Mindfulness and Education

4 credits

This course introduces students to mindfulness and yoga in schools as it relates to social and emotional learning (SEL), executive functioning, and academic success. Through a combination of readings, lectures/discussions, assignments, and field experiences, students will learn about the impact of contemplative practices on academic functioning and SEL, while also addressing current educational and socio-emotional challenges that P–12 students, teachers, and parents face. Prerequisites: department approval required, EDS 139 must be taken as a corequisite.