WHAT IS SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING? Social-emotional learning (SEL) is the process by which we develop vital competencies, including self-awareness, self-control, and interpersonal skills, that help us to meaningfully interact with others, hence contribution to our personal and professional success. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? Being an active global citizens require us to positively engage with a diverse group of stakeholders. Therefore, it is important for us to learn and teach how to critically process our own thoughts, actions and responses as we navigate multiple perspectives emerging from deeply rooted tradition and beliefs. THE ROLE OF THE EDUCATOR Research shows that SEL is an instructional best practice. Its most effective when embedded in lessons across content areas, and just not through a stand-alone program. MORE ON HOW SEL CAN EMPOWER YOU, YOUR STUDENTS AND YOUR STAFF Contact me via www.linkedin.com/in/dr-tilottama-bose-8457366