CASEL

Social and Emotional Learning: A Key to Developing the Next Generation of Leaders

Retrieved on: 
Monday, September 20, 2021

Social and emotional learning (SEL) develops the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that help youth achieve their goals and contribute to their communities, according to the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).

Key Points: 
  • Social and emotional learning (SEL) develops the skills, knowledge, and attitudes that help youth achieve their goals and contribute to their communities, according to the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL).
  • Social and emotional skills like communicating clearly, taking initiative, problem-solving and interpersonal skills are essential tools for youth in their careers, communities, or civic life.
  • CASEL and The Allstate Foundation know parents and caregivers play an essential role in teaching and modeling SEL to nurture the next generation of leaders.
  • This campaign is part of a larger partnership between CASEL and The Allstate Foundation to broaden awareness and understanding of social and emotional learning.

New National Research Shows Most U.S. Students Feel Unprepared Without Social and Emotional Skills

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, November 29, 2018

The report highlights that many students believe they haven't been prepared with the SEL skills for success beyond high school.

Key Points: 
  • The report highlights that many students believe they haven't been prepared with the SEL skills for success beyond high school.
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    The research also finds vulnerable students feel especially impacted by social and emotional problems in school.
  • In addition, the National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development, which both Shriver and Bridgeland are part of, will release a report in early 2019 to support educators in developing students' social and emotional skills.
  • Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is the nation's leading organization advancing and promoting integrated Pre-K to 12 academic, social, and emotional learning for all students.