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.
Teach self-regulation (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
- regulate their feelings
- regulate their behaviour
- feel safe, confident and included
Teach self-regulation
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
- regulate their feelings
- regulate their behaviour
Provide feedback on learning & behaviour
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
- stay motivated
- remain on-task for longer
- feel valued
Model emotional literacy
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Primary
Helps students to
- identify and respond to emotions
- regulate emotions
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
Provide a safe calm space for students (Secondary)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Secondary
Helps students to
- learn self-regulation
- reduce behavioural dysregulation
Embed opportunities for choice making (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
- make decisions
- build independence
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
Support friendship skills (Early Childhood)
TEACHING PRACTICE
For student years
Early Childhood
Helps students to
- interact with peers
- participate in activities