Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)

When students use a questioning strategy to think about their own thinking, they can see how to transfer their learning to new situations.

With explicit coaching, high school students can learn to manage their increasingly complex commitments.

These tips on supporting emotion regulation and building strong relationships will help students next year and beyond.

A 2021 study reveals the ways in which new and experienced teachers think about discipline—plus 6 takeaways for managing your classroom effectively this year.

When elementary students act out, one thing they need is time to reflect on the roots of their actions—and how they might respond differently next time.

There’s a lot of talk about learning loss, but teachers can guide students to reflect on all the ways they’ve grown during the pandemic.

When students learn about each other’s identities, it helps them understand their own biases and prejudices, as well as build a space of respect and tolerance for all.

Play can help the youngest students transition to in-person learning and develop skills they need for the future.

The best closing activities use social and emotional practices to reinforce the day’s lessons, so students leave feeling confident—and competent—on their learning journey.

Rather than settling disagreements and conflicts for students, aiding them in resolving their own problems can bolster a foundation of crucial conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.

A few phrases middle and high school teachers can use to cultivate conversation while celebrating student achievements.

After a year of chronic unpredictability, both students and teachers will benefit from focusing on relationships and the daily rhythms of school.

To motivate students and teachers alike, we need to deepen the work of schools and give everyone the time and space to work toward greatness, says the noted educator.