About the webinar
According to the Casel framework (Casel,2000), the best starting point in understanding Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is the Casel wheel. This wheel depicts the interconnectivity that exists between learning environment, self-awareness and the community. It is the correlation of all afore-mentioned stakeholders that emphasizes the link between inclusion as part of social emotional learning in the language classroom.
The workshop has three parts. First, it introduces SEL and its importance in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL), focusing on its positive effects on student well-being, academic performance, and language learning. Next, it discusses understanding diverse student needs, creating an inclusive classroom, and handling social-emotional challenges. Finally, Elsie shares practical tips for integrating SEL into lesson plans with interactive activities. The session ends with a Q&A.
About the speaker
Elsie Enanga is an experienced EFL educator based in Yaoundé, Cameroon. With a deep passion for her profession, Elsie continually seeks out opportunities for growth and development. In 2019, she was selected to participate in the prestigious Study of United States Institutes (SUSI) Exchange Program at the University of Montana, USA. Since her return, Elsie has immersed herself in exploring innovative teaching methodologies and the use of technology, particularly in low-resource contexts. She has shared her expertise by presenting model lessons for Cameroon's Ministry of Secondary Education Distance Education program and contributing to the British Council English Connects Project for continuous professional development. Elsie's dedication to enhance education in her community is commendable.
Date recorded
Saturday 20 July 2024