SEL stands for Social and Emotional Learning. It's the process through which individuals — both children and adults — acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to:

• Understand and manage emotions
• Set and achieve positive goals
• Feel and show empathy for others
• Establish and maintain positive relationships
• Make responsible decisions

The 5 Core Competencies of SEL

• • list item Self-awareness – Recognizing one's emotions, values, strengths, and limitations.
• list item Self-management – Regulating emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in different situations.
• list item Social awareness – Showing understanding and empathy for others.
• list item Relationship skills – Forming positive relationships, working in teams, and dealing effectively with conflict.
  Responsible decision-making – Making ethical, constructive choices about personal and social behavior.
  ## Why SEL Awareness in our classroom
• Improves academic outcomes
• Reduces behavioral problems
• Enhances mental health
• Builds a foundation for long-term success in life and work

Nice information

@Samuel-Atta-Okoh SEL strategies can significantly boost academic achievement by improving focus, self-regulation, and classroom engagement.

@Samuel-Atta-Okoh SEL helps students understand and manage their emotions, build empathy for others, and navigate social interactions effectively.

SEL is essential because it helps students grow not just academically but as whole, emotionally intelligent individuals. By fostering skills like empathy, self-regulation, and responsible decision-making, SEL creates a positive classroom environment that supports both learning and personal development.

@Samuel-Atta-Okoh
Thanks for sharing this! SEL is so important for helping students manage emotions, build relationships, and make good decisions. It really supports both their learning and overall well-being in the classroom.

@Samuel-Atta-Okoh
Thanks for sharing the great information. Indeed Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) awareness in classrooms ensures a positive environment in which students can acquire vital interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. Through the incorporation of SEL, teachers prepare learners to effectively manage their emotions, achieve healthy relationships, and maximize their academic and personal development.