by Dr Marc | May 18, 2017
Albrecht, N., Albrecht, P. Cohen , M., (2013) Mindfully Teaching in the Classroom: a Literature Review. Australian Journal of Teacher Education, 37(12): 1-14
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Abstract: The practice of mindfulness is being used with increased frequency in schools around the world. In the current literature review we outline some of the core concepts and practices associated with mindfulness and discuss studies analysing the process of mindfulness teacher training. Preliminary research in this emerging field suggests that mindfulness has the potential to improve classroom
management, teacher-student relationships and instructional strategies. Mindfulness instructors recommend that before teachers can feel comfortable and effectively teach mindfulness in the classroom they need to embody and practice mindfulness in their own
lives. It is proposed that in order to improve our knowledge base in this area a critical synthesis and analysis of school-based mindfulness programs is required.
by Dr Marc | May 18, 2017
Ager, K., Albrecht, N.J., Cohen. M. (2015) Mindfulness in Schools Research Project: Exploring Students’ Perspectives of Mindfulness —What are students’ perspectives of learning mindfulness practices at school?. Psychology 6(7):896-914
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Over the last decade, the cultivation of mindfulness has become a common part of the curriculum in classrooms around the world. A recent survey indicates that nearly 50% of teachers are sharing mindfulness with children. To date, researchers have predominately used outcome-based trial designs to understand the practice’s efficacy for improving wellness in children. Less research has been directed towards understanding how children perceive mindfulness experiences. This gap inspired the research question—What are students’ perspectives of learning mindfulness practices at school? Thematic analysis was employed to understand and interpret 38 elementary school students’ mindfulness journals. Findings suggest that mindfulness enhances student wellbeing and helps children develop a greater awareness of their body, mind and emotions. Implications of these findings are discussed. Future research is required to determine how mindfulness practices enhance and sustain student wellbeing and learning.
Mindfulness in Schools Research Project: Exploring Students’ Perspectives of Mindfulness —What are students’ perspectives of learning mindfulness practices at school? (PDF Download Available). Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/279970345_Mindfulness_in_Schools_Research_Project_Exploring_Students’_Perspectives_of_Mindfulness_-What_are_students’_perspectives_of_learning_mindfulness_practices_at_school [accessed Jun 16, 2017].
