Send us a text In this conversation, Rick Cohen and Katie Upshaw discuss their book, 'The Metacognitive Preschooler,' which focuses on the importance of metacognition in early childhood education. They explore how structured self-questioning can help preschoolers manage their emotions and thoughts, the challenges of implementing these strategies in schools, and the vital role of parents in reinforcing these skills at home. The discussion highlights the need for a supportive school culture and the significance of play in emotional development, ultimately emphasizing the importance of becoming the 'CEO of your brain' to navigate the complexities of modern life. In this conversation, Rick Cohen and Katie Upshaw discuss the importance of empowering students to take charge of their emotional and academic lives. They emphasize the need for self-management skills in education, the integration of social-emotional learning with academic inquiry, and the positive impact of a collaborative school culture. The discussion also touches on their experience writing a book together, highlighting the importance of teamwork and shared vision in educational initiatives. === Richard K. Cohen is Chief Academic Officer for secondary education at Edison Township Public Schools in New Jersey. He is a former assistant superintendent and principal of Moss School (PreK and Kindergarten) in the Metuchen School District in New Jersey. He serves as faculty for Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and he is a former principal of Red Bank Primary School in New Jersey. Rick K. Cohen: http://linkedin.com/in/rick-cohen-906820119 Katie Upshaw is a preschool special education teacher in the Metuchen School District in New Jersey. Additionally, she also serves as a union representative, chairs the school leadership team, and engages in district committees. Katie Upshaw: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-u-315050321/ === Make Your Life a Masterpiece! Enrol NOW; programs.the-ykm.com/collections theykm.com the-ykm.com whyknowledgematters.com programs.the-ykm.com theykm.com the-ykm.com whyknowledgematters.com #whyknowledgematters #podcast #theykm #livelearnlove #education #motherofeducationalmindfulness the ykm: Transforming learning for unleashing human flourishment! Support the show
