This chapter discusses aspects of positive psychology, that may bring a revolution in school setting. The use of positive psychology brings transformation in all sectors, especially by creating a sharp focus on mindfulness. It explores the development of research on various positive education paradigms and examines the growth of positive psychology in educational contexts. It emphasizes the practical benefits of these models through constructive prevention and intervention programs designed for educational settings. The concept of positive schools and how they prove efficient in supporting, enhancing and promoting positive mental health, resilience, mindfulness, self-consciousness and well-being are considered as key academic outcomes. This chapter discusses how the new concepts of Happy School evolved which fosters student-centric and value-driven education.

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Implications of Positive Psychology for School Education

  • Ashok Kumar Singh,
  • Babita Yadav

摘要

This chapter discusses aspects of positive psychology, that may bring a revolution in school setting. The use of positive psychology brings transformation in all sectors, especially by creating a sharp focus on mindfulness. It explores the development of research on various positive education paradigms and examines the growth of positive psychology in educational contexts. It emphasizes the practical benefits of these models through constructive prevention and intervention programs designed for educational settings. The concept of positive schools and how they prove efficient in supporting, enhancing and promoting positive mental health, resilience, mindfulness, self-consciousness and well-being are considered as key academic outcomes. This chapter discusses how the new concepts of Happy School evolved which fosters student-centric and value-driven education.