Social-Emotional Learning: A Three-Phase Approach

• How can ESL students feel more confident when working in groups?
• What strategies help them overcome isolation and cultural differences?
• How can Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) support collaboration in post-secondary classrooms?

This webinar explores a three-phase Social-Emotional Learning approach designed to support ESL students in group work. Participants will learn how SEL strategies can help students build self-awareness, understand peers, and collaborate more effectively. The session highlights practical classroom activities and tools that promote confidence, accountability, and positive group dynamics.

Key points to be covered:

• Understanding Social-Emotional Learning in ESL contexts.
• A three-phase model for improving group work.
• Strategies to build self-awareness and peer understanding.
• Tools to promote accountability and reduce group conflict.

Webinar Type: Teaching Best Practices

Categories: Classroom Management

Teaching Sectors: Adult ESL (credit), College/University (EAP), Continuing Education/Adult ESL, LINC, OSLT/ELT, TESL trainers

Participant Level: No previous knowledge required

About the Presenter

Dr. Miria Muñoz teaches at Algonquin College and La Cité College in Ottawa. She has a Doctorate in Education (Educational Practice and Innovation) from the University of South Carolina. She specializes in mentoring TESL teachers-in-training and supporting the transition from language teaching theory to effective classroom practice.

Dr. Juliana Freire teaches at the University of Ottawa. She has a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Ottawa and the University of Brasília. She has extensive experience as a teacher, research assistant, and teaching assistant, and her work focuses on curriculum, teacher education, and learning in school contexts.

* Members must be a member of the TESL Ontario group on Tutela.

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