The CASEL Framework
Five competencies. One human being.
The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning identified five core competencies that predict success in school, work, and life. Explore each one — and find out where you stand.
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Self-Awareness
The ability to understand your own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence your behavior. Self-aware people recognize their strengths and limitations, have a growth mindset, and feel a sense of purpose.
Self-Management
The ability to manage your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors effectively in different situations. This includes managing stress, controlling impulses, motivating yourself, and setting and working toward personal and academic goals.
Social Awareness
The ability to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds and cultures. It includes understanding social and ethical norms for behavior and recognizing family, school, and community resources and supports.
Relationship Skills
The ability to establish and maintain healthy and rewarding relationships with diverse individuals and groups. This includes communicating clearly, listening actively, cooperating, resisting inappropriate social pressure, negotiating conflict constructively, and seeking help when needed.
Responsible Decision-Making
The ability to make caring and constructive choices about personal behavior and social interactions across diverse situations. This includes evaluating the consequences of actions, considering the well-being of oneself and others, and taking responsibility for decisions.
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