Burnout in the Classroom: Recognizing signs in instructors and students

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Hear Dr. Rachel Hopman-Droste's discussion on gaining insights into effective methods for managing student and instructor burnout in the digital world.

Dr. Rachel Hopman-Droste, Learning Science Researcher, Pearson

Emails pile up, assignments are left ungraded, and you’re looking forward to the next break. Sound familiar? You aren’t alone. Research shows instructors and students alike have been facing increasing rates of burnout since the start of the pandemic. Prolonged stress can take a mental and physical toll on both you and your students, especially in online courses. Identifying signs of burnout and finding ways to address stress are the first steps towards curbing those negative consequences. Join this discussion to gain insights into effective methods for managing burnout in the digital world.

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Are you experiencing teacher burnout?

You may have been hearing the term “burnout” a lot lately. But what exactly is it, and how is it different from just plain old exhaustion or manageable, everyday stress? Learn how to recognize the signs of burnout, discover just how common it is, and get useful tips on how to overcome it.

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About the speakers

Rachel Hopman

Dr. Rachel Hopman-Droste, Learning Science Researcher, Pearson

Rachel Hopman-Droste is a researcher within Learning Research & Design at Pearson. She uses insights from cognitive and behavioral sciences to improve the efficacy of learning experiences and outcomes. Dr. Hopman-Droste earned her PhD in cognitive psychology from the University of Utah and has spent the last 10 years translating research findings related to mental processes into real world insights. She uses these skills to promote quality learning design grounded in empirical evidence.

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