Getting Unstuck #197: Using Simulations to Train Trauma-informed School Personnel
Our guests
Glenn Albright Ph.D. — Dr. Albright leads a team of researchers at Kognito to evaluate the efficacy of its immersive learning and assessment role-play simulations to bring about sustained behavior changes in the areas of social, emotional, and physical health for students at all educational levels. His research involves integrating empirically based findings drawn from neuroscience such as emotional regulation, mentalizing, and empathy, as well as components of social cognitive learning models including motivational interviewing and adult learning theory.
He is actively publishing and presenting their mental health support data at numerous conferences specifically addressing how game-based role-play simulations can support education and public health initiatives. These initiatives are focused on inspiring positive changes in behavior and are designed to impact large numbers of geographically dispersed people comprised of vulnerable populations.
Kim Weiland — Kim serves as Product Manager for Kognito's education vertical, having previously served as Senior Client Experience Executive.
Kim has had a diverse career across education, business, and non-profits, with a focus on helping communities build capacity to tackle challenges and seize opportunities at the local level. Prior to joining Kognito, Kim served as the Executive Director of the Industrial Supply Association which represents one of the largest manufacturing and distribution channels.
As you listen
How are trauma simulations using avatars helpful for learning in the school community?
What is a teacher’s role when addressing trauma among students?
Why are the attitudes of teachers more important than their knowledge when focusing on trauma-informed practices in schools?
How can simulations directed at students help youth navigate conversations about trauma, substance use, and academic struggles?
How are these simulations inclusive of, and helpful in, various cultures, traumas, and situations?
How is social media being incorporated in the use of trauma-informed simulation?
Making it Real
What is the benefit of simulating mental-health related conversations?
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Publications
Virtual Role-play: Middle School Educators Addressing Student Mental Health
Harnessing the power of conversations with virtual humans to change health behaviors