SEL is most effective when all aspects of a student’s life is immersed. How can we incorporate social and emotional learning into the school culture, into classrooms, homes and our community?
Research continued to prove the effectiveness of SEL programs. For example, a meta-analysis of evaluation studies of SEL program showed that the programs improved achievement scores and grade-point average (Durlak et al., 2011). Beyond academic achievement, SEL programs have also improved school safety. Incidents of misbehavior, suspensions and disciplinary actions have all decreased with social and emotional education (Durlak et al., 2011).
In the world, many nations have utilized SEL program to guide their teaching (Goleman, n.d.). Why isn’t this framework being enacted in all schools?
Journey towards great teaching
and happy students