A guide to exploring the mind in educational settings through evolutionary and behavioral science

This guide is designed for educators, students, and anyone interested in exploring the mind in educational contexts through the lens of evolutionary and contextual behavioral science. In this first edition, we will embark on a journey to reflect on what it means to be human in the 21st century and how insights from the science of the mind can help us address various challenges across different contexts. To do so, we will explore the mind through the DNA-V model (Hayes & Ciarrochi, 2015), while also integrating other scientific approaches, as well as knowledge from ancient traditions and the wisdom of great thinkers from the past, presented through stories and quotes. The activities in this guide will invite you to experience your own mind from different perspectives. Additionally, illustrative graphics, specifically developed for this guide, will support your understanding and help reinforce the key processes.We invite you to engage! Reflect on how the ideas and content in this guide relate to your daily life, as well as to your teaching and learning goals. Experiment with the concepts and connect with us to share your experiences, provide feedback, join our efforts in educational innovation, or ask any questions you may have.