The Basics
What is self-regulation?
The ability to manage our behaviours and set goals to move towards success.
What exceptionalities were discussed that relate heavily to self-regulation? (note: this does NOT mean only these students require support)
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Autism
Name a strategy discussed that can be used in the classroom.
- teach about self-regulation: social stories
- zones of regulation
- co-create strategies
- Foster goal setting
-etc.
True or false: self regulation only applies to emotions?
False: also applies to goal setting and managing ourselves to achieve those goals
Name some behaviours that might relate to low self-regulation
- Restlessness, Fatigue, Trouble concentrating, Irritability, Acting out, Fear of talking in front of a group, Fear of judgement, Avoidance behaviour, Meltdowns, Panic attacks , Excessive worry
True or false: students can help co-create plans to self-regulate
True: although this strategy might be grade-dependent, co-creating strategies help foster independence and ownership over work.
True or False: all students are able to learn self-regulation skills, and require the same level of support.
False: students learn differently and may require different levels of support.
**it is important to see where they are at first and build on their knowledge**
Why are students with significant learning challenges at higher risk of giving up?
- demoralization from repeated struggles; need growth celebration
What is a social story?
describing a situation, skill, or concept in terms of relevant social cues, perspectives, and common responses in a specifically defined style and format.
- visuals
- students perspective
- understand expectations and how to act
- easily interpretable
How does self-regulation relate to social-emotional learning?
- managing emotions/stress
- positive motivation
- perseverance
In relation to the brain, why might a student with anxiety struggle to learn or require extra support for developing self-regulation?
The switch from the blue brain (learning/social) to the red brain (survival) can affect a student's ability to concentrate or absorb new information.
Name the zones of regulation and the feelings associated with them.
Green: calm, happy
Yellow: silly, frustrated
Blue: sad, tired
Red: angry, out of control
Why is it important to teach self-regulation in school?
- some students may not have the knowledge and students may learn differently or need extra support
- lack of self-regulation can affect learning (ability to concentrate, absorb information etc)
In relation to the brain, why might a student with autism struggle with self-regulation?
Some parts of the brain are under-connected or over-connected, which affects attention, engagement, and regulation.
Name the strategies that are helpful to tackle each regulation zone.
Green: Maintenance
Yellow: Calming
Blue: Energize
Red: De-escalation