Date Approved
4-19-2024
Graduate Degree Type
Project
Degree Name
Education (M.Ed.)
Degree Program
College of Education
First Advisor
Dr. Kathryn Ohle
Second Advisor
Professor Sherie Klee
Academic Year
2023/2024
Abstract
According to research, many students exhibit problematic behavior within the classroom. These problematic behaviors can disrupt the academic school day. Teachers are reporting more instances of anger, anxiety, lack of impulse control, and oppositional defiance in their students (Aksoy, 2020). The rates of suspension and expulsion for children under five are alarmingly high. To help struggling students, teachers need better support and resources. Providing these resources can help students develop appropriate social skills and succeed academically. This project aims to provide teachers with the necessary support required to enhance social-emotional learning in their classrooms. Research has shown that problematic behavior in classrooms, such as aggression, noncompliance, and impulsivity, can significantly disrupt the academic school day. Teachers are reporting an increasing number of students exhibiting these behaviors, which can lead to frustration, anxiety, and burnout. Additionally, suspension and expulsion rates for children under five are alarmingly high, highlighting the need for better resources and support for struggling students. To address this issue, teachers need access to effective interventions and strategies that promote positive social-emotional development. By providing teachers with resources and support, such as training and coaching, students can learn to regulate their emotions, communicate effectively, and build positive relationships with peers and adults. This not only improves their academic outcomes but also their long-term success in life. The goal of this project is to empower teachers by giving them the necessary tools and support to enhance social-emotional learning in their classrooms. This will not only benefit individual students but also create a positive and productive learning environment for all.
ScholarWorks Citation
Logan, Darcy L., "Social-Emotional Learning in Early Childhood" (2024). Culminating Experience Projects. 430.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/gradprojects/430
