Microlearning (self-paced mini-trainings) for Youth & Family Ministry
Microlearning consists of short training modules that are focused on a specific topic that contain the information necessary to help the learner achieve a specific objective or goal. The training modules are designed to support the growth and development of youth and family ministry programs by offering simple and effective ways to train your staff and volunteers.
Creating a Healthy Brain-Based Learning Environment
This self-paced mini-training is an interactive exploration on how to recognize the three structures or states of the triune brain and to develop simple strategies that will assist in creating a healthy brain-based classroom environment for children and teens. It is divided into three videos: one that explores the Survival state, one that explores the Emotional state, and one that explores the Executive. The training can be used by an individual or can be used as a mini-training during a teachers' meeting. At the end of each video, there is an activity to be completed. Additional resources are located below the link to each video.
Instructions
- View the Survival State video.
- Discuss the ideas presented and explore the additional resources.
- Download the handout and complete the activity.
- When complete, view the Emotional State video.
- Discuss the ideas presented and explore the additional resources.
- Download and complete the activity.
- Finish up by watching the Executive State video.
- Discuss the ideas presented and explore the additional resources.
- Download and complete the activity.
Part 1: The Survival State
Click here to access the 5:35 minute video.
- Resources
- PreK: Conscious Discipline Safe Places (Video)
- Brain Gym (Website)
- Mudras for Kids (Video)
- Yoga for Kids (Website)
- Creating routines activity handout.
Part 2: The Emotional State
Click here to access the 4:22 minute video.
- Resources
- Creating rituals activity handout.
Part 3: The Executive State
Click here to access the 4:58 minute video.
- Resources
- Creating structures activity handout.
Using Multiple Intelligence to Engage Learners
This self-paced mini-training shares information about using multiple intelligence to engage learners in a way that taps into the unique strengths and learning preferences of each individual. Also included are activites for each intelligence that can be used in a classroom setting. There is a self-assement at the end in order to test your knowledge.
Instructions: Click on this link to begin the training.
