Using Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in Language Classes and it's Importance in the Post-COVID World.
The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly affected students' emotional and psychological longterm well-being, making social-emotional learning (SEL) more relevant than ever in language classrooms. While SEL has always played a role in education, its importance has grown in the wake of the lockdowns, which left many students feeling isolated, anxious, and disconnected with many psychologists stating that for many young learners, the effects could be perminant if appropriate steps are not taken. In language learning—where communication, collaboration, and confidence are essential—integrating SEL can help students develop not only linguistic skills but also emotional resilience and interpersonal competencies and prevent these effects becoming perminant. Understanding SEL in Language Learning Social-emotional learning focuses on developing students' self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. These skills are essential in any c...