CASEL Framework
Moments for MySELf aims to improve social and emotional skills for ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ using evidence-based content. The main building blocks of Moments for MySELf are the five core Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) competencies: ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
CASEL is a trusted source for research-backed information about social and emotional learning (SEL). Its mission is to help make evidence-based SEL an integral part of ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ from preschool through high school.
According to CASEL, SEL interventions that address CASELʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ™s five core competencies increased ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ™ academic performance by 11 percent points, compared to ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ who did not participate in such programs. Students participating in SEL programs also showed improved classroom behavior, increased abilities to manage stress and depression, and better attitudes about themselves, others, and school. CASELʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ™s framework promotes knowledge, skills, and attitudes across five areas of competence and multiple key settings to establish equitable learning environments that progress ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ™ learning and development.Â
CASEL Competencies
Competency 1: Self Awareness
The ability to understand your own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence your behavior across situations. Examples:
- Identifying emotionsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Demonstrating honesty and integrityʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Linking feelings, values, and thoughtsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Experiencing self-efficacyʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Having a growth mindsetʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Developing interests and a sense of purpose
Competency 2: Self-Management
The ability to regulate your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations and to set and work toward goals and aspirations. Examples:
- Managing emotionsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Identifying and using stress management strategiesʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Setting personal and collective goalsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Using planning and organizational skillsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Showing the courage to take initiativeʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Demonstrating personal and collective agencyʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
Competency 3: Social Awareness
The ability to take the perspective of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and situations. Examples:ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Taking others' perspectivesʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹Ê¯ÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Recognizing strengths in othersʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Demonstrating empathy and compassion
- Showing concern for the feelings of others
- Understanding and expressing gratitude
- Appreciating differences
Competency 4: Relationship Skills
The ability to establish and maintain healthy and meaningful relationships with others. Examples:ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Communicating effectivelyʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Developing positive relationshipsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Practicing teamwork and collaborative problem-solving
- Resolving conflicts constructivelyʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Resisting negative social pressureʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Showing leadership in groupsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
Competency 5: Responsible Decision-MakingʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
The ability to make positive choices and take responsibility for positive and negative outcomes across diverse situations. Examples:ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹Ê¯ÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Demonstrating curiosity and open-mindedness
- Identifying solutions for personal and social problemsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Anticipating and evaluating the consequences of oneʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ™s actions
- Recognizing how critical thinking skills are useful both inside and outside of school
- Reflecting on oneʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ™s role to promote personal, family, and community well-being ʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
- Evaluating personal, interpersonal, community, and institutional impactsʯÁñÊÓƵ»ÆÉ«°æ‹
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