Building a Trauma-Responsive Educational Practice

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This manual offers a fresh perspective on teaching and learning, specifically addressing the effects of trauma on adults' learning abilities. Daniels outlines a roadmap for establishing a Trauma-Responsive teaching practice based on Trauma-Informed Care principles, highlighting the importance of self-care for educators. The unique challenges faced in prison classrooms illustrate the complex interplay of systemic, historical, and individual trauma. Individuals who reconnect with their learning potential in these settings possess valuable insights that can contribute to the movement against mass incarceration and highlight the significance of education in this context. The text aims to broaden the definition of "working with trauma," fostering a deeper connection between teaching, learning, and trauma's effects. This shift has the potential to transform educational philosophy and practice, encouraging a focus on learning how to learn. While the content is particularly relevant for corrections educators and those interested in teaching in prisons, the concepts and activities are applicable to any setting where adult learning is essential. Adult educators, public service professionals, librarians, and legal practitioners can all gain from the expertise presented in this resource.