The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.

Level: Introductory

Length: 1 hour

Timeframe for access: Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the important role of emotional arousal in learning
• State the reasons why children with sensory challenges may find digital learning boring and how to respond
• Create learning environments that help children better increase and regulate their emotional arousal
• Construct better learning goals, frameworks, feedback, and rewards that can assist in digital learning
• Interpret the psychophysiological measurement of skin conductance as a marker of arousal and engagement in learning

Elliott builds great experiences by helping organizations understand the emotions of their customers. He earned his PhD at the MIT Media Lab using psychophysiological sensors to measure emotions in a new, objective way. Previously, Elliott worked at IDEO as a design researcher, where he learned how to combine sensors, design, and emotions. Today, he runs mPath, a design consulting firm. Elliott has had the privilege of designing a vast range of emotions, from the excitement of using Google, to audience engagement of the Blue Man Group, to customers’ confidence at Lowe’s Home Improvement, to the anxiety of children with autism in therapy. By looking at the detailed experiences of customers, Elliott shows companies new ways of innovating and adding value through the customer experience. When not pondering emotions, Elliott is often found playing board games with his two brothers or painting a Chinese landscape.

Who should attend:

Parents and providers looking for ways to create a better learning environment for their children who are now learning at home.

Instructional Methods:

PowerPoint lecture with video examples

Cancellation Policy:

Because this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically accepted. Please contact education@spdstar.org if you have any questions or concerns.

Do you have a disability that would require special accommodations?

Please contact us at education@spdstar.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.

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