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Is there a place for mindfulness and SEL (Social Emotional Learning) in the world language classroom?  My guest today, Jennifer Schwester, a French teacher in New Jersey, certainly knows there is.  We discuss why language teachers should consider mindfulness and SEL activities and their many benefits to students. SEL programs are also becoming more prevalent in our schools, and rightfully so. Can’t want to share these ideas with you.

Topics in this Episode:

• what mindfulness and SEL are 
• how incorporating mindfulness and social emotional learning activities impact students' language proficiency and overall language learning experience
• specific strategies for effectively cultivating a safe space for students to express themselves in the language classroom
• how  mindfulness and SEL activities help students better understand and respect each other
• how mindfulness and social emotional learning contribute to students' abilities to positively engage in our interconnected world, and become compassionate global citizens
• www.casel.org
• thefouragreements.com
• Addicted To The Monkey Mind- J.F. Benoist
• Journey To The Heart- Melody Beattie

Connect with Jennifer Schwester :

• Twitter/X: @JenniferSchwes2  
• Instagram: @jennyplage 
• LinkedIN:  Jennifer Schwester
• Facebook: jennyzenyoga
• Website: www.jennyzenyoga.com
• Email:  [email protected]

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