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Impact of SEL on Academics

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CASEL

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) has been a leader in SEL research and policy for the field. In this short piece, they share some key findings from researchers over the past 20 years about the link between SEL and academics.

Core Principles: 

Classroom Community,
SEL and Academics

Topics: 

Relationships,
Research,
SEL

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