Course Description

Credit Validation for CASEL Participants Only

Six virtual sessions covering the following social-emotional learning (SEL) components: The Why, Adult SEL, SEL in Practice, Supportive Environment Strategies, Explicit Instruction Strategies, Academic Integration Strategies, and Advancing SEL in Your School.

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What You Will Learn

  • Examine the foundations of social-emotional learning (SEL), including The Why, equity and excellence, and the role of SEL in fostering positive educational outcomes
  • Reflect on personal SEL competencies by developing a personal vision and goals while identifying strategies to strengthen educator well-being and effectiveness
  • Implement supportive learning environment strategies, including welcoming rituals, teacher language, community circles, relationship-building practices, SEL-informed discipline, and class agreements
  • Apply explicit SEL instructional practices by aligning instruction with SEL standards, using evidence-based programs, incorporating student reflection and goal setting, and utilizing frame-coach-reflect strategies
  • Integrate SEL into academic instruction through student-centered learning, academic mindsets, goal setting, interactive pedagogy, and engagement strategies that promote deeper learning
  • Develop a schoolwide action plan for advancing SEL by identifying allies, building collaborative teams, utilizing SEL leadership resources, and planning next steps for sustainable implementation

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the ÌÇÐÄVlog’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why USD?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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