Adult Learning Modules

Each of these self-paced, interactive, professional learning modules help Zones Leaders develop the foundational understanding needed to teach The Zones of Regulation Digital Curriculum with confidence, integrity, and fidelity.  

It is recommended you work through the following learning modules in order before you begin implementing The Zones of Regulation Digital Curriculum.  

These highly engaging modules include: 

  • Videos from training courses featuring Leah Kuypers (Founder and Creator of The Zones) and Emily Walz (Director of Instruction)  
  • Examples from the Digital Curriculum 
  • Animations and digital interactives 
  • Adult reflection activities  

Getting Into the Zones of Curriculum: The Complete Framework and Digital Curriculum Companion (Think Social Publishing, 2024) is a print book alternative to the content in these learning modules. 

Module A: What is Regulation?

Module A

An overview of competency of regulation, including self-regulation, co-regulation, why regulation matters, and the relationship between regulation and social and emotional learning.

Module B: Beyond Behavior: Factors Impacting Regulation

Module B

Get curious about what might be underlying a learner’s behavior, including exploration of underlying factors that impact the development of regulation including neurobiological components (sensory processing, executive functioning, emotional regulation, social cognition) in addition to the external/environmental factors (lived experience, culture, sociopolitical factors, access, and relationships).  

Module C: What is The Zones of Regulation?

Module C

A comprehensive and detailed explanation of The Zones of Regulation framework, its Signature Practices (Categorize Feelings into Zones, Offer Zones Check-Ins, Create Custom Zones Toolboxes, Use the Zones Pathway), and Key Principles to support implementation with fidelity.

Module D: Building the Zones Climate

Module D

Discover how to build and nourish regulation in your setting through your actions, which will include putting into place the Essential Elements of a Zones Climate.

Adult Learning Modules

Module A: What is Regulation?

An overview of competency of regulation, including self-regulation, co-regulation, why regulation matters, and the relationship between regulation and social and emotional learning.
Module B: Beyond Behavior: Factors Impacting Regulation

Get curious about what might be underlying a learner’s behavior, including exploration of underlying factors that impact the development of regulation including neurobiological components (sensory processing, executive functioning, emotional regulation, social cognition) in addition to the external/environmental factors (lived experience, culture, sociopolitical factors, access, and relationships).

Module C: What is The Zones of Regulation?

A comprehensive and detailed explanation of The Zones of Regulation framework, its Signature Practices (Categorize Feelings into Zones, Offer Zones Check-Ins, Create Custom Zones Toolboxes, Use the Zones Pathway), and Key Principles to support implementation with fidelity.
Module D: Building the Zones Climate

Discover how to build and nourish regulation in your setting through your actions, which will include putting into place the Essential Elements of a Zones Climate.

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Learning Objectives

In this training, you will learn to:

  • Understand the competency of regulation, including underlying neurobiological components and external contributing factors.
  • Understand The Zones of Regulation Framework, including its Signature Practices.
  • Apply the Essential Elements of the Zones Climate in your setting to promote a foundation for regulation to flourish.
  • Gain the knowledge and confidence you need to implement The Zones of Regulation Digital Curriculum with your learners.