Adolescence is a complicated time and probably one of the hardest periods of development for both the learner and the adults who teach and support them. We sometimes call this time the Transition to Adulthood, and it is usually many years before adult independence is truly a reality. But how do we know which teaching tools are a good fit for the strengths and struggles based on a student’s individual learning system? For example, how do we design supports for those who tend to have a more literal processing style, or those who have an extremely literal interpretation system? And, what makes sense for those who are highly motivated to seek relationships, but have lagging social competencies?

These two courses, Parts 1 and 2, take a common-sense, practical look at what we know about adolescence, motivation, self-awareness, self-regulation, organization, executive functioning, social learning, acquiring independence, and a host of other critical developmental milestones through the lens of practical concepts and hands-on strategies to support your tweens/teens.

We’re breaking these courses into two parts so that you can sign up for both or select the course that makes the most sense for your caseload, classroom, or child.