Ecological Systems Theory

Abstract In this mixed methods study, drama in education (DIE) in the form of role-playing and improvisation was investigated in middle school students to evaluate its impact on emotional regulation. During early adolescence, individuals’ social skills progress; however, isolation caused by COVID-19 restricted social interaction, thus limiting the development of these skills. There is a large body of literature on drama therapy that served as inspiration for this study. The study was conducted...

Abstract Social-emotional learning (SEL) forms the cornerstone of an educational environment that nurtures and supports students, facilitating their academic success and fostering resilience for lifelong growth (Weissberg, 2016). There is consistent evidence that is influenced by educators’ beliefs and attitudes regarding its integration to the curriculum (Durlak et al., 2011). This qualitative study explored teachers’ perceptions, understanding, and implementation of SEL practices within the...