118. How Neuroscience and Social-Emotional Learning Can Improve Academic Performance
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Neuroscience Gains in Social-Emotional Learning
It wasn't long ago that emotional and social skills in the classroom were rarely considered essential for learning performance. Luckily through innovative educators, research and the development of effective implementation models Social Emotional Learning (SEL) is available in many schools throughout the U.S.
Now social-emotional learning (SEL) is turning yet another corner through the application of neuroscience.
Today Leslie is joined by Andrea Samadi, an educator, author and podcaster known for her expertise in integrating SEL with neuroscience. Andrea shares her perspective on the principles of neuroscience for effective learning strategies including essential skills like self-esteem building, managing stress, fostering resilience, and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. This a great listen for parents, educators and students alike.
In This Episode :
00:48 Social-Emotional Explained
10:14 Impact of Self-Esteem on Learning
15:16 Neuroscience and Education
22:30 Strategies for Building Self-Esteem
35:00 Protecting Brain Health
37:21 Key Strategies for Success
43:02 The Power of Positive Thinking
Episode Guest: Andrea Samadi
Andrea Samadi, an author and educator with a passion for learning, began working with success and social and emotional learning principles with students in the late 1990s. Her podcast, grounded in brain-based research and practical neuroscience, helps parents, teachers, coaches and employees to optimize learning, well-being and achievement at home, school or in the modern workplace.
In 2019 Andrea Samadi launched The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast to provide the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning (for schools) and emotional intelligence training (in the workplace).
Now in its 6th year, and 12th season, the podcast has been listed in the 25 Best SEL Podcasts for 2024, and 17 Best Neuroscience Podcasts featuring some of the leading experts in neuroscience, education and the brain.
Books:
Level Up: A Brain-Based Strategy to Skyrocket Student Success and Achievement
Website: https://www.achieveit360.com
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