Education is consistently evolving, and teaching skills to prepare students for the next phase of life is not a new concept. But the days of teachers and educators believing that the only way to educate was to lecture, ask students questions and send them away with homework assignments is a thing of the past. There is extensive, documented research, that shows K-12 students benefit from a school experience that includes a social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum.
Understanding Basic Learning Strategies
In general, there are several key ways that people learn best. Some students excel with auditory learning, which means they excel with lectures and learning through the spoken word. Others have a strong affinity for learning through memorization skills, meaning they learn by repetitively studying information. Another way students learn is through visuals. These students can excel through the use of visual aids such as watching instructional videos or seen demonstrations. All of these approaches are effective depending on the student.
Comprehensive Learning for Students
No matter what approach is used to provide students a well-rounded education, one of the most important elements is social-emotional learning, also known as SEL education. This theory of education doesn’t replace or impede on any learning style. It adds a critical learning approach that addresses the emotional well-being of each student. SEL education is designed to enhance, enrich and support each student as an individual. It celebrates each child’s abilities and gifts and helps them understand their individual strengths and challenges. SEL education also helps students become better equipped to solve problems, both in and out of the classroom. And it teaches such important study skills and habits as time management, organization and planning, which are valuable far beyond the K-12 years.
If you are interested in learning more about how SEL education can benefit your school curriculum, EmpowerU is a highly personalized, SEL Tier 1 and Tier 2 data-driven program. It offers educators curriculum and intervention solutions that will better equip students to be resilient, self-directed learners.
