Social and Emotional Learning: A Critical Appraisal / Edition 1

by Neil Humphrey

Overview

'A landmark book for SEL. It provides an even-handed, scholarly appraisal of the latest research. This major contribution will advance SEL science, improve school-based practice, and benefit many students' -Professor Roger Weissberg, University of Illinois at Chicago

This important new book provides the first in-depth, authoritative and balanced examination of the critical issues pervading Social and Emotional Learning (SEL). The book highlights strengths and flaws in SEL theory and research, and sets the agenda for the next generation of inquiry.

The book investigates key topics such as:

- definitions and conceptualization

- origins and influences

- international policy and practice

- assessment and monitoring

- implementation

- outcomes

It will be valuable to researchers, policy-makers, students, teachers, and anyone interested in the role of schools play in promoting children's social and emotional wellbeing.

Neil Humphrey is Professor of Psychology of Education at the University of Manchester

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781446256961
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	05/17/2013
Pages:	167
Product dimensions:	6.70(w) x 9.50(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Neil Humphrey is Professor of Psychology of Education at the University of Manchester.

Table of Contents

Introduction
Overview
Rationale For The Text
What is SEL?
A Taxonomy of SEL
Why Has SEL Become So Popular?
What can Research Tell Us About SEL?
The Importance of Implementation
The Structure of this Book
Notes on Voice, Terminology and Textual Features
What Do We Mean by Social and Emotional Learning?
Overview
The Prevailing Definition of SEL
The Universalist Approach (And Its Potential Problems)
What Is The Nature Of The Skills Imparted Through SEL?
The Broader Discourse - Diversity Or Dilution?
Mapping SEL And Associated Concepts
The Backbone Of SEL
Mental Health And Well-being
How Does SEL Work? An Analysis Of The Logic Model
Direct Links Between SEL And School Outcomes
Indirect Links Between SEL And School Outcomes
Further Reading
Origins and Influences
Overview
The Historical Rools of SEL
Progressive Education
The Interplay Between Emotions And Reason
The Influence Of Social, Emotional And Multiple Intelligences
The Self-esteem Movement
A Youth In Crisis
Evidence For Hope Rather Than Despair
Risk, Protection And Resilience
The Field Of School-based Prevention
The Political and Financial Drivers of SEL
Further Reading
SEL Around the World
Overview
The United States
England
Northern Ireland
Australia
Sweden
Singapore
Convergences And Divergences in SEL Across The World - An Analysis
Further Reading
Assessment
Overview
The Importance Of Assessment
Key Issues In Assessing SEL
A Selected Anthology Of Measures Of Social And Emotional Competence In Children And Young People
Beyond Social And Emotional Competence - What Else Should Be Assessed?
Further Reading
Implementation
Overview
Implementation Matters
Elements Of Implementation
Factors Affecting Implementation
Bringing It All Together - The Implementation Quality Framework
Further Reading
Outcomes of SEL
Overview
What Does The Research Tell Us About The Impact of SEL On Outcomes For Children And Young People?
Key Issues In Interpreting SEL Outcome Research
Interpreting SEL Evaluation Studies With Null Results: A Framework
Further Reading
Conclusion
Overview
Examine The Orthodoxy Of SEL
Future Directions
Final Thoughts
Further Reading
References
Index

Editorial Reviews

'Given the extensive nature of SEL provision, the book is inclusive and wide ranging but also helps the reader to make important distinctions between different theoretical approaches, drivers and the plethora of different types of interventions. This book will be thought provoking for both practitioners and academics, and it provides an extremely useful text for anyone wishing to explore social and emotional learning'

http://youthinmind.info/py/yiminfo/Book Link.py?id=2198 - Youth In Mind

Contrasting opinions and research findings are integral to each chapter, providing a stimulating and refreshing opportunity to reflect upon and re-evaluate social and emotional teaching and learning and associated outcomes. 

Sarah Mander

'A landmark book for SEL. It provides an even-handed, scholarly appraisal of the latest research. This major contribution will advance SEL science, improve school-based practice, and benefit many students' -Professor Roger Weissberg, University of Illinois at Chicago

'A scholarly and refreshing look at this rapidly growing field. Dr. Humphrey charts a clear course to improve research and increase the well-being of children throughout the world'

-Professor Mark T. Greenberg, Penn State University

'An intelligent, thoughtful and in-depth examination of the critical issues surrounding social and emotional learning from one of the leading researchers and thinkers in the field'

-Emeritus Professor Katherine Weare, University of Southampton

'Explains clearly and succinctly why SEL is important, what the research says and does not say about its impact on students, and what the implications are for the future' - Emeritus Professor Joseph A. Durlak, Loyola University of Chicago

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