Complimentary Resource Cards Available for Teachers, Counselors & AdministratorsToday’s educators are faced with an overload of challenges and information throughout the school year. Remaining productive in the classroom, while juggling numerous day-to-day responsibilities, is key to creating a successful environment for students and teachers. American Public University’s Tips for Teachers cards provide easy-to-reference recognition signs of child welfare concerns as well as strategies and techniques that help teachers be more effective in the classroom and support the well-being of students. Created by a former teacher using expert, respected resources, these 6-in. x 8-in. laminated cards can be easily stored at the teacher's desk or tucked into training and planning materials. Topics Covered:  | Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) in the Classroom Provides tips for recognizing students who may have ADD/ADHD. It also provides “best practices” for teaching students with the disorders and classroom accommodations to encourage better learning. |  |  | Bullying Intervention Defines bullying and recommends immediate intervention and follow-up strategies to support the victim. Helps modify the behavior of the student who is bullying to foster a bully-free environment. |  | Recognizing Child Abuse and Neglect Highlights the major types of abuse, including physical, sexual and emotional maltreatment and neglect. It also describes behavioral and other changes that may indicate abuse. |  | Teen Depression and Suicide Summarizes the signs and symptoms of depression in teens and how it differs from adult depression. It also describes how to talk to teens who are depressed – and the dangers of untreated depression. |
The information contained on the cards is intended for general summary purposes only and is not intended to take the place of local policy, procedure or law. Complete the form below to order your Tips for Teachers cards:
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About American Public University American Public University (APU) is a member institution of the regionally accredited American Public University System (APUS). Serving more than 50,000 students worldwide, APUS offers nine graduate degrees in education, including instructional leadership, special education, and guidance and counseling; in addition to our more than 70 other online degree programs, including associate, bachelor's and master's.  | Download the Programs for Educators fact sheet for more details about these degree programs. Please feel free to copy and distribute this fact sheet to your fellow educators. |
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