Implementing Social and Emotional Learning in the Classroom educ 718w description

 
Course Contents
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Defining and understanding SEL 
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Using SEL within a multi-tiered prevention model and SWPBIS 
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Current trends in legislation, policy, and SEL 
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SEL and national and state standards 
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Strategic planning for social and emotional learning 
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Key steps to mobilize change 
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Create a professional development, implementation, and evaluation plan 
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Review of evidence-based SEL programs 
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Preparatory activities for implementing SEL in the classroom 
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How to handle tough conversations 
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Research about the connection among social, emotional, and school competence 
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Culturally responsive SEL 
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Assessment and evaluation strategies for SEL 
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SEL and Mental health interventions 
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Educator’s social and emotional competence 
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Strategies for supporting educators’ SEL 
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Building teacher-student relationships 
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Modeling and practicing empathy 
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Self-awareness, self-management, and social awareness 
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Building relationship skills 
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Responsible decision making 
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Positive impact of SEL 
 
Activities of Participants
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Read two texts related to the practical application of social and emotional learning on 
students’ academic success. 
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Complete extensive question sets for each text. 
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Complete a research essay about the use of SEL.
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Prepare a lesson plan based on the material within the texts. 
Evidence of Learning Outcomes
Upon successfully completing this course, the student will have demonstrated knowledge and 
application of social and emotional learning (SEL) by reading texts and responding to short essay 
questions. The student will also demonstrate the ability to apply their understanding of the 
objectives through critical thinking and writing skills by completing comprehensive projects.