Positive Education for Positive Educators

Abstract

This chapter has been specifically written for readers interested in incorporating positive education into practice. Expanding on concepts and models first introduced in Chapter 1, it starts with an overview of commonly used wellbeing models and frameworks from positive psychology adapted for application in schools. The chapter also explores the significance of positive education in enhancing educator wellbeing and shares experienced-based insights on how positive education has been implemented effectively, or not. As part of this, the chapter identifies common implementation challenges and offers key recommendations for achieving success. Aligned to this book’s overarching objective of connecting theory with practice, it provides empirical and practical insights, including a Positive Psychology in Practice case study of a UK educator’s experience with embedding positive education in further education (FE).

Citation

Tytherleigh, M. and Dunn, H. (2024), "Positive Education for Positive Educators", Tytherleigh, M. (Ed.) Positive Education at All Levels: Learning to Flourish (Positive Psychology in Practice), Emerald Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 131-152. https://doi.org/10.1108/978-1-83753-156-120241007