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Social and Emotional Learning
What is Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)?
“The process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge,
attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive
goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and
make responsible decisions.”
-The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
CASEL’s framework classifies SEL competencies into five areas:
1. Self-awareness
2. Social awareness
3. Responsible decision-making
4. Self-management
5. Relationship skills
*Click this link for more info: SEL Competencies
How After School Programs Can Support SEL
Many afterschool and summer learning programs:
Have broad learning objectives for youth that include social, emotional, and character
development
Are a unique setting where youth can connect to positive adult mentors, feel safe to try
new things, and have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop mastery in an
area.
Have more flexibility than schools to focus on the development of these critical skills
Want to Learn More?
Click the links below to learn more about SEL and why it is important.
Afterschool Alliance Early Social Emotional Learning
SEL Fact Sheet Challenging Behaviors
The Role of After School in SEL
SEL Resources
After School Programs Supporting SEL
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