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Developing Students' Emotional Competencies in English Language Classes: Reciprocal Benefits and Practical
Philippe Gay1, Slavka Pogranova2, Laetitia Mauroux1
1UER EN, HEP Vaud, 1014 Lausanne, Switzerland.
Summary
This study integrates social and emotional learning (SEL) into English language courses for primary pupils. It enhances foreign language acquisition by developing emotional competencies alongside communication skills.
Area of Science:
- Education
- Psychology
- Linguistics
Background:
- Foreign language learning requires cognitive, social, and affective skills.
- Socio-emotional competencies are crucial for effective communication and learning.
- Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) offers a dual approach to language and subject knowledge acquisition.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a pedagogical sequence for teaching English to primary pupils (aged 10-11) using a social and emotional learning (SEL) approach.
- To integrate the development of basic emotional competencies into English language units focused on personal and social topics.
- To explore the advantages and disadvantages of implementing SEL within CLIL.
Main Methods:
- A pedagogical sequence combining SEL principles with English language learning objectives.
- Utilizing the English coursebook MORE! 7e for primary school pupils.
- Focusing on units related to self-expression, understanding others' feelings, and emotional management.
Main Results:
- The proposed method combines language acquisition with the development of socio-emotional skills.
- CLIL provides a framework for embedding SEL into the curriculum at various levels.
- Successful CLIL implementation relies on communication, engagement, and meaning-making strategies.
Conclusions:
- Integrating SEL into foreign language education can enhance overall learning and personal development.
- A structured pedagogical approach is necessary for effectively combining language and emotional skill development.
- Careful consideration of advantages and disadvantages is vital for successful SEL integration in CLIL settings.
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