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Sample Teaching Activities to Support Core Competencies of Social and Emotional Learning Professional DocSample Teaching Activities to Support Core Competencies of Social and Emotional Learning Professional Doc
Publisher
Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
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K - 12th
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Social & Emotional Learning
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Duration
6 mos
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Direct Instruction
Year
2017
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Sample Teaching Activities to Support Core Competencies of Social and Emotional Learning

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What is social and emotional learning (SEL), and why is it important? Using a helpful resource, teachers discover ways to enhance SEL in the classroom. They show pupils how to regulate their emotions and behaviors, set personal and educational goals, and accurately assess their strengths and limitations.

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social-emotional learning, self-awareness, social awareness, responsible decision-making, self-management

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programs

Instructional Ideas

  • Invite scholars to share about a challenge they have overcome
  • Have individuals maintain lists of both their short-term and long-term goals

Classroom Considerations

  • This is a teacher resource offering strategies for fostering students' social and emotional awareness
  • Time required is ongoing because the resource introduces teaching strategies for year-round implementation 

Pros

  • Includes a colorful guide demonstrating the core competencies of SEL
  • Provides a helpful list of four strategies that promote SEL

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  • None

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