Social/emotional wellbeing

The social and emotional wellbeing of students can strongly impact learning outcomes. Many diverse learners can find social activities challenging. These social and emotional wellbeing practices focus on social skill development, regulating emotions, and coping strategies for an overwhelmed state.

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Harness learner interests (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
  • be more engaged
  • be motivated to learn and participate
  • increase learning opportunities
Young girl choosing a book to read
Embed opportunities for choice making (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
  • make decisions
  • build independence
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Provide feedback on learning & behaviour (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
  • stay motivated
  • remain on-task for longer
  • feel valued
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Teach social problem solving (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
  • solve social problems
  • become independent
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Provide a safe calm space for students
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
  • learn self-regulation
  • reduce behavioural dysregulation
Female student with Laptop
Harnessing student interests (Secondary)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Secondary
Helps students to
  • be more engaged
  • focus across topics
Two children playing connect 4 together
Teach social problem solving
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
  • solve social problems
  • become independent
Teacher and young students working
Model positive interactions
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
  • build social-awareness
  • interact with others
Embed opportunities for choice making
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
  • make decisions
  • build independence