Social and emotional learning (SEL) has become a critical component of modern education, as research has shown that a student’s emotional well-being and social skills are just as important as their academic performance Incorporating SEL into schools can not only improve students’ mental health, but also positively impact their academic success and overall well-being.
SEL refers to 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 social and emotional learning in schools.