Cultivating Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Classrooms

Аннотация

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is increasingly recognized as a crucial component of modern education,
as it equips students with essential life skills for navigating relationships, managing emotions, and engaging constructively
with their communities. This paper aims to support educators in effectively integrating SEL into classroom practice
by applying established SEL frameworks and emphasizing the importance of cultivating SEL as a foundation for holistic
education. The study explores ways to guide educators in developing key SEL competencies among students, including
empathy, mindfulness, compassion, and critical inquiry, while also examining best practices for SEL integration. In addition,
the paper addresses strategies for relationship management, such as conflict resolution and bullying prevention,
and highlights the importance of fostering students’ understanding of their relationships with the broader community,
encouraging respect for diversity and global citizenship. As a result, this research enables educators to articulate the
significance of SEL, apply evidence-based frameworks, design lessons that support healthy relationships, and create
inclusive learning environments that promote emotional intelligence and social awareness among students