Social & Emotional Learning in the Classroom: Integrating SEL into Lesson Plans & Curriculum K-12
Trainer: Engy Hammam
Duration: 15 Hours
Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Define Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and its core competencies.
2. Understand the importance and impact of SEL on students’ academic success and wellbeing.
3. Identify and apply strategies to foster self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making in the classroom.
4. Analyze existing lesson plans and curriculum through an SEL lens.
5. Design and implement SEL-integrated lesson plans across subjects and grade levels.
6. Create a supportive classroom environment that promotes emotional intelligence and inclusion.
7. Monitor and assess the development of students’ SEL skills.
Outline
Session 1: Introduction to Social & Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Understand what SEL is and why it matters.
• Explore the five core SEL competencies (CASEL framework).
• Examine research and case studies on SEL effectiveness.
Session 2: Deep Dive into SEL Competencies
• Explore each SEL competency in depth.
• Connect competencies to developmental stages (K–12).
• Identify classroom practices that support each skill.
Session 3: Integrating SEL into Curriculum & Lesson Planning
• Understand how to weave SEL into academic content.
• Analyze existing lesson plans for SEL integration potential.
• Practice designing SEL-infused activities.
Session 4: Creating a Supportive SEL Environment
• Design classroom norms and routines that promote SEL.
• Practice trauma-informed and culturally responsive SEL practices.
• Address challenges and barriers to implementing SEL.
Session 5: Assessment, Reflection & Action Planning
• Learn how to assess SEL growth and reflect on teacher impact.
• Build long-term SEL integration plans.
• Share best practices and receive peer feedback.