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Social and Emotional Learning
A Critical Appraisal

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April 2013 | 184 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd
'A landmark book for SEL. It provides an even-handed, scholarly appraisal of the latest research. This major contribution will advance SEL science, improve school-based practice, and benefit many students' -Professor Roger Weissberg, University of Illinois at Chicago

This important new book provides the first in-depth, authoritative and balanced examination of the critical issues pervading Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). The book highlights strengths and flaws in SEL theory and research, and sets the agenda for the next generation of inquiry.

The book investigates key topics such as:

- definitions and conceptualization

- origins and influences

- international policy and practice

- assessment and monitoring

- implementation

- outcomes

It will be valuable to researchers, policy-makers, students, teachers, and anyone interested in the role of schools play in promoting children's social and emotional wellbeing.

Neil Humphrey is Professor of Psychology of Education at the University of Manchester

 
Introduction
Overview

 
Rationale For The Text

 
What is SEL?

 
A Taxonomy of SEL

 
Why Has SEL Become So Popular?

 
What can Research Tell Us About SEL?

 
The Importance of Implementation

 
The Structure of this Book

 
Notes on Voice, Terminology and Textual Features

 
 
What Do We Mean by Social and Emotional Learning?
Overview

 
The Prevailing Definition of SEL

 
The Universalist Approach (And Its Potential Problems)

 
What Is The Nature Of The Skills Imparted Through SEL?

 
The Broader Discourse - Diversity Or Dilution?

 
Mapping SEL And Associated Concepts

 
The Backbone Of SEL

 
Mental Health And Well-being

 
How Does SEL Work? An Analysis Of The Logic Model

 
Direct Links Between SEL And School Outcomes

 
Indirect Links Between SEL And School Outcomes

 
Further Reading

 
 
Origins and Influences
Overview

 
The Historical Rools of SEL

 
Progressive Education

 
The Interplay Between Emotions And Reason

 
The Influence Of Social, Emotional And Multiple Intelligences

 
The Self-esteem Movement

 
A Youth In Crisis

 
Evidence For Hope Rather Than Despair

 
Risk, Protection And Resilience

 
The Field Of School-based Prevention

 
The Political and Financial Drivers of SEL

 
Further Reading

 
 
SEL Around the World
Overview

 
The United States

 
England

 
Northern Ireland

 
Australia

 
Sweden

 
Singapore

 
Convergences And Divergences in SEL Across The World - An Analysis

 
Further Reading

 
 
Assessment
Overview

 
The Importance Of Assessment

 
Key Issues In Assessing SEL

 
A Selected Anthology Of Measures Of Social And Emotional Competence In Children And Young People

 
Beyond Social And Emotional Competence - What Else Should Be Assessed?

 
Further Reading

 
 
Implementation
Overview

 
Implementation Matters

 
Elements Of Implementation

 
Factors Affecting Implementation

 
Bringing It All Together - The Implementation Quality Framework

 
Further Reading

 
 
Outcomes of SEL
Overview

 
What Does The Research Tell Us About The Impact of SEL On Outcomes For Children And Young People?

 
Key Issues In Interpreting SEL Outcome Research

 
Interpreting SEL Evaluation Studies With Null Results: A Framework

 
Further Reading

 
 
Conclusion
Overview

 
Examine The Orthodoxy Of SEL

 
Future Directions

 
Final Thoughts

 
Further Reading

 
 
References
 
Index

'A landmark book for SEL. It provides an even-handed, scholarly appraisal of the latest research. This major contribution will advance SEL science, improve school-based practice, and benefit many students' -Professor Roger Weissberg, University of Illinois at Chicago


'A scholarly and refreshing look at this rapidly growing field. Dr. Humphrey charts a clear course to improve research and increase the well-being of children throughout the world'

-Professor Mark T. Greenberg, Penn State University


'An intelligent, thoughtful and in-depth examination of the critical issues surrounding social and emotional learning from one of the leading researchers and thinkers in the field'

-Emeritus Professor Katherine Weare, University of Southampton


'Explains clearly and succinctly why SEL is important, what the research says and does not say about its impact on students, and what the implications are for the future' - Emeritus Professor Joseph A. Durlak, Loyola University of Chicago


'Given the extensive nature of SEL provision, the book is inclusive and wide ranging but also helps the reader to make important distinctions between different theoretical approaches, drivers and the plethora of different types of interventions. This book will be thought provoking for both practitioners and academics, and it provides an extremely useful text for anyone wishing to explore social and emotional learning'

Youth In Mind
http://youthinmind.info/py/yiminfo/BookLink.py?id=2198

Contrasting opinions and research findings are integral to each chapter, providing a stimulating and refreshing opportunity to reflect upon and re-evaluate social and emotional teaching and learning and associated outcomes. ?????

Sarah Mander, University of Wolverhampton
British Education Studies Association journal

This book is well-written and easy to follow. The book provides a strong balance of perspectives which are supported by detailed research and evidence. I recommend to anyone teaching in the area of education and child development - if school-based practice is required.

Mrs Annabel Latham
School of Education, Aberystwyth University
February 22, 2021

The book provides an in-depth-overiew of latest research on this topic. It also gives ideas on what to focus in the future.

Mrs Julia Zuber
Paedagogik und paedagogische Psychologie , Johannes Kepler University of Linz
September 3, 2015

Essential reading for students writing in the area of SEL

Ms Kathy Evans
School of Education, Univeristy of South Wales
February 23, 2015

This is a really good book, well written and full of excellent information

Mr Phillip Bowen
Northampton Business School, Northampton Univ.
June 30, 2014

Social and emotional learning is an area that is not given enough attention whether teaching or in practice. This book allows a more considered view

Mrs Janet Gargiulo
Health and Social Care, Glyndwr University
June 10, 2014

Excellent text and a topic of increasing interest to teachers

Miss Christine Hibbert
Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, Sheffield Hallam University
April 8, 2014

good introductory book including review of up-to-date research and literature

Ms Andrea Collins
Faculty of Education, University of St Mark & St John
April 2, 2014

Sample Materials & Chapters

Chapter Sample: Introduction


Neil Humphrey

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