SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being

Daniel (Dan) Liston is a Professor of Education in the Educational Foundations, Policy and Practice (EFPP) program and the Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) program at the University of Colorado Boulder. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has dedicated his career to exploring curriculum theory, teacher education, reflective teaching, and the social and political contexts of schooling. His recent research examines how reason and emotion interact in teaching practices and teacher education.In addition to his academic responsibilities, Professor Liston co-directs Colorado Courage and Renewal, a professional development program aimed at public school personnel and clergy. He has received numerous accolades for his teaching, including the AACTE Outstanding Writing Award and CU’s "Best Should Teach" award. His published works include six books and numerous articles that contribute to the fields of education and curriculum studies. Dr. Liston's courses, such as "SEL Capstone" and "Teacher SEL: Programs, Possibilities, and Contexts," focus on social-emotional learning in educational settings, helping future educators understand the importance of emotional intelligence in teaching. Through his work, he strives to enrich students' understanding of teaching as both a profession and a vocation.

Emily Claire Price is an instructor, research assistant, and Ph.D. candidate in the School of Education at the University of Colorado Boulder. She teaches courses across multiple departments, including Educational Foundations, Policy, and Practice (EFPP), Learning Sciences and Human Development (LSHD), and Curriculum and Instruction (C&I). Her research primarily focuses on developing equity-oriented approaches to social-emotional learning (SEL) for early elementary students and pre-service teachers. Additionally, she aims to expand the understanding of childhood and children's capabilities.With a background as an early childhood teacher and instructional coach, Emily holds a B.A. in English from Bryn Mawr College and an M.S.Ed from the University of Pennsylvania in urban elementary education. She teaches several courses related to social-emotional learning, including "Expanding SEL," "SEL Capstone," and "SEL for Students: A Path to Social Emotional Well-Being." Through her work, Emily Claire Price is dedicated to fostering inclusive educational practices that promote the well-being and development of all students, preparing future educators to implement effective SEL strategies in their classrooms.