Psychological safety
Psychological safety refers to an environment where learners feel supported to take risks, make mistakes, seek help, and voice their thoughts and opinions without fearing negative repercussions such as judgment or embarrassment. This concept promotes a climate of mutual respect and trust, facilitating open communication and teamwork by creating a learning environment where:
- Mistakes are opportunities to learn
- Multiple perspectives are valued
- Feedback is encouraged
- People take risks and innovate
- Culture is respectful and supportive
Psychological safety in a learning environment
Learn how to create psychological safety in a learning environment for better learning outcomes.
How to incorporate a trauma-informed approach when facilitating lessons or training programs that include sensitive topics.