Most programs assume educators are ready to implement them but teachers must be taught SEL for themselves to effectively teach not just SEL curriculum but all curriculum. As it now stands, school ...

Teachers never get the credit they deserve for their dedication to shaping young minds and preparing them for the future. The School of Education’s Lisa and John McNichol Early Childhood Education Lab ...

Everyone had that favorite teacher; the one who inspired your confidence to succeed or fostered love of a certain subject. For me it was Ms. Pierre, my high school English teacher who embodied ...

A new survey of teachers, principals, and district administrators shows that more than 3 out of 4 educators believe that students should be taught self-management, cooperation, problem-solving, and ...

Social-emotional learning (SEL) has become a primary focus in many school’s strategic plans. Fortunately, there is a long list of literature, articles and research that outline the importance of SEL ...

In the wake of the pandemic, student mental health is a top concern for K-12 leaders, as it should be. But teacher wellness is also at crisis levels, and this has important implications for the ...

People are all different. Our bodies, families, beliefs, abilities, and experiences vary, sometimes making communication difficult. Artwork can often communicate what we do not have the words for ...

In a crowded fourth-grade classroom in Chicago, a new kind of tutor is shaping how children learn about empathy, conflict, and problem-solving. These ...