SEL Basics
What does SEL stand for?
*(Social and Emotional Learning)*
True or False: Trash talk is always meant to help someone improve.
*(False)*
What is the main difference between listening and hearing?
*(Listening requires understanding and focus--active, while hearing is just perceiving sound--passive.)*
What is empathy?
*(The ability to understand and share the feelings of another)*
What is a stereotype?
*(A generalized belief or judgment about a group of people based solely on their appearance or one part of their identity.)*
**DAILY DOUBLE**
What is the SEL agenda for most classes?
1. Journal
2. Share/Discussion
3. Activity/Game
What is constructive criticism?
*(Feedback that is kind, helpful, and focused on improvement.)*
True or False: You can listen to someone while playing on your phone.
*(False)*
True or False: Empathy means you have to agree with someone’s feelings.
*(False)*
True or False: Stereotypes are always true.
*(False)*
How many SEL teachers are there?
3
Which of these is an example of constructive criticism: A) “You’re so bad at this!”
B) “You made a mistake here, but next time try doing this instead.”
*(B) “You made a mistake here, but next time try doing this instead.”
Name three body language signs that show you are actively listening to someone.
*(Eye contact, nodding, leaning in, etc.)*
Give an example of showing empathy to a friend who is sad about his goldfish dying.
*(Saying, “I’m sorry your goldfish died; I’m here for you.”)*
True or False: Some stereotypes are true.
*(True)*
What is the purpose of SEL class?
To learn how to manage emotions, calm down when upset, get along with others, etc.
Name three negative effects of trash talk.
*(It can hurt feelings, ruin friendships/relationships, or lower confidence/self-esteem)*
If someone tells you about their bad day, how can you show you are truly listening? (Give three examples)
*(Repeat what they said, ask questions, or show empathy.)*
What is the idiom or figurative phrase that describes empathy?
Putting yourself in someone else's shoes
Why can believing stereotypes be harmful?
*(It can create unfair judgments and limit opportunities for others, places people in a box.)*
How many years combined have the counselors been working at WJA?
20 years
Rewrite this trash talk into constructive criticism: “You suck at math!”
*(“It looks like you’re struggling with math—let’s work on it together/with practice you'll get it.”)*
Why is listening considered a key skill in building strong relationships?
*(It shows respect, builds trust, and helps avoid misunderstandings.)*
***DAILY DOUBLE**
What are the 4 elements of an "empathy map"
What do they do?
What do they think?
What do they feel?
What do they say?
What’s one way you can challenge a stereotype?
*(By getting to know people as individuals or questioning generalized beliefs.)*