Robert Van Vorst (EDUC 815 - summer 2019) by ROBERT VAN VORST https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb The Impact of Systemic Social-Emotional Learning Instruction on the Climate of Elementary Schools en-us 2019-07-21 17:10:32 UTC 2025-10-23 12:38:25 UTC hello@padlet.com robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/371798878 1. Does the implementation of systematic social-emotional learning opportunities have a 
positive impact on school climate for elementary staff and students?

2. Does the implementation of systematic social-
emotional learning opportunities provide more equitable learning environments for elementary age students?

3. Does the implementation of systematic social-emotional learning opportunities improve 
academic engagement and performance for elementary age students?

4. What role does school leadership play in the development of
systematic social-emotional 
learning opportunities?

5. How can systematic social
-emotional learning instruction prepare students to be college 
and career ready?
]]> 2019-07-21 17:20:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/371798878 Why Social and Emotional Learning is Essential for All Students robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/371799011 2019-07-21 17:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/371799011 Overview robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/371799234 2019-07-21 17:31:47 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/371799234 About the Researcher robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375192650 * Elementary Assistant Principal
* Former special education teacher
* Behavior Specialist
* Husband and father of two :)
]]> 2019-08-17 20:46:57 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375192650 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200387 As educational institutions take a systematic approach toward teaching the whole child through social emotional learning, questions regarding the goals of social emotional learning and its impact are often brought forth by stakeholders.  Currently, CASEL and American Institutes for Research (AIR) have provided states with steps to write policies and guidelines to support social emotional learning.  As social emotional learning frameworks and standards are adopted by states and school districts, it is important for all stakeholders to understand the potential impacts on school climate. ]]> 2019-08-17 23:20:37 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200387 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200516 Given the importance of educating the whole child, school districts look toward systematic social emotional learning instruction to provide students with the skills associated with positive academic and life outcomes.  Systematic programming changes in schools are large undertakings which take time, money, and effort.  This requires school entities and educational leaders to look for reliable evidence to support the use of social emotional learning programs to help students grow towards becoming responsible citizens. ]]> 2019-08-17 23:23:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200516 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200716 The purpose of the research is to summarize the prevailing research related to social emotional learning in K-12 education. The specific focus of the literature review is on the impact of systematic social emotional learning on the school climate of elementary schools. Further, the literature identifies how social emotional learning can promote equitable learning environments. As a part of the research, this literature review supports social emotional learning’s ability to promote positive outcomes for students in K-12 education settings and in becoming college and career ready. 

]]> 2019-08-17 23:27:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200716 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200762 Core SEL Competencies as defined by the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL)]]> 2019-08-17 23:28:34 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200762 Social Emotional Learning robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200832 Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. Systemic SEL is promoted across multiple contexts every day. SEL is more than just a program or lesson. It is about how teaching and learning happens, as well as what you teach and where you learn.]]> 2019-08-17 23:30:37 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200832 Prosocial Behaviors robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200918 Prosocial behaviors are those intended to help other people. Prosocial behavior is characterized by a concern for the rights, feelings, and welfare of other people. Behaviors that can be described as prosocial include feeling empathy and concern for others and behaving in ways to help or benefit other people.]]> 2019-08-17 23:33:04 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200918 Employability Skills robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200992 Employability skills are a set of skills and behaviors that are necessary for every job. Employability skills are sometimes called soft skills, foundational skills, work-readiness skills, or job-readiness skills.
Employability skills allow you to:
  • communicate with coworkers
  • solve problems
  • understand your role within the team
  • make responsible choices, and
  • take charge of your own career 
]]> 2019-08-17 23:34:29 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375200992 Academic Achievement robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375201758 Academic achievement represents performance outcomes that indicate the extent to which a person has accomplished specific goals that were the focus of activities in instructional environments, specifically in school, college, and university. School systems mostly define cognitive goals that either apply across multiple subject areas (e.g., critical thinking) or include the acquisition of knowledge and understanding in a specific intellectual domain (e.g., numeracy, literacy, science, history).]]> 2019-08-17 23:53:44 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375201758 Equity in Education robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375202053  I will be focusing on equity related topics such as:
1) The importance of bringing SEL to marginalized students
2) How SEL can be a buffer for students whose backgrounds include adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
3) How SEL helps provide equitable learning environments for all students regardless of socio-econimic factors, etc.]]> 2019-08-18 00:00:16 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375202053 SEL and Adults robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375202382 I will focus on the importance of SEL for adults and its impact on school climate]]> 2019-08-18 00:09:18 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375202382 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375203664 2019-08-18 00:39:47 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375203664 School Climate robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375203743 The feelings and attitudes that are elicited by a school’s environment are referred to as school climate. Although it is difficult to provide a concise definition for school climate, most researchers agree that it is a multidimensional construct that includes physical, social, and academic dimensions. ]]> 2019-08-18 00:41:22 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375203743 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375203854 There are gaps in the research on the SEL development of adults and the impact on student outcomes and school climate. I will continue to research this since it a major consideration for most educational programs.]]> 2019-08-18 00:44:05 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375203854 robert_vanvorst https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375204680 2019-08-18 01:00:35 UTC https://padlet.com/robert_vanvorst/1p0aghgvhxb/wish/375204680