Social-emotional learning in physical education classes at elementary schools.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The study investigates the impact of a social-emotional learning (SEL) intervention program implemented during physical education classes on elementary school students. The objective was to examine the development of social-emotional skills, focusing on teamwork, self-awareness, and creative thinking.

Methods

The intervention, grounded in the SEL model, spans three 45-min sessions and involves 260 students (grades 4-6) from two schools in northern Israel. The experimental group (eight classes) participated in the SEL program, while the control group (three) received a standard 45-min physical education class. The research methodology was based on a convergent mixed model combining quantitative observations and qualitative interviews with physical educatio

SUBMITTER: Sindiani M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12007113 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature