Course description

Course overview and purpose:
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is a critical component of education, as it not only helps students to develop important life skills, but also improves academic performance, reduces negative behaviours, and contributes to positive classroom environments. Throughout this course, teachers will learn about the key components of SEL, including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Participants will gain the skills and strategies needed to incorporate socio-emotional learning into their existing curriculum and build a learning environment that supports emotional well-being. They will explore evidence-based practices for teaching these skills, such as mindfulness exercises, reflective journaling, and role-playing activities.
Through workshops, hands-on activities, and collaboration, participants will develop their competencies in socio-emotional learning and learn effective techniques to support their students’ overall growth and development.
By the end of this course, educators will be better prepared to support their students’ social and emotional growth, and to create more effective and engaging learning environments.

Learning outcomes:

• Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the role of SEL in the classroom and its considerable benefits.
• Participants will learn innovative and effective techniques to foster socio-emotional development among students.
• Participants will acquire practical strategies and a focus on prevention and early intervention.
• Participants will develop their pedagogy and methodology, and acquire evaluation and self-reflection techniques.
• Participants will form a network of educators that can support one another in their work towards developing socio-emotional learning.