Date of Award
5-2025
Culminating Project Type
Dissertation
Styleguide
apa
Degree Name
Higher Education Administration: Ed.D.
Department
Educational Administration and Higher Education
College
School of Education
First Advisor
Dr. Jennifer Benson Jones
Second Advisor
Dr. Rachel Friedensen
Third Advisor
Dr. Shelby Chollett
Fourth Advisor
Dr. David Lund
Creative Commons License
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Keywords and Subject Headings
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), SEL implementation, high school teachers
Abstract
Abstract
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) has become a staple in the education system. While research has consistently demonstrated that students who participate in SEL programs acquire the necessary skills to manage their emotions, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions, the successful implementation of SEL programming hinges on qualified, committed faculty. The purpose of this qualitative study was to understand some of the challenges and experiences of faculty as they implemented SEL programs in their instructional day. This study sought to answer the following questions: (1) What are the specific challenges faced by high school teachers as they implement SEL programs in their classrooms? and (2) How do individual high school teachers describe their experiences with implementing SEL programs in their classrooms? Using a qualitative research design, I interviewed six full-time, tenured high school faculty members who have been implementing SEL programs in their instructional days.
Findings through these in-depth perspectives from teachers revealed that SEL implementation is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor, but a dynamic process shaped by individual teacher beliefs, abilities, and contextual factors.
Keywords: Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), SEL implementation, high school teachers
Recommended Citation
Johnson, Susan F., "Essential Factors in Successful Implementation of Social and Emotional Learning at the Secondary Level" (2025). Culminating Projects in Higher Education Administration. 96.
https://repository.stcloudstate.edu/hied_etds/96
Comments/Acknowledgements
Acknowledgements
This dissertation is dedicated to my family, for your constant love and support.
I acknowledge and thank my advisor and dissertation chair, Dr. Jennifer Benson Jones, for patiently guiding me through this challenging, enlightening journey to a sense of achievement and meaningful contribution.