As adults, we may already be well aware of our own strengths and skills when it comes to building and maintaining relationships. However, occasionally “checking in” with this skill set is also important for continued growth. This course will guide you to consider the importance of your current relationships skills set and help you better understand them in your professional community. As an educator, you are already well aware that relationships connect directly to learning.   Read more

In the ever-changing education landscape, educators and students are constantly required to make decisions that impact them and others. In order to analyze situations and solve problems, individuals must make constructive choices about their personal behavior and their social interactions.   During this course, participants will take a journey of self-reflection and growth while exploring the Responsible Decision-Making competency.  Read more

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) has identified five competencies that are crucial to effective social and emotional learning for children and adults. Self-awareness is one of those competencies, and this course will guide educators through personal self-examination. Read more

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) recognizes five core competencies that promote intrapersonal, interpersonal, and cognitive competence.  In this course, you will focus on the self-management competency.  Read more

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) has identified five competencies that are crucial to effective Social and Emotional Learning for children and adults. Social-Awareness is one of those competencies and this course will guide educators through the examination of your personal self.  Read more

Educators must develop and continue to refine their skills in social-emotional learning (SEL). Students need not only knowledge of academic content but also knowledge of themselves and how to interact with others. SEL is not a separate program or discipline but rather is a way of teaching students to lead and connect for both academic success and emotional well-being. This introductory course provides basic information about social-emotional learning practices in the classroom. Its intention is to begin an educator on a path of considering how to include the development of these competencies in their school settings. Read more