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Module 7 - Session 7

LEADING FOR SCHOOLWIDE SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING

Leading to Support Educators Across Learning Environments

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GETTING STARTED

OVERVIEW

Welcome to TALE Academy Module 7: Leading to Support Educators Across Learning Environments!

Goal – The goal of this module is to help school leaders enhance their support for educators as they teach across learning environments (TALE).

Module Content – This module consists of 8 sessions on leading to support educators across learning environments. Each session contains a variety of content and learning activities.

Session Content – You are beginning Module 7 – Session 7: Leading for Schoolwide Social Emotional Learning.

MODULE WORKBOOK

If you have not yet downloaded your personal copy of the TALE Academy Workbook for this module, do so now. See directions below. There is only one workbook for each module which contains activities for all sessions within that module. 

 

Step 1: Create your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook.

Throughout this session, you will complete the session activities and take notes in the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook. You will have many opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills you learn using your digital workbook. When you click on the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook link, you will be prompted to make a copy of the workbook. Once you do so, your notes and your work within your workbook will be visible only to you. Please note that the workbook is fillable using Google Slides. We do not recommend printing a copy due to the length of the workbook.

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Step 2: Get familiar with the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook.

Now that you have your personal copy of the workbook, review pages 1-7 to learn about the workbook’s contents and tips for using the workbook. Don’t forget to add your name to page 1 to personalize your workbook!

 

Step 3: Review “Key Terms” for Session 7 in the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook.

Your last step is to review the key terms for Session 7. For every TALE Academy session, the key terms are listed at the start of each new session in the workbook. You can return to the key terms page(s) of your workbook throughout this session to add your notes.

GUIDING QUESTIONS & LEARNING OBJECTIVES

GUIDING QUESTIONS

  1. How can I make regular implementation of social emotional learning (SEL) a part of the school culture across learning environments?

  2. How can I provide support to ensure that SEL is implemented successfully across learning environments?

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this session, you will be able to do the following:

  1. Connect the New York State Education Department SEL Benchmarks and the CASEL 5 as a framework for the implementation of SEL across learning environments.

  2. Recognize the structures necessary to integrate SEL across learning environments and throughout the school culture.

  3. Identify the tools and resources teachers and families need to implement SEL across learning environments and throughout the school culture. 

  4. Develop a plan that supports regular implementation of SEL across learning environments

ENGAGE: ACTIVATE PRIOR KNOWLEDGE

LEARN FROM OTHERS: 
VOICES FROM THE FIELD

The following video highlights the reflections of New York State school leaders on leading for schoolwide SEL.

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WORKBOOK
ACTIVITY

To activate your prior knowledge on the topic, please complete the following steps:

  • In your copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, complete Activity 7.7.1 – Culture of SEL Reflection.

If you have not already created your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, you can make a copy by clicking here.

EXPLORE: TOPIC OVERVIEW

READ, WATCH, LISTEN

Select from the learning modalities below to explore an overview of the topic for this session. You may read a magazine-style article, watch a video, or listen to a conversational podcast.

 

You need to select only one option: read, watch, or listen.

As you read, watch, or listen, consider pausing and reviewing the key terms for this session in your workbook. You can add your own notes, ideas for application, or definitions of the terms in your own words.

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READ

Dive into our Module 7 – Session 7 READ, a magazine-style overview of the session topic with infographics and links to resources.

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WATCH

Tune into our Module 7 – Session 7 WATCH, a narrated, animated video that provides an overview of the session topic.

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LISTEN

Settle in for our Module 7 – Session 7 LISTEN, a conversational, podcast-style discussion among educators about the session topic.

EXPLORE: CHOICE BOARD

Select one option from the choices offered below to learn more.

You need to select only one of the choices, but you are welcome to explore all the resources!

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How to Implement Social and Emotional Learning at Your School

Synopsis: This article highlights some incremental activities in creating an integrated approach to SEL. 

Format: Article

Time: 10 minutes

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Reunite, Renew, Thrive: SEL Roadmap for Returning to School

Synopsis: This video provides an overview of building transformative SEL environments and competencies for healing and thriving during recovery from the pandemic, economic crisis, and systemic racism. 

Format: Video

Time: 54 minutes

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Ruth Cross and Gail Capps: Social Emotional Learning 

Synopsis: In this episode of Voices from the Field, experts discuss systemic and schoolwide considerations for SEL. 

Format: Podcast

Time: 29 minutes

ESTABLISH: REFLECTION FOR ACTION

WORKBOOK ACTIVITY

  • Return to your copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook and complete Activity 7.7.2 – SEL School Culture Assessment.

  • If you have not already made your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, you can make a copy by clicking here.

EXTEND: DEEPER LEARNING

Extend your learning by engaging in a longer workbook activity and/or accessing additional resources.
This section is designed to help you begin a journey into deeper learning on the topic area.

WORKBOOK ACTIVITY

Return to your copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook and complete Activity 7.7.3 – SEL Learning Walk-Through. If you have not already made your personal copy of the Module 7 TALE Academy Workbook, you can do so by clicking here.

Time: 20 minutes

ADDITIONAL 
RESOURCES

Instructional Practices that Integrate Equity-Centered Social, Emotional, and Academic Learning: Updated Research-to-Practice Brief 

Topic: Ten educator practices that promote social, emotional, and academic development, updated to consider students’ multiple learning environments and to reflect culturally responsive practices, trauma-informed instruction, and the science of learning and development.

Format: Brief

Time: 35 minutes 

 

Resources on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Student and Educator Mental Health

Topic: Resources for educators to manage stress, practice self-care, and build SEL skills with their students 

Format: Resource List

Time: Varies 

WRAP-UP & NEXT STEPS

This session gave you information and resources on leading for schoolwide social emotional learning. In the next session of this module, you’ll explore technology for teaching across learning environments.

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The content of the TALE Academy was produced in whole or in part with funds from Contract C014452 and does not necessarily reflect the position or policy of the New York State Education Department (NYSED), nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by NYSED. In addition, NYSED, its employees, officers, and agencies make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, currency, or suitability of the content herein and disclaim any express or implied warranty as to the same.

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All original TALE Academy materials may be used by educators under the “fair use” rule of copyright law. Fair use is permitted for all original TALE Academy materials without a request of permission. However, full credit must be given to any materials adopted, adapted or used. All TALE Academy website materials provide a full list of citations for this purpose at the conclusion of the “READ” documents.

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