Teacher Social and Emotional Learning: Programs and Contexts

Social and emotional learning, or SEL, student programs have flourished in schools during the last decade. Unfortunately inadequate attention has been paid to teachers’ social and emotional learning. In this course the instructors (Randy Testa and Dan Liston) introduce and examine distinct and established teacher SEL programs, as well as some alternative possibilities. This course is a part of the 5-course Specialization “The Teacher and Social Emotional Learning (SEL)”. Interested in earning

• Describe purposes, practices, and rationales of mindfulness programs for teachers
• Explain goals and methods of Center for Courage and Renewal programs for teachers
• Analyze narrative as a tool to explore complex responses to students and self in teaching