Intelectual Output 2

This compendium is a compilation of evidence-based and proven components and strategies for enhancing socio-emotional learning (SEL) and executive functioning (EF). It is based on the common cross-cultural criteria, presented in Intellectual Output 1 and developed by the international project team of REFLECT. Following the cross-cultural criteria, a literature review of research, reports, and case studies was made, components and strategies were identified, discussed, and agreed upon by the project partners, and this compendium was compiled.

 

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is defined as “the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions (CASEL, 2013):”. Executive functioning (EF) can be understood as neurocognitive functions involved in planning, attending, monitoring, and regulating emotions, thinking, and behavior. In the REFLECT project we also acknowledge self-regulation (SR) as an overlapping concept between SEL and EF.