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Learning Is Social & Emotional

In this blog, hosted by the Aspen Institute National Commission on Social, Emotional, and Academic Development, multiple voices shared lessons learned and difficulties encountered for supporting students’ comprehensive learning and development. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: social-emotional learning.

Education Opinion 3 Reasons to Be Optimistic About Social and Emotional Learning
Teachers and educators are united and leading the way on weaving together social, emotional, and academic development.
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 21, 2018
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Education Opinion Elevating Student Voice Beyond the Walkouts (Part 2)
The recent wave of student walkouts has prompted two Virginia school leaders to reflect on how they empower students in their system (part 2).
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 17, 2018
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Education Opinion After Violence, We Can Help Students Cope - And Create Change
Violence and trauma are a routine part of too many children's lives, says Dr. Meria Carstarphen. We have a responsibility to care for and prepare them.
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 15, 2018
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Education Opinion Elevating Student Voice Beyond the Walkouts
The recent wave of student walkouts has prompted two Virginia school leaders to reflect on how they empower students in their system.
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 11, 2018
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4 min read
Education Opinion Why Adults Need Social and Emotional Support, Too
Adults need social and emotional support before they can help their students. Nashville principal Mathew Portell shares tips to build those skills.
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 9, 2018
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Education Opinion Four Lessons From Students and Families About How Learning Happens
Student and family groups recently released Calls to Action on what they want from their schools. Jacqueline Jodl shares the highlights.
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 7, 2018
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Education Opinion 3+1 Reasons to Make Social, Emotional, and Academic Development a Priority
To give students strong academic knowledge, applicable work skills, and a sense of civic responsibility, we have to change our approach.
Ross Wiener, May 3, 2018
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Education Opinion Learning Is Social, Emotional, and Academic
Problem-solving and self-control are among the skills students need to perform better academically. Tim Shriver and Linda Darling-Hammond explain.
Learning Is Social & Emotional Contributor, May 1, 2018
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