Evolving Practices of Social-Emotional Learning in India: A Qualitative Synthesis

Title

Evolving Practices of Social-Emotional Learning in India: A Qualitative Synthesis

Creator

Yadati, Nymisha; Thomas, Benny; Kareepadath Rajan, Santhosh

Description

Social-emotional learning (SEL) is gaining increased significance in India as a critical domain for ensuring the holistic development of children. This qualitative literature synthesis explores how SEL programs/workshops/sessions are being contextualized, implemented, and assessed by eight organizations in India working in the domain of SEL. Miles and Hubermans qualitative data analysis technique was adopted to organize and derive insights. Findings reveal that SEL models in India are growing to be more contextualized and culturally responsive. Programs emphasize systemic, whole-school approaches with multi-modal pedagogies. Assessment practices are gradually evolving while focusing on being localized and stakeholder-informed. This study highlights the need to align national policy with on-ground SEL innovations, institutionalize SEL, and strengthen SEL assessment systems to support long-term, sustainable, and inclusive SEL practices. 2026, IGI Global Scientific Publishing.

Source

Community-Based Language Learning and Cultural Competence;pp.245-266

Date

01-01-2025

Publisher

IGI Global

Coverage

Yadati N., Christ University, India; Thomas B., Christ University, India; Kareepadath Rajan S., Christ University, India

Rights

Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library

Relation

ISBN: 979-833730032-0; 979-833730030-6;

Format

online

Language

English

Type

Book chapter

Identifier

https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-0030-6.ch009

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