One of the main objectives our College wishes to achieve through our Erasmus+ Accreditation is the fostering of well-being amongst both Educators and Students. Ms Alexia Cutajar (College Social Worker), Ms Amanda Debattista (Erasmus+ Coordinator) and Ms Marija Vella (College Counselor) attended an Erasmus+ course in Barcelona, which focused on Social and Emotional Learning.

During the course, the participants discussed our students face a world of complex relationships that require them to identify and manage their emotions, interact constructively with others, understand healthy boundaries, and take responsibility. These “intelligences”, as described by Daniel Goleman, can be incorporated into our teaching practices through Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) methods and strategies.2

Through practical and experiential activities, Ms Alexia, Ms Marija and Ms Amanda have deepened their own self-awareness, empathy, and social skills, which has greatly enriched their own Social and Emotional Intelligence. During the course, they also discussed concrete tools and strategies for conflict management, stress reduction, and resilience will empower the group to not only do SEL activities but to be an SEL educator.

A more detailed presentation about their activities can be downloaded by clicking on the link below:

Social and Emotional Learning – PPT

More information about the course can be found here:

Social and Emotional Learning for Successful Schools

This mobility was made possible thanks to St Nicholas College Accreditation funds, co-funded by the European Union.