Media and Publications
Dr. Nguyen enjoys exchanging and sharing ideas with others. Her 2023 TED-Ed Educator Talk has amassed over 1.5 million views on Ted.com. She has also contributed to scholarship through publications and conference presentations. For inquiries about speaking engagements, podcast invitations, or writing opportunities, reach out below.
3 Steps to Help Kids Process Traumatic Events
What do we say to kids when intensely traumatic events interrupt everyday life? Whether you're a teacher, parent, or community builder, Kristen Nguyen provides three research-backed steps for navigating these difficult conversations, restoring a sense of safety, and facilitating collective healing.
WHAT DO WE TELL THE KIDS? Finding the words to help kids through traumatic times
In this Swellcast conversation, Kristen Nguyen and Deborah Pardes discuss the language and protocols that are useful in processing and healing from disruptive or traumatic events.
What Am I Good at and How Does that Benefit Society?
In this episode of "Why Are My Students Acting Like Children" Kristen Nguyen and her colleague, the brilliant Erica Faulkner, meet with host Isabel Algrant to discuss the importance of Social-Emotional Learning for young people.
From the Frontlines: Developing an Educator-Led Professional Learning Series to Improve K-12 Educators’ Use of Trauma-Responsive and Healing-Centered Practices
Kristen Nguyen completed and defended this dissertation in early 2023, officially adding the Dr. in front of her name. A ProQuest account may be required to access the full publication.
ISBN: 979-8-3776-0589-8 (2023)
Fostering Outdoor Learning Experiences with Urban Youth through Place-Based Expeditionary Learning
Kristen Nguyen (née Ellison) wrote this article in the Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership Vol. 5 No. 3 (2013).