Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) for Teachers: Building Stronger Classrooms

Good teaching goes beyond grades and lesson plans. Students learn better when they feel safe, understood, and valued. This course gives teachers simple, practical tools to support students' emotions and social skills in everyday classroom life - from how they handle stress to how they treat each other. Small shifts in how you teach can make a big difference in how students show up and engage.

You'll learn how to handle conflict, build trust with your students, and create a classroom where everyone feels they belong. The course also looks at your well-being as a teacher - because you can't pour from an empty cup. By the end, you'll have clear, ready-to-use strategies that make your classroom a calmer, kinder, and more productive place for both you and your students.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Apply SEL in the Classroom — Use core SEL strategies to support students' emotional growth and create a positive space where learning can thrive.
Communicate with Empathy — Interact with students, colleagues, and parents in a clearer, more understanding, and more respectful way.
Handle Conflict Effectively — Guide students through disagreements in a calm and fair way, helping them build better relationships with each other.
Take Care of Themselves — Recognise when stress is building up and use simple, practical habits to protect their own emotional health.
Build Trust with Students — Develop genuine connections with students so they feel safe, heard, and supported in the classroom.
Help Students Grow Beyond Academics — Give students basic life skills — like resilience, empathy, and self-awareness — that will serve them well inside and outside school.

Lessons will take place from Monday to Friday in the morning hours.

Day 1 - Monday: Introduction to SEL and Its Impact on Classrooms

Welcome and Course Overview

School presentations

Understanding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL): Explore what SEL is and why it's vital for students' well-being.

The importance of emotions in education and its impact on the classroom.

Real-life success stories of schools implementing SEL.

Day 2 - Tuesday: Fostering Self-Awareness and Self-Regulation in Students

Understanding self-awareness: Learn how to recognize emotions and teach students to do the same, drawing from the work of psychologists like Daniel Goleman.

Self-regulation techniques: Discover methods for helping students manage their emotions effectively, influenced by the theories of self-regulation.

Practical activities: Implement exercises that promote self-awareness and self-regulation in your students.

Sharing experiences: Discuss challenges and success stories from your classrooms

Day 3 - Wednesday: Building Empathy and Effective Communication

The power of empathy in the classroom: Develop strategies to teach students to understand and connect with others, informed by the work of theorists like Howard Gardner.

Effective communication skills for students: Learn how to foster listening and expressing thoughts and emotions, rooted in theories of effective communication.

Practical classroom activities: Implement exercises that enhance empathy and communication among students.

Day 4 - Thursday: Conflict Resolution and Positive Classroom Management

Conflict resolution strategies for students: Teach practical ways for students to resolve conflicts peacefully, drawing from conflict resolution theories.

Classroom management for a positive learning environment: Discover techniques to create a classroom that supports SEL, based on classroom management theories.

Role-playing and real-life scenarios: Engage in hands-on activities to experience conflict resolution and classroom management strategies.

Day 5 - Friday: Wrapping Up, Reflection, Certificates, and Advanced SEL Content

Advanced SEL practices: Explore additional SEL strategies and tools rooted in theoretical foundations for deeper classroom integration.

Developing your SEL action plan: Create a detailed plan to integrate SEL effectively into your future teaching practice, drawing on theoretical insights.

Reflect on your SEL journey: Consider the knowledge and skills you've acquired and how you plan to apply them in your classroom, integrating theoretical principles.

Certificate of Attendance

Validation of Erasmus+ Mobility Documents

The 5-day course fee per participant is set at 400€, which provides comprehensive coverage for all aspects of the program. This fee includes the following:

Course Materials: Participants will receive all necessary course materials, including handouts, guides, and resources, to support their learning throughout the program.
Administrative Support: Participants will benefit from administrative assistance before, during, and after the course, ensuring a smooth registration process, timely communication, and any necessary follow-up support.
Monitoring and Mentoring: The course fee covers monitoring and mentoring services provided by experienced professionals who will guide participants throughout the program, offering personalized support, feedback, and guidance.
Coffee Breaks: Participants will enjoy refreshments during coffee breaks, fostering networking opportunities and providing a relaxed environment for informal discussions and interactions.
Other Inclusions: The fee also covers any additional services or resources required for the successful implementation of the course, ensuring a comprehensive and fulfilling learning experience.

We strive to ensure that participants receive exceptional value for their investment in the course, with the fee covering a wide range of services and resources that contribute to their professional development and overall satisfaction.