmates! I loved learning and researching more about constructivism. Can't wait for the rest of the school year. #EM203Robin

@cynthiaam203 Sounds great! I loved learning about connectivism too!

So far, Em203 has been a blast! In lesson 1, I learned about how digital technologies change the way people learn in this day and age. In lesson 2 and 3, I learned about connectivism, and I enjoyed doing the experiment where we compared our memory performance. #EM203Robin

@livitumblezz Same here, the discussion posts have been very interesting. Glad you are enjoying the course!

My first three lessons in EM203 have been pretty interesting. I have learned a lot about cognitive learning theory in week 2, and I have really enjoyed reading my classmates’ discussion posts. #EM203Robin

@em203isteinberg Hi Isabella, that sounds so fun! I have been loving the course too and I look forward to the rest of the year!

@em203hgrimley I agree it has been super interesting! Glad you are loving the course too!

My first 3 classes of EM203 have been very interesting and engaging! I have learned a lot about different learning theories, specifically Constructivism through independent research and discussion with my peers. I look forward to the rest of the semester!! #EM203Robin

@mmaarriinn203 I couldn't agree more! The course has been very interesting so far!!

I am just finishing my third week enrolled in the EM203 class and I am loving the course so far! I have learned about different learning theories and have really enjoyed reading my classmates discussion posts!! #EM203Robin

My first few lessons in EM203 have been going great! I enjoyed learning more about the individuals in my learning group and reading Bate's "Theories of Learning for a Digital Age" to understand the connectivism learning theory in week 2. #EM203Robin