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Upper Primary Student Perceptions Survey
The Student Perception Survey (SPS) instrument consists of a battery of items in the form of observer-reported statements that the respondents affirm using a rating scale. These statements were formulated to map with the observable attributes of thei...
Education in Emergencies
Indonesia Earthquake and Tsunami
A lesson to examine the Indonesia earthquake and tsunami in 2018, which left over 1,700 people dead, over 60,000 displaced from their homes, and thousands more injured or missing. In this lesson, students will review what has happened and explore the...
Education in Emergencies
Emergency Helpers
This two-minute video reminds students that there's always someone helping. After watching the video together, ask students to name some of the special helpers they can go to in an emergency (such as a doctor, firefighter, police officer, or teacher)...
Education in Emergencies
Talking to Children About Emergencies
An article on how to start a conversation with your students about what happens when the unexpected happens. It’s hard to know what to say when talking to students about emergencies. Teachers don’t want to worry their students, but it’s important for...
Education in Emergencies
A Hurricane Comes to Sesame Street
Watch Big Bird’s friends help him rebuild his nest after a hurricane, similar to how teachers can help rebuild students' sense of safety and security. Teachers can reflect with students on questions like: How did Big Bird feel when he saw his nest ru...