To address the emotional and mental health needs of teachers during the COVID-19 pandemic, existing instructional technology tools can be rapidly adapted to support trauma- informed educational practices. In this action research and practice brief, the instructional strategies and communication tools used to support the mental health needs of preservice teachers within an instructional technology course are de- tailed. Preliminary outcomes indicate that although preser- vice teachers are effective in using instructional technology tools to articulate the status of their health and well-being, not all preservice teachers chose to engage in course activi- ties, highlighting that the most vulnerable preservice educa- tors need additional support during COVID-19 teaching and learning. Implications for preservice and in-service educa- tion are discussed. Keywords

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