bettertogether3 was developed with the most current research at the forefront. We are proud of the research and evidence behind our turnkey SEL program. We are especially proud of our commitment to CASEL’s newest priority of adult SEL- we put educators first!
Significant impact shown during the pandemic in all learning models
The study, which was performed over the course of the 2020-2021 school year, indicates significant gains in self-awareness, regulation, and social awareness for schools utilizing the bettertogether3 program.
In a time of disconnect, bettertogether³
focuses on connection with others through lessons that strengthen student bonds with their peers, families and community. Evidence-based research shows when relationships are healthy:
These findings highlight the fact that we are neurobiologically wired for connection.
Schools that partner with bettertogether³ understand the importance of SEL curriculum that build psychological safety so students feel more connected.
Research under review confirms that early adolescent students who reported significantly lower connectedness with teachers (in comparison to their peers) scored significantly lower on all adaptive indicators and significantly higher on maladaptive indicators in comparison to students who reported high and average levels of connectedness.
Promoting positive youth development through school-based social and emotional learning interventions: a meta-analysis of follow-up effects. Child Development, 88(4): 1156–1171.
Taylor, R.D., Oberle, E., Durlak, J.A., & Weissberg, R.P. (2017).
Read the meta-analysis conducted of 213 school-based, universal social-emotional learning (SEL) programs. Compared to students who didn’t participate in an SEL program, those who did showed significant improvements in social-emotional skills, attitudes, behavior, and academic performance that reflected an 11-percentile-point achievement gain.
CASEL Identifies 4 Focus Areas for Engaging in High-Quality School-wide SEL Implementation
Connected and coordinated activities to foster skills development
Engaging forms of learning to help students master new skills and attitudes
A component that emphasizes developing personal and social skills
Targeting specific social and emotional skills
