The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) defined SEL more than two decades ago. Today, we collaborate with leading experts and support districts, schools, and states nationwide to drive research, guide practice, and inform policy.
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CollaborationThrough research, practice, and policy, we collaborate with thought leaders to equip educators and policymakers with the knowledge and resources to advance social and emotional learning in equitable learning environments so all students can thrive.
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Play: Time Is NowSEL is how children and adults learn to understand and manage emotions, set goals, show empathy for others, establish positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.
New Issue of UNESCO Magazine Focuses on SEL
UNESCO has published an online magazine devoted entirely to SEL. Experts from throughout the world contributed. Articles focus on such diverse aspects of SEL as the science of learning, systemic SEL, and SEL in a several different countries.
Download the magazineLooking for support? Browse our resources created in collaboration with expert practitioners and scholars
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Resources from districts where SEL programs, practices, and policies are working.
