Abstract

Social, Emotional, and Ethical Learning (SEEL) is an expanded version of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) that includes an emphasis on ethical decision-making and responsible behavior. While SEL focuses on the development of social and emotional skills, SEE Learning seeks to integrate ethics and values into the learning process. SEEL promotes the development of skills that help students make ethical decisions and act responsibly, such as empathy, respect, responsibility, fairness, and integrity. By integrating ethical decision-making into the learning process, SEEL helps students understand how their actions impact themselves and others and how they can contribute to a better world. Social learning focuses on the development of positive social relationships, including communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills. Emotional learning focuses on the development of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathy. Ethical learning focuses on the development of ethical decision-making and responsible behavior. SEEL programs typically involve a range of activities and approaches, including explicit instruction, modeling, practice, and reflection. These programs may also involve partnerships with families, community organizations, and other stakeholders to create a holistic approach to student development.

In this paper, the author aims to illustrate how SEEL can promote inclusion by helping students develop a sense of empathy and understanding towards others, and by promoting positive social relationships and responsible behavior. It can also help students develop the skills they need to navigate challenges and conflicts in a constructive way, and to build a more positive and supportive school environment. Overall, SEEL provides a comprehensive approach to education that supports the social, emotional, and ethical development of all students, regardless of their background or abilities.

Keywords: social, ethical, emotional, inclusion, emotional intelligence, SEEL