Social-emotional Learning in the English Language Classroom

Social-emotional Learning in the English Language Classroom
Author: Luis Javier Pentón Herrera
Publisher:
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2021
Genre: English language
ISBN: 9781953745033

The incorporation of social and emotional learning (SEL) practices has been growing in the United States and around the world for some years. Many public and private educational systems, community organizations, and higher education institutions embrace SEL practices in various forms, such as wellness conversations, mindfulness interventions, trauma-informed practices, restorative circles, yoga, among many other interventions. Recent global events that our children, youth, and adults are experiencing, such as global pandemics, natural disasters, religious persecutions, forced migrations, social and political unrest, and violence, are reminding us of our interconnectedness as global citizens. At the same time, society and employers are now, more than ever, in desperate need of individuals who are emotionally intelligent (Harvard Business Review, 2015). While SEL is becoming increasing critical for learners' success, teachers often feel unprepared to incorporate or address it in their classrooms. This book serves as a practical, concise, and easy-to-follow reference that English language teachers in K-12 and adult education and English language teacher educators can use in their classrooms. It is one of the limited emerging SEL resources available that is tailored to the English language teaching field and contributes to filling the existing gap of SEL in English language education. Teachers will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to practice self-care and be confident in implementing SEL in their learning spaces to support and benefit their learners.

All Learning Is Social and Emotional

All Learning Is Social and Emotional
Author: Nancy Frey
Publisher: ASCD
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2019-01-17
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1416627391

While social and emotional learning (SEL) is most familiar as compartmentalized programs separate from academics, the truth is, all learning is social and emotional. What teachers say, the values we express, the materials and activities we choose, and the skills we prioritize all influence how students think, see themselves, and interact with content and with others. If you teach kids rather than standards, and if you want all kids to get what they need to thrive, Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, and Dominique Smith offer a solution: a comprehensive, five-part model of SEL that's easy to integrate into everyday content instruction, no matter what subject or grade level you teach. You'll learn the hows and whys of Building students' sense of identity and confidence in their ability to learn, overcome challenge, and influence the world around them. Helping students identify, describe, and regulate their emotional responses. Promoting the cognitive regulation skills critical to decision making and problem solving. Fostering students' social skills, including teamwork and sharing, and their ability to establish and repair relationships. Equipping students to becoming informed and involved citizens. Along with a toolbox of strategies for addressing 33 essential competencies, you'll find real-life examples highlighting the many opportunities for social and emotional learning within the K–12 academic curriculum. Children’s social and emotional development is too important to be an add-on or an afterthought, too important to be left to chance. Use this books integrated SEL approach to help your students build essential skills that will serve them in the classroom and throughout their lives.

Building Academic Success on Social and Emotional Learning

Building Academic Success on Social and Emotional Learning
Author: Joseph E. Zins
Publisher: Teachers College Press
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2004-04-15
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780807744390

In this groundbreaking book, nationally recognized leaders in education and psychology examine the relationships between social-emotional education and school success—specifically focusing on interventions that enhance student learning. Offering scientific evidence and practical examples, this volume points out the many benefits of social emotional learning programs, including: building skills linked to cognitive development, encouraging student focus and motivation, improving relationships between students and teachers, creating school-family partnerships to help students achieve, and increasing student confidence and success.

20 Ways to Implement Social Emotional Learning in Your Classroom

20 Ways to Implement Social Emotional Learning in Your Classroom
Author: Ka'Ren Minasian
Publisher: Ka'ren Minasian
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2018-04-03
Genre:
ISBN: 9780692103609

20 ways to implement social emotional learning in your classroom is written by an educational coach and 5 time black belt master trainer Ka'ren Minasian. You will gain practical strategies for teaching social-emotional learning (SEL) in your classroom, and help your students maintain positive relationships, be more responsible, self aware, respectful and contributing citizens of society. You'll find easy to follow lessons and activities that will give you the tools to positively transform your classroom while Boosting Class Morale & Academic Achievement. The book is broken down into 3 categories: Section 1: SEL as a Class 1. CULTIVATE KINDNESS IN THE CLASSROOM 2. TEACH STUDENTS POSITIVE PHRASES TO HELP THEM BE RESILIENT THROUGH FAILURES 3. CREATE ANCHOR CHARTS WITH YOUR STUDENTS 4. ROLE-PLAY TO DEVELOP EMPATHY 5. REFLECT ON THE DAY TO SEE HOW KIDS ARE FEELING AND SET GOALS FOR THE NEXT DAY Section 2: Teams, Partnerships, and Groups 1. "STRATEGIC" & STUDENT-CHOICE PARTNER ASSIGNMENTS 2. GROUP ASSIGNMENTS TO FOSTER NEGOTIATION & LEADERSHIP SKILLS 3. USE PEER MEDIATION TO TEACH PROBLEM-SOLVING & CONFLICT MANAGEMENT 4. ALLOW STUDENTS STRUCTURED & UNSTRUCTURED TIME FOR TALKING WITH THEIR PEERS 5. PLAY GAMES THAT PROMOTE COOPERATIVE LEARNING 6. BUILD SMALL COMMUNITIES IN CLASS WITH STUDENT TEAMS 7. BUDDY UP WITH AN OLDER OR YOUNGER CLASS 8. GIVE INTERVIEW PROJECTS WHERE KIDS WRITE NEWS STORIES ABOUT THEIR CLASSMATES Section 3: Personal Connections, Introspection, and Study 1. MAKE A PERSONAL CONNECTION WITH STUDENTS EVERYDAY 2. CREATE A PEACEFUL PLACE FOR UPSET AND ANGRY KIDS 3. HELP KIDS CREATE PERSONAL GOALS, & ADJUST THEM THROUGH THE YEAR 4. HAVE STUDENTS CREATE JOURNALS FOR FREE-WRITING & PROMPT WRITING 5. ASSIGN ART PROJECTS THAT INVOLVE EXPLORING THOUGHTS & FEELINGS 6. ASSIGN STUDENTS A JOB IN THE CLASSROOM TO TEACH RESPONSIBILITY 7. TEACH STUDENTS HOW TO MONITOR THEIR OWN PROGRESS

Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain

Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain
Author: Marilee Sprenger
Publisher: ASCD
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2020-09-22
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1416629521

ASCD Bestseller! Today's teachers face a daunting challenge: how to ensure a positive school experience for their students, many of whom carry the burden of adverse childhood experiences, such as abuse, poverty, divorce, abandonment, and numerous other serious social issues. Spurred by her personal experience and extensive exploration of brain-based learning, author Marilee Sprenger explains how brain science—what we know about how the brain works—can be applied to social-emotional learning. Specifically, she addresses how to - Build strong, caring relationships with students to give them a sense of belonging. - Teach and model empathy, so students feel understood and can better understand others. - Awaken students' self-awareness, including the ability to name their own emotions, have accurate self-perceptions, and display self-confidence and self-efficacy. - Help students manage their behavior through impulse control, stress management, and other positive skills. - Improve students' social awareness and interaction with others. - Teach students how to handle relationships, including with people whose backgrounds differ from their own. - Guide students in making responsible decisions. Offering clear, easy-to-understand explanations of brain activity and dozens of specific strategies for all grade levels, Social-Emotional Learning and the Brain is an essential guide to creating supportive classroom environments and improving outcomes for all our students.

Create a Culture of Kindness in Middle School

Create a Culture of Kindness in Middle School
Author: Naomi Drew
Publisher: Free Spirit Publishing
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2017-10-02
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1631981609

Practical, research-based lessons for middle school educators to teach students pro-social attitudes and behaviors to prevent bullying. Create a Culture of Kindness in Middle School focuses on positive and pro-social attitudes and behaviors that build a respectful and compassionate school environment, while also addressing the tough issues of prejudice, anger, exclusion, and bullying. Through role-playing, perspective-taking, sharing, writing, discussion, and more, students develop the insights and skills they need to accept differences, resolve conflicts peacefully, stop bullying among peers, and create a community of kindness in their classrooms and school. Based on survey data gathered by the authors from more than 1,000 students, the book’s research-based lessons are easy to implement and developmentally appropriate. Digital content includes student handouts from the book.

The Flexible SEL Classroom

The Flexible SEL Classroom
Author: Amber Chandler
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2022-03-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000547701

Social emotional learning is more than just helping students be social. In this co-publication from Routledge and AMLE, Amber Chandler shows how middle and high school educators can be intentional about seeing their students for who they are, growing relationships, and building community. Grounded in classroom experience, Chandler's practical strategies can be adapted to suit different needs, so you can create a Flexible Classroom and reach all learners. Topics include encouraging academic risk-taking without fear of failure, helping students self-manage, teaching self-awareness, modeling responsible decision-making and empathy, building relationship skills, and emboldening students to become more socially aware. This updated second edition features new chapters on running Restorative Circles and focusing on resilience instead of deficit analysis. There is also a special section with post-pandemic takeaways, as we learn new ways to help students thrive.