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Using Social-Emotional Learning To Help Behavioral Problems, Hannah Taylor Byrd
Using Social-Emotional Learning To Help Behavioral Problems, Hannah Taylor Byrd
Capstone Projects and Master's Theses
This Capstone Project focused on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) to help manage behavioral problems that students may face. A class of 25 fourth-grade students attending a public K-5 school participated in this Capstone Project. SEL teachings were condensed into a four-week lesson plan which focused on various skills, catered to help this class’ specific deficits. To match the students’ needs, the lessons were designed to promote positive participation and raise self-esteem so students feel comfortable sharing out during discussions. The students learned what perseverance and encouragement meant to them and participated in activities relating to these skills. By the end of …