Designing Learning That Sticks: How PBL Builds SEL Skills in PETE Students

Discover how to bring social and emotional learning (SEL) and emotional intelligence (EI) to life in your PETE courses through the power of project-based learning (PBL). You’ll participate in a fast-paced, hands-on mini project that models how PBL can naturally build self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making while still meeting class objectives. Using real examples and practical strategies, we’ll explore how to design projects that make SEL and EI an authentic part of your curriculum, not just an “add-on.” You’ll leave with concrete ideas, design tools, and a full PETE project example to bring home to enhance the academic and emotional growth of your students. Let’s connect and learn from each other!