It requires more than a twitch to shake off stress. But with the help of the stress management strategies taught in a very dynamic lesson, freshmen can learn to do so. Class members watch videos, examine an infographic, read an article, and complete a worksheet. Empowered by their research, learners create a presentation that identifies their top 10 stress management techniques.

Concepts

social-emotional learning, casel, coping skills, stress management, stressors, anxiety, depression, healthy habits, resilience

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Instructional Ideas

• Instructors need to create their own "Shake It Off" Google slide presentation to use as an example
• Have pupils share their slide presentations on Google Classroom

Classroom Considerations

• Presumes learners have experience using Google Classroom and have access to devices with internet
• The lesson is part of the Heart Smart series designed for ninth graders
• Requires considerable prep time to bookmark pages on computers and to copy and collate the 11-page journal for each class member

Pros

• It may be used for in-class or remote learning

Cons

• The link to "The Office" fire drill video listed on the "Shake It Off" plan does not work: however, the video is available on the internet