Social and Emotional Learning
Based on a model by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL), New Jersey has identified the following five social and emotional competencies that AOE will is supporting:
1 Self-awareness: The ability to understand one’s own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence behavior across contexts.
2 Self-management: The ability to manage one’s emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations and achieve goals and aspirations.
3 Social awareness: The ability to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and contexts.
4 Relationship skills: The ability to establish and maintain healthy and supportive relationships and effectively navigate settings with diverse individuals and groups.
5 Responsible decision-making: The ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations.