Workshop Title: Developing Social-Emotional Learning in Students

Target Audience: Educators, school counselors, and youth workers

Workshop Objectives:

Understand the importance of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) for student development.

Learn practical strategies to support SEL in the classroom.

Create an SEL-friendly environment that promotes empathy, resilience, and positive

relationships.

Workshop Schedule:

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Welcome and Icebreaker

Participants introduce themselves.

Icebreaker Activity: "Human Bingo" with SEL-related prompts to build connections and
introduce key concepts.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Understanding SEL and Its Benefits

Presentation: Introduction to the 5 Core Competencies of SEL (Self-awareness, Self-

management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, Responsible Decision-Making).

Group Discussion: Why is SEL important in today’s classrooms? Share stories of students who
have benefited from SEL.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Break

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: Practical Strategies for Developing SEL

Demonstration of SEL Techniques:

Mindfulness exercises for self-awareness and stress management.

"Circle Time" to foster relationship skills and open communication.

Hands-On Activity: Participants practice these techniques in pairs or small groups.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM: SEL in Action

Interactive Activity: Create role-play scenarios to practice conflict resolution and empathetic
communication.
Reflection: How do these scenarios relate to real classroom situations?
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Lunch Break

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Designing SEL Activities

Group Work: Design an SEL activity for a specific age group that supports empathy or self-
management.

Sharing and Feedback: Present the activities to the group and gather constructive feedback.

3:00 PM - 3:15 PM: Break

3:15 PM - 4:00 PM: Creating an SEL-Friendly Classroom Environment

Discussion: Practical tips for fostering an inclusive and emotionally supportive classroom.

Activity: Identify barriers to SEL in your own classroom and brainstorm solutions with a partner.

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM: Wrap-Up and Reflection

Reflection Activity: Write down one SEL strategy you plan to implement immediately and share
it with the group.

Q&A Session.

Closing Remarks: Encouragement to start small and be consistent in fostering SEL.

Materials Needed:

Flip charts, markers, and sticky notes.

Handouts with SEL activities and lesson ideas.

Comfortable seating for group work and role-playing.

Follow-Up:

Distribute additional resources and reading materials on SEL.

Encourage participants to join an online group or discussion forum to share successes,

challenges, and new ideas related to SEL.

This workshop aims to give educators practical skills and strategies to help students develop
emotional intelligence, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions—enhancing
both the academic and social atmosphere of their classrooms.
Materials for Workshop on Developing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Students

1. Handouts
Overview of the 5 Core SEL Competencies:

A one-page handout explaining Self-awareness, Self-management, Social Awareness,

Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making.

Benefits of SEL:

A summary of key research findings about the benefits of SEL on students' academic
performance and well-being.

SEL Techniques Guide:

A step-by-step guide on how to conduct mindfulness exercises, conflict resolution role-play, and
"Circle Time" for open communication.

2. Flip Chart and Marker Materials

Flip charts for brainstorming and group work, including:

Headings: "Why SEL Matters," "SEL in Action," "Barriers to SEL," and "Strategies for
Overcoming Barriers."

Markers for participants to contribute during group activities.

3. Sticky Notes

Sticky notes for participants to write individual thoughts and place on the flip charts during
group activities.

Sticky notes can also be used for "Exit Tickets" at the end of the workshop, where participants
write one key takeaway.

4. Worksheets

SEL Activity Worksheet:

A worksheet for designing an SEL activity tailored to specific age groups (e.g., elementary,
middle, high school students).

Role-Play Scenario Cards:

Cards with scenarios involving common student challenges (e.g., a disagreement between
friends, managing anxiety during an exam) for participants to role-play and practice SEL skills.
5. Reflection Journal

Participant Reflection Journal:

A small notebook or template for participants to reflect on how they will apply SEL strategies in
their classrooms.
Prompts include:

"What SEL strategy resonated with you the most today?"

"How can you adapt SEL techniques to suit your students' needs?"

6. Sample Lesson Plans

Integrating SEL into Daily Routines:

Sample lesson plans incorporating SEL into subjects like Math, Language Arts, or Science.

Morning Check-In Routine:

A script and structure for a daily check-in that encourages students to express their feelings
before starting the academic day.

7. Group Activity Materials

Role-Play Props:

Props like name tags or simple items (e.g., hats, toys) to make role-playing activities engaging
and comfortable.

Circle Time Cards:

Cards with prompts such as “What made you happy this week?” and “Share a time you helped
someone.”

8. SEL Resource Guide

A list of additional resources including books, articles, and online materials:

Books: “The Whole-Brain Child” by Daniel J. Siegel, “The SEL Solution” by Jonathan C.
Erwin.
Websites: CASEL (Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning), Greater Good
Science Center.
Videos: TED Talks on emotional intelligence, such as Brené Brown’s “The Power of
Vulnerability.”
9. Presentation Materials
PowerPoint Slides (optional):

Overview slides to visually present key SEL concepts.

SEL Quotes Posters:

Quotes to hang around the room, like: "Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what
counts is best."
10. Evaluation Form

Workshop Feedback Form:

An evaluation form for participants to provide feedback on the workshop and share what they
found most useful.

These materials will ensure that participants not only learn about SEL but also have practical
tools and resources to take back to their classrooms. This hands-on approach will make the
workshop interactive, informative, and directly applicable to their work with students.

Format two (2)

Comprehensive Materials for the SEL Workshop

1. Handouts

These materials will provide participants with information and reference material during and
after the workshop.

Overview of the 5 Core SEL Competencies:

A detailed one-page handout describing each of the five SEL competencies—Self-awareness,

Self-management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, and Responsible Decision-Making.
Each competency includes definitions, key elements, and practical examples of what these look
like in a classroom setting.

Benefits of SEL:

A research-based summary handout highlighting the benefits of SEL for students. It includes
statistics, testimonials, and visual elements such as infographics to make the benefits easily
understandable.
SEL Techniques Guide:

A step-by-step guide on popular SEL techniques such as:

Mindfulness Exercises: Techniques like guided breathing and body scanning with step-by-step
instructions.

Conflict Resolution: Strategies to help students resolve conflicts, including phrases and language
to use.

Circle Time Activities: Guidelines on how to set up a circle discussion, examples of prompts,
and best practices for promoting inclusive discussions.

2. Flip Chart and Marker Materials

Flip charts and markers are key materials that facilitate active participation and group activities.
Flip Charts:

Large sheets used to capture group discussions, brainstorms, and reflections. The headings
include:

"Why SEL Matters" for participants to contribute their thoughts on why SEL is significant.

"SEL in Action" for sharing strategies participants have used or seen.

"Barriers to SEL" and "Strategies for Overcoming Barriers" to help identify obstacles and
brainstorm solutions as a group.

Markers:

Different colors to make brainstorming sessions more visually engaging, allowing participants to
clearly see their contributions.

3. Sticky Notes

Sticky notes are used to promote participation and quick sharing of ideas.

Individual Contributions:

Participants use sticky notes to write down their thoughts during group discussions and place
them on the relevant flip chart. This encourages even those who are less comfortable speaking up
to share their ideas.

Exit Tickets:

At the end of each session or the workshop, participants write one takeaway or action step on a
sticky note as a form of reflection and commitment.

4. Worksheets
Worksheets are designed to help participants actively engage with the workshop content and
practice what they learn.
SEL Activity Worksheet:

A template for designing SEL activities that support the development of SEL competencies in
students of different age groups. Each worksheet includes prompts such as "Identify the SEL
competency you want to develop" and "List the materials and steps required."

Role-Play Scenario Cards:

Cards containing scenarios based on common student situations, such as:

A student feeling anxious before an exam.

Two students in a disagreement over a group project.

A student struggling to express their emotions.

Participants will use these cards for role-playing exercises to practice SEL responses and develop
empathy-building skills.

5. Reflection Journal

Reflection journals are tools for participants to process their learning and plan practical
application.

Participant Reflection Journal:

A small notebook or printable reflection template that includes prompts to guide participants
through thinking about what they learned and how they plan to apply it in their classroom.
Prompts include:

"Which SEL activity do you think would be most effective for your students?"

"Describe a situation in which SEL could make a difference."

"How will you adapt the strategies to meet the diverse needs of your students?"

6. Sample Lesson Plans

Sample lesson plans will demonstrate how SEL can be seamlessly integrated into different
classroom activities.

Integrating SEL into Daily Routines:

Example lesson plans for core subjects like Math, Language Arts, or Science that show how to
incorporate SEL.
For example: A language arts lesson where students read a story and discuss the emotions of
different characters, promoting empathy and social awareness.
Morning Check-In Routine:

A script and sample structure for a daily check-in, where each student has the opportunity to
express how they feel. This could include a "feelings chart" where students place a sticker
representing their emotional state each day.

7. Group Activity Materials

Materials to help facilitate group activities and keep participants engaged.

Role-Play Props:
Simple props like hats, name tags, or other costume elements that participants can use during
role-playing activities. These props help participants step into different roles and feel more
comfortable during role-play.
Circle Time Cards:

Cards with prompts to foster empathy and self-awareness. Examples include:

"Share one thing that made you proud this week."

"Describe a time when you helped someone and how it felt."

8. SEL Resource Guide

A compilation of resources that participants can explore after the workshop to deepen their
understanding and continue developing their SEL skills.

Books:
Titles such as “The Whole-Brain Child” by Daniel J. Siegel for understanding children’s brain
development in relation to emotions, and “The SEL Solution” by Jonathan C. Erwin for practical
SEL activities.
Websites:
Links to useful websites, such as the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional
Learning (CASEL) and the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley, which provide
research articles, tools, and activity ideas.
Videos:
Links to TED Talks, such as Brené Brown’s “The Power of Vulnerability”, that can be used as
training materials for further insight into emotional intelligence.

9. Presentation Materials
These are optional but can be helpful for conveying information visually.
PowerPoint Slides:
Slides to visually support the workshop content, including an overview of SEL competencies,
benefits, and examples of implementation.

SEL Quotes Posters:

Inspirational posters with quotes about the importance of SEL and emotional intelligence. These
can be hung around the workshop space to create an encouraging atmosphere. Examples include:

"Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best."

"Emotions are not problems to be solved; they are signals to be understood."

10. Evaluation Form

Evaluation forms will help gather feedback from participants, which can be used to improve
future workshops.

Workshop Feedback Form:

A form where participants can provide feedback on the content, delivery, and usefulness of the
workshop. This form should include both scaled questions (e.g., "Rate the usefulness of the SEL
activities: 1-5") and open-ended questions (e.g., "What was the most useful part of the
workshop?").

These comprehensive materials will ensure that participants have all the necessary tools to
engage in the workshop, understand SEL deeply, and feel confident in applying SEL practices in
their classrooms. The emphasis on active learning, hands-on activities, and reflection will allow
participants to truly experience and internalize the principles of SEL, making them better
equipped to nurture social-emotional skills in their students.

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