Collaborative academic, social and emotional learning (CASEL) for children and young people

Abstract

The authors of this chapter will focus on solutions promoting personalization, socio-emotional intelligence, and universal prototypes, which teachers can easily apply in schools and other socio-educational institutions. We aim to make prototypes accessible to all, especially those experiencing particular social exclusion, children at social risk, NEET youth, or specific ethnic groups (e.g., the Roma). The CASEL platform enriches social and emotional learning as “the process by which students and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed to develop positive behaviors, understand and manage emotions, feel and empathize with others, and establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.” This process includes competencies that encompass the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that affect students’ quality of communication with students and their ability to adapt to and navigate the complexities of everyday life.