Edutopia and social emotional learning
Edutopia tackles the challenges of social emotional learning by providing several videos on a variety of topics that are beneficial to educators, parents, and organizations who provide learning opportunities for learners. In this video series, they explore how educators can guide all students, regardless of their developmental starting points, to become productive and engaged learners. Below are just a few – you can find many more on the section of the Edutopia website called How Learning Happens.
- Arts Integration – Celebrating Cultural Identify Through the Arts When afterschool program Ballet Folklorico teaches kids traditional Mexican dance, they build not only social and emotional skills, but also community.
- School Climate – The Power of Relationships in Schools Research shows that students who feel safe and supported by adults at school are better able to learn.
- Social and Emotional Learning – Cultivating Trust with One-on-One Time For many struggling students, consistently spending informal time with a trusted educator supports emotional well-being and academic growth.
- Communication Skills – Scaffolding Discussion Skills with a Socratic Circle Students deepen their understanding and build a sense of community by engaging with their peers’ reasoned arguments
- Social and Emotional Learning – Getting Ready to Learn with Mindfulness Research shows that taking some time each day to practice mindfulness as a class helps students prepare themselves for learning.
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