Jessica Safe

What is SEL?

SEL

  • May 2, 2024 at 10:50 AM
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1. How would you define Social-Emotional Learning and why is it important?
-Social-Emotional Learning is working on everyday life skills. This includes but is not limited to communicating needs, teamwork, motivation and more. It is important because these are life skills for students as they grow older. It helps them manage and regulate their emotions in a productive way to navigate their lives. 

2. What are some of the benefits for students shared in the videos?
-They have a positive mindset. They value their life and realize how important it is to communicate information, be supportive of everyone and more. It also raises test scores and reduces stress and anxiety. 

3. How is integrating SEL into the curriculum different from traditional education?
-Integrating SEL into the curriculum is different from traditional education because students are not just a score. Their emotional well being is important. They need to learn how to adjust to some hardships they will face in life. They need to learn to manage their emotions and how to communicate effectively.