Registration Opens July 1st 2026

This self-directed course is designed to empower educators to strengthen their classroom culture and support the well-being of both their students and themselves. Through four focused modules, participants will explore the science and practical application of Social Emotional Learning (SEL). Educators will deepen their understanding of the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework, practice proactive teacher language and community-building strategies that strengthen relationships, develop skills for facilitating student-centered SEL experiences, and identify sustainable practices that support their own well-being and professional connection with colleagues. By the end of the course, educators will leave with practical tools and strategies necessary to intentionally integrate SEL into their daily teaching practice.

Drawing on current research in psychology, neuroscience, and education, this course connects theory to practice; equipping you with tools you can use in your classroom immediately. You will complete readings, hands-on activities, reflections, and short quizzes at your own pace.

This course meets the DESE license renewal requirements of at least 15 PDPs related to training in strategies for effective schooling for students with disabilities and the instruction of students with diverse learning styles.

NOTE: THIS COURSE IS COMPLETELY ONLINE, SELF-PACED, AND WILL PROVIDE A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION WHEN YOU FINISH THE COURSE.

Goals and Objectives

During this self-paced workshop, participants will:

• Define Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and identify its essential design elements using the Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) framework.

• Analyze and evaluate examples of high-quality, evidence-based SEL programs and practices.

• Design intentional SEL-integrated learning experiences using proactive teacher language and effective community-building strategies.

• Develop structures to support inquiry, collaboration, feedback, and revision within an SEL framework.

• Implement strategies from Responsive Classroom and CASEL to promote student agency, well-being and authentic learning.

Audience

This workshop is intended for Massachusetts K-12 educators. This course will fulfill the required 15 PDPs related to training in strategies for effective schooling for students with disabilities and the instruction of students with diverse learning styles necessary to renew your Massachusetts professional teaching license.

Structure

Cost

$225; REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY.

* NOTE: Before registering for this course, please check with your Central Office Administrator in charge of Professional Development. If this course is being offered by your district for free, registration will be accessed via your district.

QUESTIONS?

Please email:  profdev@tec-coop.org.