PUBLICATIONS
Vigil, K. (2022). Mindfulness in PK-12 classrooms as a means to promote emotion regulation. In D. Harper (Ed.), Advancing interpersonal emotion regulation and social regulation (pp. 31-53). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-2478-0.ch002
Vigil, K. (2021). Using a connectedness cycle to create a paradigm shift in work and education. In S. Ramlall, T. Cross, & M. Love (Eds.), Handbook of research on future of work and education: Implications for curriculum delivery and work design (pp. 342-356). IGI Global. https://doi: 10.4018/978-1-7998-8275-6
Vigil, K. B. (2019). Portable screen time and kindergarteners' attention with content as a possible moderator. Frontiers in Education Technology, 2(3), p. 141-158, doi:10.22158/fet.v2n3p141
Vigil, K. B. (2019). Investigating the relationship between portable screen time and kindergarteners' attention with content as a potential moderator using a non-experimental causal comparative design (Order No. 13857414). Available from ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (2210130296). Retrieved from https://lopes.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search-proquest-com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/docview/2210130296?accountid=7374
PRESENTATIONS
Presenter/Trainer, Mindfulness 101 for Pre-Medical students. Murray State University. June 15, 2022.
Vigil, K. (Presenter), Relationship-Rich Education in Teaching & Learning. “Transforming Education: Using the Connectedness Cycle as a Framework for Instruction,” Pedagogicon: Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, Virtual, May 19, 2022.
Presenter, Women’s Empowerment and Education Event (WEE) for Female Athletes. Murray State University. April 18, 2022.
Presenter/Trainer, Mindfulness for Athletes Focus Group (Women’s Golf). Murray State University. April 4 and April 11, 2022.
Presenter, Introduction to Mindfulness, MSU Assistant Coaches Professional Development. Murray State University. December, 2021.
Vigil, K. (Presenter), Student Success is Alive in Kentucky! “The Connectedness Cycle: A Pedagogical Approach to Promote Student Success and Well-Being,” Kentucky Chapter of the National Organization for Student Success, Virtual, November, 2021.
Vigil, K. (Presenter), Convocation Ceremony 2021, “Self-Care, Mindfulness, and...Wait for It...Technology!” Kappa Delta Pi, Virtual, November, 2021 (rescheduled from 2020).
Presenter/Trainer, Mindfulness for Athletes Focus Group. Murray State University. August, 2021-present.
Vigil, K. (Presenter), Teaching and Technology Summit, “Student Self-Care: A Technology Infused Pedagogical Approach,” Murray State University, Murray, KY. June, 2021.
Vigil, K. (Presenter), Convocation Ceremony 2020, “Self-Care, Mindfulness, and...Wait for It...Technology!” Kappa Delta Pi, Indianapolis, IN. 2020 (in-person canceled, rescheduled virtually for 2021).
Vigil, K. (Presenter), Northern Arizona Early Childhood Symposium, “Portable Screen Time and Young Children: What the Research Says,” Association for Supportive Child Care, Flagstaff, AZ. November, 2019.
Vigil, K. (Presenter), First Things First Early Childhood Summit, “Portable Screen Time and Young Children: What the Research Says,” First Things First, Phoenix, AZ. August, 2019.
Instructor/Professional Development Trainer, Immanuel Care for Children Preschool and Daycare, “Relationships in the Classroom and Teacher Self-Care,” Phoenix, AZ. 2019.
Invited Presenter, Holistic Urgent Care, “Self-Care, Mindfulness, and Screen Time: A Blended Approach,” Phoenix, AZ. 2019.
Instructor/Professional Development Trainer, Immanuel Care for Children Preschool and Daycare, “Relationships, Teacher/Child Interactions, and Connecting with Families,” Phoenix, AZ. 2018.
Invited Presenter, Life Aligned Chiropractic, “Introduction to Mindful Parenting,” and “Mindfulness Fundamentals,” 2018.
Classroom Instruction: “Mindfulness 101 for Students.” Sonoran Trails Middle School, Phoenix, AZ. 2018.
Instructor/Professional Development Trainer: Introduction to Mindfulness for Teachers, American Leadership Academy, Gilbert, AZ. 2018.
Instructor/Professional Development Trainer: Introduction to Mindfulness for Teachers, Queen Creek High School, Queen Creek, AZ. 2018.
Instructor-Community Education Classes, “Babies, Toddlers, and Brain Development,” “Emergent Literacy,” and “Friendship and Social and Emotional Learning,” Town of Queen Creek, AZ. 2011-2014.
RESEARCH IN PROGRESS
Mindset matters: A case study reviewing the intersection between standards-based instruction and mindfulness in preservice mathematics teacher training. Data collection complete.
The purpose of this case study is to review the intersection of standards-based instruction (content) and mindfulness (sound pedagogical practices) (Vigil, 2022), in preservice mathematics teacher training. This case study aims to provide a framework for preservice mathematics teacher training.
Investigating the efficacy of a multi-faceted mindfulness training for preservice teachers: A mixed methods approach. Data collection complete.
The purpose of this study is to ascertain the efficacy of a multi-faceted mindfulness training program on the levels of mindfulness and perceived well-being, of preservice teachers, and to determine their preparedness to employ mindfulness in their future classrooms.