Research Proposal: A Comparative Analysis of Social-Emotional Learning Frameworks in WA, OR, and NY
Faculty Mentor
Sarah Johansson
Presentation Type
Poster
Start Date
May 2025
End Date
May 2025
Location
PUB NCR
Primary Discipline of Presentation
Psychology
Abstract
This research proposal poster will explore Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculums in different states and analyze collected data to find similarities and differences. Without a shared framework for SEL across the country each state has been left to define this concept on their own. According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, SEL is “a process through which individuals build awareness and skills in managing emotions, setting goals, establishing relationships, and making responsible decisions that support success in school and in life.” (OSPI, 2024)
The method for this research will be a comparative analysis of SEL curriculums across different US states. Utilizing the SEL4US website I will gather qualitative data on WA, OR, and NY SEL Frameworks. I will look for each state’s SEL focus, SEL advocacy, and the work being done in each state to work towards implementing SEL curriculums in their school systems.
Each state that is analyzed will have different SEL curriculum focuses, SEL advocacy, and different work being done towards implementing SEL curriculums in their school systems.
Analyzing the data in SEL approaches across different states will expose the importance of sharing a common framework. Students are required to learn math, history, and literacy skills but social-emotional learning should also be a requirement. Creating a shared framework is relevant in helping our students function in society as adults. Limitations to this study would include the small number of states, and the personalization each program or curriculum holds.
Recommended Citation
Sargent, Jazmine Mae, "Research Proposal: A Comparative Analysis of Social-Emotional Learning Frameworks in WA, OR, and NY" (2025). 2025 Symposium. 40.
https://dc.ewu.edu/srcw_2025/ps_2025/p1_2025/40
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Research Proposal: A Comparative Analysis of Social-Emotional Learning Frameworks in WA, OR, and NY
PUB NCR
This research proposal poster will explore Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculums in different states and analyze collected data to find similarities and differences. Without a shared framework for SEL across the country each state has been left to define this concept on their own. According to the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction, SEL is “a process through which individuals build awareness and skills in managing emotions, setting goals, establishing relationships, and making responsible decisions that support success in school and in life.” (OSPI, 2024)
The method for this research will be a comparative analysis of SEL curriculums across different US states. Utilizing the SEL4US website I will gather qualitative data on WA, OR, and NY SEL Frameworks. I will look for each state’s SEL focus, SEL advocacy, and the work being done in each state to work towards implementing SEL curriculums in their school systems.
Each state that is analyzed will have different SEL curriculum focuses, SEL advocacy, and different work being done towards implementing SEL curriculums in their school systems.
Analyzing the data in SEL approaches across different states will expose the importance of sharing a common framework. Students are required to learn math, history, and literacy skills but social-emotional learning should also be a requirement. Creating a shared framework is relevant in helping our students function in society as adults. Limitations to this study would include the small number of states, and the personalization each program or curriculum holds.
