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Social And Emotional Learning In Kindergarten: Evaluation Of The Strong Start Curriculum, Paul Caldarella, Lynnette Christensen, K. Richard Young, Thomas J. Kramer, Ryan H. Shatzer
Social And Emotional Learning In Kindergarten: Evaluation Of The Strong Start Curriculum, Paul Caldarella, Lynnette Christensen, K. Richard Young, Thomas J. Kramer, Ryan H. Shatzer
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Social and Emotional Learning promotes competence by teaching skills: Recognize and manage emotion; Develop care and concern for others; Make responsible decisions; Form positive relationships; Handle challenging situations effectively.
Social And Emotional Learning In The Kindergarten Classroom: Evaluation Of The Strong Start Curriculum, Thomas J. Kramer, Paul Caldarella, Lynnette Christensen, Ryan H. Shatzer
Social And Emotional Learning In The Kindergarten Classroom: Evaluation Of The Strong Start Curriculum, Thomas J. Kramer, Paul Caldarella, Lynnette Christensen, Ryan H. Shatzer
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There has been increasing interest in the promotion of social and emotional learning in schools, and research has shown positive outcomes. However, relatively few studies have been conducted in kindergarten classrooms or considered the feasibility of kindergarten implementation. This study examined the effects of Strong Start on the social and emotional competence of 67 kindergarten students, using a time-series design. Four kindergarten teachers taught the ten Strong Start lessons in their classrooms. Results indicated gains in students' prosocial behaviors and decreases in internalizing behaviors, as rated by teachers and parents. Implementation integrity and teachers' ratings of social validity were high, …