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Ellen D’Amore msT fr OH via NY, NJ & Pa. Proud educator & mom. Coauthor of Creating Connections. Happy 2 b moderating #EduGladiators I’d like to intro my business partner & friend @ErinTobul Big TU 2 @mgrosstaylor to give us the reins
Good morning! I'm Kristen Dolen, Assistant Principal in Liberal, KS! A professional passion of mine is personalized PD and a personal passion I have is anything with sports! Especially KU basketball! #RockChalk#EduGladiators
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John, Headmaster of an international American school in Mexico City. My passion is my family and having my Ss performance and their humanity be equal to their potential. #edugladiators
A1 Social emotional learning is important for Ss to develop skills necessary to show empathy, be self-aware, set goals, work through challenges, understand emotions and be able to process them #SEL#edugladiators
A1: We are working with the whole child; academic, SEL, physical, etc. We can't ignore one area and expect another area to grow. We have to educate the whole child and SEL is just as important as everything else. #EduGladiators
A1b) This from the blog post by @alexstubenbort was my "aha" "Our kids, tattoos and all, should enter our classrooms knowing that they are part of something bigger than themselves and that their participation in the learning ecosystem is vital and valuable." #EduGladiators
A1: SEL is needed because it allows us as teachers, leaders & parents get to the root of student issues. SEL provides a framework to be proactive to needs rather than strictly reactive to behavior. #EduGladiators
A1: We can't take for granted that all students learn these skills at home or out in the world. Plus, these are life skills--ones that will help students find success outside of school #edugladiators
A1: The student is only one part of a child. Although we are responsible for preparing them academically, it is our moral obligation to invest in them as people. #EduGladiators
A1: SEL is needed because Ss come to us as they are. Every S comes to us at a different level of SEL. Education isn't just about teaching content anymore. We have to socially and emotionally prepare them for life outside of school. #EduGladiators
A1: Because it is more important than anything else ? The skills involved are going to be more helpful than how to write an essay, how to perform logarithmic functions or the capital cities around the world. #EduGladiators
A1 Social Emotional learning is needed for students to develop empathy, be mindful of their own emotions and to be to interact successfully with their peers #edugladiators
Sean from Orland Pk IL. Trying to do #CatholicEdChat and #EduGladiators on Tweetdeck while watching a badminton fundraiser tourney at Glenbard East HS.
A1. If you’re not addressing social emotional learning, you’re not educating the whole person. Here’s the big secret about education:
We don’t teach content.
We use content to teach PEOPLE.
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A1: Because students need to be able to navigate extremely complex lives these days. By teaching SEL skills we give Ss the opportunity to succeed in this complex world by teaching them the tools for success, not just at school but at home and in life. #edugladiators
A1. If you’re not addressing social emotional learning, you’re not educating the whole person. Here’s the big secret about education:
We don’t teach content.
We use content to teach PEOPLE.
#EduGladiators
A1 Seeking to justify social-emotional learning? For starters, see: Maslow. Abraham & his proposed hierarchy of needs. https://t.co/AhXwJat8uL#edugladiators
Thank you for the shoutout @cskiles80! Bourdain’s impact on my life as a person and educator is great. His untimely death leaves a void impossible to fill. #EduGladiators
A1: Without SEL, you may as well forget the rest! Our Ss need to have the tools to handle their inner lives before their brains can process anything else. #edugladiators
A1: because our value as human beings is dependent not on the knowledge we have but our ability to use that knowledge to improve our lives and the lives of others. #edugladiators
A1: Due to recent events, I think it’s more important than ever to address the needs of the whole child and form connections with all students. #EduGladiators
A1: Are there not enough tragedies and incidents in the news lately that prove we are not doing a good enough job in the SEL arena? How many more incidents of kids resorting to violence do we need? #EduGladiators Jumping in late
A1. Ss today bring so many issues with them to school. SEL is a tool we need in order to meet the individual needs of our students. We can’t teach until we address the “whole child”. #EduGladiators
Yes! What you are seeing arrive at school has to take into account what might of happened at home before they get there. Whether we like it or not it is not left at the classroom door. #EduGladiators
A1 Social Emotional Learning gives meaning to who is around us, how we respond, and how we move forward. Not just emotions but how we respond to one another. #EduGladiators
A1: Students not only need to learn how to interact with others in a productive way, but also need to learn the skills to manage themselves. Both need to be modeled and taught to help grow students who will be successful both inside and outside school #EduGladiators
I also think we need to have a convo around the ideal SEL success. Feel like it is couched in a certain dynamic that continues to keep the system comfortable as opposed to disrupting and changing it #EduGladiators
By learning how to treat themselves in a kind and appropriate manner they will then be able to treat others in the same manner. We have to delete the negative self talk, from our Ss and ourselves. #EduGladiators
A1: Ts must connect with Ss they can have a better understanding of why things are the way they are. We can’t skip over the social emotional and expect the academics to take priority, they won’t! #EduGladiators
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A2: It begins with a culture of OUR kids, and being a kid detective...learning about kids' history not just academically, but their social history. This helps us connect authentically and build strong relationships. We must KNOW OUR KIDS! #EduGladiators
A2. Lack of commitment usually stems from misinformation or lack there of combined w/rushed implementation. Important to create a systematic framework so all stakeholders including parents & community understand the benefit & their importance of participating. #EduGladiators
A2: Recently adopted SEL, as of last year. More and more the need becomes evident in every class, which opens up dialogue. Is there only one way? Not necessarily, but when you agree to try something new... #EduGladiators
A2: by talking about what “success” looks like when engaging in SEL. Many times it’s one directional. There is an ideal and tends to create “in” and “out” groups. We need to talk about bridging cultures as opposed to linear progression #EduGladiators
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@EduGladiators, @ellendamore, @D4Griffin3, @BrendanFetters, @mgrosstaylor, @PaulONeill1972, @Rdene915, @SaneeBell, @mccoyderek, @cskiles80, @RyanBJackson1, @Maverikedu12
A2 first always model, provide #SEL support for staff so they can live the importanceof being treated as a whole person. This will permeate the culture #edugladiators
A2: Great question. I think as adults we first have to understand the WHY behind teaching SEL. And even self-evaluate where WE'RE at. How's OUR SEL? #EduGladiators
A2. This one is so much easier in a Catholic school environment. Our @OConnellHS mission statement is to offer all students “an education rooted in the life of Christ” that “fosters the pursuit of excellence in the whole person.” Living our mission = SEL. #edugladiators
A2 Like everything in a school these policies need to come form the top. Senior management need to not only support it but demonstrate it too. #EduGladiators
A2.2: you want buy in? Let’s talk about the role of anger in SEL? Most of the time we try to teach anger is “unhealthy” in SEL as opposed to validating anger #EduGladiators
A2: Not always an easy commitment, especially at high school level. At upper level, might be good for PLN discussions to really dig in to discuss how #SEL can improve ALL areas of learning and morale #edugladiators
A2: I feel like most all of us have known this. I believe it comes from having permission to put academics aside for a bit to teach SEL. SEL is vital to classroom management! #EduGladiators
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@EduGladiators, @ellendamore, @D4Griffin3, @BrendanFetters, @mgrosstaylor, @PaulONeill1972, @Rdene915, @SaneeBell, @mccoyderek, @cskiles80, @RyanBJackson1, @Maverikedu12
A2: Like anything, we need to go first and model by creating positive relationships with others ourselves. This builds trust. Always start with the "why." #edugladiators
A2: No program can meet the SEL needs of kids. We can use resources and strategies, but it comes down to knowledge of the student, invest of the adult, and consistency with a strong relationship that focuses on the whole person. #EduGladiators
A2: Provide necessary professional development, resources and support. This isn’t something that can be done in isolation- it has to be a team effort! #EduGladiators
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@EduGladiators, @ellendamore, @D4Griffin3, @BrendanFetters, @mgrosstaylor, @PaulONeill1972, @Rdene915, @SaneeBell, @mccoyderek, @cskiles80, @RyanBJackson1, @Maverikedu12
A2: I feel like most all of us have known this. I believe it comes from having permission to put academics aside for a bit to teach SEL. SEL is vital to classroom management! #EduGladiators
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@EduGladiators, @ellendamore, @D4Griffin3, @BrendanFetters, @mgrosstaylor, @PaulONeill1972, @Rdene915, @SaneeBell, @mccoyderek, @cskiles80, @RyanBJackson1, @Maverikedu12
For some cultures, expressing anger is normal and natural. Generally in others it isn’t. The ones developing curriculum around SEL tend to move away from anger. #EduGladiators
A2 Like many things we teach, Model the behavior!
Our Admin cares about Teacher's social emotional well being and growth & we know it so makes it easy for us to offer that to students:)
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Yes! 👏🏼👏🏼 having happy students is important but a minimum requirement. We should be relentlessly pursuing a culture of acceptance & empathy for all #EduGladiators
I also think we need to have a convo around the ideal SEL success. Feel like it is couched in a certain dynamic that continues to keep the system comfortable as opposed to disrupting and changing it #EduGladiators
A2: As a district there is a big push for SEL in the coming year. I think there’s a feeling among some that it is “one more thing” and is such a shift from the old-school punitive style of discipline they feel wary. I hope educating Ts changes their hearts on SEL. #edugladiators
Agreed, I think that for some Ts, there is the belief that we have to teach content first and then work on other skills, but SEL can be layered in by types of activ in class, providing opps for Ss to interact, greeting Ss, taking an interest #edugladiators
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Hm. I'm all for questioning & testing theories, yet this doesn't sound like a license *not* to make social-emotional learning part of what we prioritize in schools. Ammunition beyond Maslow: https://t.co/Wf09xKOh0o or https://t.co/AD8cnifl6w#edugladiators
A2. 1st we have to show our staff the reasons why we need & the benefits of SEL. Then we have to model to include celebrating successes. Also recruit a core of dedicated believers who will persevere during challenging times. #EduGladiators
A2: Model it with Ts and Ss. Many times adults need help w/SEL too...at least occasionally. Foster building positive relationships and celebrate the little victories. If a kid is able to self-regulate, even for something small, celebrate that...a lot!
A2: If we use empathy, tolerance, acceptance, and kindness as our filter for teaching and learning, SEL is embedded in everything we do in all aspects of the school days. We can also use social media to celebrate it and model it for our families and the community. #EduGladiators
A1: SEL is necessary bc we as educators need to prepare our Ss to be global citizens, and that includes teaching Ss “soft skills” like courage, empathy, and leadership skills. #EduGladiators
A2: #EduGladiators Most educators will see the benefits of SEL learning. They must feel the time will be honored - not having to choose btw SEL & Academic to admin expectations.
A2.2: you want buy in? Let’s talk about the role of anger in SEL? Most of the time we try to teach anger is “unhealthy” in SEL as opposed to validating anger #EduGladiators
Many times we assume Ss know how to interact with one another, but there are adults who still struggle with this. We need to set Ss up for success by providing opportunities to do this. #EduGladiators
A1: Ts must connect with Ss they can have a better understanding of why things are the way they are. We can’t skip over the social emotional and expect the academics to take priority, they won’t! #EduGladiators
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@EduGladiators, @ellendamore, @D4Griffin3, @BrendanFetters, @mgrosstaylor, @PaulONeill1972, @Rdene915, @SaneeBell, @mccoyderek, @cskiles80, @RyanBJackson1, @Maverikedu12
A2.5 I think it's hard to ignore the potential opportunities for learning, or at least in my opinion. I think we have to seize these moments, even during tough times. To help our students see, say, and give them tools to help. #EduGladiators
A2 I think the whole building needs to see SEL as necessary to teach effectively. Growth Mindset and SEL go hand in hand are both necessary to develop perseverance #edugladiators
Thanks! It is highly effective! We learn some amazing things, and some heartbreaking things. All are pieces to a puzzle that helps us see the whole child. #EduGladiators
Educating Ts on the WHY is so important. Not just "What is SEL?" - that will only make it 'one more thing'. More importantly teach them "Why SEL is so important to our Ss success & their well being." #EduGladiators
Understandable, there are always new initiatives and programs, but #SEL is something that can be addressed easily in diff activities, lots of resources available through CASEL and also programs like @Peekapak#edugladiators
Every study out there seems to point to soft skills being a huge need for career success, relationship building, and General happiness. What bigger goals are there than these? #EduGladiators
A2. Lack of commitment usually stems from misinformation or lack there of combined w/rushed implementation. Important to create a systematic framework so all stakeholders including parents & community understand the benefit & their importance of participating. #EduGladiators
A2: commitment to SEL analogy of going to the Dr. You want the Dr to treat the whole you, know what is currently happening, past, and how to support the future. Same aspect with SEL and teaching - we can only move forward with teaching the whole child. #EduGladiators
A3 For me as a classroom teacher my goal each year is that everyone of my students know I care about them as a person. All 120+ of them:)
#edugladiators#wholechild
Definitely, I have been more of a kid detective the past 2 years, tremendous benefits for my teaching and for the classroom envt I provide #edugladiators
A2 Develop a culture that makes it a priority by example. Understand why it’s important and be specific. Use everyday situations as teaching moments and don’t ignore what’s happening in front of you. #EduGladiators
Love the graphic. Key take away from this response is the rushed implementation. Can we take the time necessary to see something so important all they way through?! #EduGladiators
A3: At the middle school level where I teach, building empathy is huge. I think it's one of the most important skills SEL or otherwise students can learn. Period. #edugladiators
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A3: I think it depends on the grade level. I came across these awesome (FREE) lesson plans/units that are targeted by grade on different SEL objectives #EduGladiatorshttps://t.co/IPLl8CoPzy
A3: SEL can't be canned from a program with a word of the month, or doing the right thing. Teaching come when situations occur and timing is perfect for a teaching opportunity. These moments are often masked by being seen as misbehavior and tied to punishment. #EduGladiators
In our current society? Building resilience navigating around dealing with people’s anger would seem to be a good place to equip our Ss. Let’s start with validation. #edugladiators
A2 Develop a culture that makes it a priority by example. Understand why it’s important and be specific. Use everyday situations as teaching moments and don’t ignore what’s happening in front of you. #EduGladiators
And having opportunities to learn about the diff cultures can promote more cultural awareness and understanding, these are areas that we need to focus on when building our classroom culture #edugladiators
A3. Check in regularly to see that students feel safe, supported, & comfortable in the work that they’re being asked to do. It’s not mollycoddling. It’s basic human decency. You’d expect the same courtesy from an airline flight attendant you’ve literally just met. #edugladiators
A2: To get everyone on board, teachers need a PD or a learning session on what SEL is. And teachers need to feel like their well-being is cared for, before we can pass on that knowledge to students. It needs to be a school wide initiative of caring for each other. #EduGladiators
A2: I think having the solid why and how it will have positive outcomes if all are practicing. Staff also has to model with each other, so that the students can see the uses of it in their future. #EduGladiators
A3 In my behavior unit, creating a sense of empathy, responsibility, caring sense, and self reflection to empower and move forward to meet the whole needs of each student. #EduGladiators
WHY has become my favorite question word, it is a constant question of my purpose as an educator and behind my decisions of activities, tools, anything in the classroom #edugladiators
A3: Developing empathy, self-identification and regulation of emotions, coping skills, proper responses to emotional stress, positive interactions with others, ability to accept feedback, ability to express emotions in a healthy manner, communicate effectively...#EduGladiators
Absolutely. I suggest reading articles and research by experts. It helps develop the right mindset for the whole child. A program with preset lessons won't shift a mindset. #EduGladiators
A2 We had a kinder teacher who started a problem solving table. S’s sat face to face under her guidance and worked through things. Not dealing with things you see creates a culture you don’t want. #EduGladiators
A3.5 In my own view, I think being a listener is huge. I may not understand. I may not agree. But I can listen. I can develop empathy. I can be open to others. #edugladiators
We always have to be mindful that the Ss are watching us, hearing us when we don't even realize, so our words and actions can have a huge impact, whether positive or negative, listen to Ss #letthemspeak#edugladiators
A3: Here's one I don't teach and need to start: MINDFULNESS. Maybe b/c I'm still a novice at it. But teaching kids how to handle stress, how to take life slower, how to be present in the moment #EduGladiators
A3 Self-awareness, followed by self-regulation: How is what I'm saying, doing, thinking, feeling moving me closer to or farther from what I hope to achieve? Empathy's here, too: How do my words, actions, thoughts, feelings affect others? #edugladiators
A1: Social Emotional Learning is important because we aren’t simply preparing students to solve algebraic equations or to analyze arguments. We are also preparing students to be compassionate, empathetic, & successful contributors to the world. #EduGladiators#edchat#SEL
A3: I think it depends on the grade level. I came across these awesome (FREE) lesson plans/units that are targeted by grade on different SEL objectives #EduGladiatorshttps://t.co/IPLl8CoPzy
So important to have those check-ins with Ss each day, be observant, greet at the door, so we know what is going on in their lives, how we can support them, and provide the best learning experience for them #edugladiators
At my last school, a #pbl school, we asked Ss to regularly address 3 questions. What, So What and Now What...? Another way to get at the why... #edugladiators
A3. 1. View Ss as individuals with unique needs. 2. Teach Ss to understand& regulate their own emotions to include understanding the emotions of others. 3. Teach Ss to read & respond appropriately to others social ques. #edugladiators
A2 IMHO you must form relationships first. You can only move forward at the speed of trust. Your community must believe in (not buy in) to the good. #edugladiators
A4: SEL happens best when excuses are placed aside and we focus on the strengths of individuals...as well as the class as a community of leaders. #EduGladiators
A4: I am a fan of spontaneous creativity in the classroom. I use moments every chance I get. When we talk about the #quoteoftheday it's an opportunity for students to voice opinions. They are encouraged to do so, despite what they feel. I model listening... #EduGladiators
At my last school, a #pbl school, we asked Ss to regularly address 3 questions. What, So What and Now What...? Another way to get at the why... #edugladiators
A4: We use the responsive classroom model. It is a weekly morning meeting at the secondary level, and every day at the elementary level. There's explicit SEL skills taught, and we use a combination of rubrics and self reflections to assess. #edugladiators
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A3: Developing empathy, self-identification and regulation of emotions, coping skills, proper responses to emotional stress, positive interactions with others, ability to accept feedback, ability to express emotions in a healthy manner, communicate effectively...#EduGladiators
A4.5: I also model reflecting on their words and respectfully disagreeing..I show students how to engage as well, but the "yes and" principle, adding to the conversation..every day is different but I believe it's observable #edugladiators
Q: What ideas are out there in terms of teachers, administrators, and community leaders collaborating to create a culture of caring, competency, and communication on the school level? #edugladiators#teachSC#teacherlife#edchat#leadership
Big shout out to each of you for sharing in The Arena this morning! Thank you @ellendamore for leading us!
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These are essential for student growth and also for being future ready, many of these are the skills students will need in their future learning or work exper, #edugladiators
I tend to agree with you Jace. If we are connecting and making relationships with our Ss then there is half of the SEL issue. Life is hard for many of our Ss and we have them the majority of waking hrs to support their needs, help them develop & grow. #EduGladiators
Agreed! I only found out about it a few weeks ago when @MatthewFarber and I were working on #games4ed chat questions and he introduced it to me. Definitely a resource to tap into for anyone interested in #SEL! #EduGladiators
A4: SEL instruction happens every day, every moment, in the classroom. Does it need to be formally assessed though? We would see the Ss developing as individuals throughout the year, and I think that’s enough. #EduGladiators
A3: #EduGladiators Sense of belonging and safety to take the risks involved in learning (academic or behavior). My classroom, campus and community needs to be their safe place.
Definitely a paradigm shift that comes through lots of conversations. The philosophy of discipline is vital. Is it one of punishment or teaching? When everyone begins to understand that consequences must be natural and logical, the shift begins! #EduGladiators
That is so true, which is why the ones we have “tried” haven’t brought the changes we were seeking. It is challenging to get others to buy into what seems obvious to me. How did you get Ts to believe the articles, videos, etc. weren’t just “new age junk”?
A2: Our growing focus on eradicating bullying and increasing collaboration in education as well as the absolute need to develop compassion in our students (and society) shows that many are ready to #believein SEL curriculum. #EduGladiators#SEL#edchat#tlap#leadLAP
A4 I've used the Class Dojo resources to work on Growth Mindset, Empathy, Perseverance, Mindfulness and being Present with much success. S's became much more self aware and more aware of others emotions #edugladiators
me too, I used to write quotes on the board every day, there are some now, but I have a Student who likes writing quotes and it gives us all something to think about, great idea #edugladiators
Also, when teachers become kid detectives and learn the past and current reality of each kid, empathy becomes their filter. It is magical. #EduGladiators
That is so true, which is why the ones we have “tried” haven’t brought the changes we were seeking. It is challenging to get others to buy into what seems obvious to me. How did you get Ts to believe the articles, videos, etc. weren’t just “new age junk”?
A4: SEL is daily...multiple times a day. It isn’t a one time unit. We have to teach SEL just like we have to teach math and it takes re-teaching, patience, celebrations of accomplishments, relationship building, and practice. Not all kids learn at the same rate. #EduGladiators
Just had a Ss come out to me last week of school after having them for three years:) Poured heart out after 3 years! It remains all about relationships!
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This reminds me of the old school trivium. It's how I teach students to read. Grammar (what's happening), Logic (so what?), and Rhetoric (do you agree, is it true?) #edugladiators
Thanks Rachelle. It started with me facilitating, then student-initiated facilitating to now student-created quotes that line the walls of the classroom. Great means to visibly and audibly reinforce or teach SEL. #EduGladiators
A4. SEL has many forms from role playing, service learning projects, 1 on 1 instruction/counseling. It is individualized. Success can be assessed through asking Ss & parents about positive changes, also through discipline data. #edugladiators
YES, and SEL needs to be intertwined with the academics. When sewing if the bobbin thread breaks the top thread can't connect. In education if SEL is broken then the academic learning doesn't connect either. #EduGladiators
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Shout out to @ellendamore for a great #EduGladiators chat this morning!
And thank you to all contributors for the chance to learn from you! Don't forget to be awesome this weekend!
What a great chat this morning with #edugladiators such an important topic, many resources shared, new ideas, will have to go back through and review #SEL@EduGladiators
Such a great point! There is a time for planned ignoring, as it is a strategy for supporting kids with appropriate behavior, but the key word is "planned"! We cannot ignore, because we are only losing time to teach when we do. #EduGladiators.
I’ve seen teachers turn a blind eye to inappropriate behavior. As an adult, we’re it be a parent or teacher, that’s the worst message you can send and you are sending a strong message through indifference.
YES, and SEL needs to be intertwined with the academics. When sewing if the bobbin thread breaks the top thread can't connect. In education if SEL is broken then the academic learning doesn't connect either. #EduGladiators
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Expect the best in everything.
Remain upbeat.
See solutions in every problem.
Believe in yourself.
Hold on to hope.
No matter what happens to you, a positive attitude comes from within Your circumstances & contentment are unrelated #satchat#edugladiators#leadupchat#leadlap
A4: I think some of the lessons have to be taught in moment. If there is constant challenge have a restorative circle to address the concerns and feelings. We should always be assessing our students and giving feedback. #edugladiators
#EduGladiators We are taxing the fragile minds of our little cupcakes too much. They need more time to relax,& we cannot continue to raise them to be competitive capitalists, it's too hard for them.We need a system that takes care of everyone,& releases children from all stress.
It’s not always above solving a student’s problem or changing things at that moment. It’s showing empathy and respect and planting seeds. Parent or teacher, it’s always been about teaching by example. #edugladiators
A1: SEL is needed because it allows us as teachers, leaders & parents get to the root of student issues. SEL provides a framework to be proactive to needs rather than strictly reactive to behavior. #EduGladiators
Life gives you whatever you expect from it. If you expect bad things, those are what you get. If you expect good things, you often receive them. The happiest people don’t necessary have the best of everything. They just try to make the best of everything. #EduGladiators#leadlap
A1: SEL is needed because it allows us as teachers, leaders & parents get to the root of student issues. SEL provides a framework to be proactive to needs rather than strictly reactive to behavior. #EduGladiators
I love this graphic because it illustrates that there may be numerous root causes to the actual problematic behavior we see in students. It’s extremely important that we build authentic relationships with our students to effectively educate them. #EduGladiators
Yes. There are ways to teach soft skills indirectly too. We don’t have to throw the old ways of teaching just because there are new things that need attention. #edugladiators
It is! It takes lots of conversations with a school team to determine where the greatest social emotional needs are, and common language to use. #EduGladiators
A3: the discovery of solutions from Ss is more critical than the knowledge on a subject we teach them. Our role is to Mill Knowledge into Wisdom. This is a different model than Ts In the generations before us. #EduGladiators
Self reflection is so important in #education and still a skill that many #teachers need support with understanding with data and #teaching practice, it’s all about what’s doing right for students and not blaming yourself. It’s about the next step. #satchat#EduGladiators
