T4L | Yvonne Houy & Julian Kilker | Compassionate Communication Online
Channel: Empower Teaching
Date: 2021-03-04

Compassionate Communication (Online)
Dr. Yvonne Houy, Dr. Julian Kilker
UNLV College of Fine Arts


The current moment creates a perfect storm for potential downward spirals in learning community climate and effectiveness: Without body language clues it is challenging to communicate with consistent positivity. Thus,
the move toward remote working/teaching/learning increases the potential for misinterpretations of intent. Add to this the economic and social stresses of this pandemic, social unrest, and lack of equity. We must (re)learn compassionate communication, online. Inspired by mind-body medicine training, by neuroscience-research-influenced conflict resolution mediation training, and by emerging online moderation/facilitation best practices, my workshop focuses on actionable strategies to foster positive and inclusive communication online.


Presentation type: Interactive Session (50 minutes)
Session type: Self-care and Mental Health
Session track: Teaching with Technology