Building Healthy Habits – A Roadmap for Behavioural Change

Welcome to “Building Healthy Habits – A Roadmap for Behavioral Change,” an engaging and transformative course designed exclusively for educators. The course is delivered by Simon Spencer, Head of School in Wythenshawe, Manchester from EdStart Schools. EdStart are a collection of schools that provide alternative provision for students for whom mainstream settings are not meeting their needs.

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, teachers play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our society. As agents of inspiration and guidance, your ability to instill not only academic knowledge but also essential life skills is unparalleled.

This course recognises the profound impact teachers have on their students and empowers you to be leaders of positive change in their lives. In today’s fast-paced world, cultivating healthy habits and promoting behavioral change is more critical than ever. As teachers, you are not only responsible for imparting subject matter expertise but also for nurturing the overall well-being of your students. The “Building Healthy Habits” course is designed to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to foster healthier behaviors and habits in your students, creating a positive and lasting impact on their lives.

Over the course of our journey together, we will delve into the psychology of habits, explore practical methods for integrating healthy habits into your classroom and daily life.

Join us on this exciting expedition of self-improvement and pedagogical advancement. As we embark on this path toward building healthy habits, you will gain the insights and skills required to inspire your students, lead by example, and become agents of change within your educational communities. Let’s work together to pave the way for a brighter, healthier future for the generations you influence.

Here’s a quick video to get you started which focusses on achieving behavioural change with a whole class. The video is delivered by The Highly Effective Teacher and you can view more content from them here. You will also find a helpful practical guide and research study in the materials for this course.