International Approaches to Promoting Social and Emotional Learning in Schools: A Framework for Developing Teaching Strategy

This book explores the importance of social and emotional learning (SEL) in schools to foster supportive environments and good relationships. It presents research from nine different countries and discusses how teachers, student teachers, and policymakers can ensure successful SEL. It also highlights the importance of understanding how SEL can develop and work in different cultural contexts, considering different challenges of implementing SEL within the school context. The chapters draw on theoretical discussions illustrated by practical examples and explore the role of teacher training in SEL and how SEL can be applied within the school curriculum.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 244 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the vital significance of social and emotional learning (SEL) in schools, emphasizing its role in creating supportive environments and fostering positive relationships. Drawing from extensive research conducted in nine diverse countries, the book offers insightful discussions on how teachers, student teachers, and policymakers can ensure successful SEL implementation. It underscores the importance of SEL in empowering students to take ownership of their learning, develop essential skills, and become active contributors to their educational journey.

The book presents innovative approaches to learning and teaching SEL skills, highlighting their potential to enhance student outcomes. It makes a compelling case for understanding the processes through which SEL can evolve and adapt to different cultural contexts, addressing the unique challenges associated with implementing SEL within the school setting. Each chapter incorporates theoretical discussions, supported by practical examples, to illustrate the role of teacher training in SEL and explore how SEL can be seamlessly integrated into the school curriculum.

Addressing an increasingly important topic in the global education landscape, this book appeals to a wide range of academics, researchers, educational leaders, and university teacher trainers who are passionate about developing social and emotional learning and promoting overall well-being in schools. Chapter 6 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International license. Funded by the UIDEF - Unidade de Investigação e Desenvolvimento em Educação Formação - polo UIDEFMH, this resource provides valuable insights and practical strategies for educators seeking to enhance their students' social and emotional development.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367553326