Chapter 3: Social and Emotional Learning: Definitions, Frameworks, and Evidence

Kimberly A. Schonert-Reichl. SEL is important for school and life success. A growing body of scientific research indicates that students social and emotional competence not only predicts their school success, but also predicts a range of important outcomes in late adolescence and adulthood, including high school graduation, post-secondary completion, employment, financial stability, physical health, and overall mental health and well-being.