Social Emotional Learning (SEL)–Music Education Study Group: September 2024 to December 2024

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The Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education is proud to announce the SEL–Music Education Study Group for music educators around the world. This one-of-a-kind, fully online, educator professional development opportunity offers both synchronous and asynchronous participation options so that anyone anywhere can attend the sessions, gain valuable knowledge, and learn SEL-informed music education strategies for studio, classroom, early childhood, and ensemble settings. 

The study group will include: 

  • working sessions (presentations, teaching demonstrations, discussions);
  • readings (research-based and practice-based publications);
  • reflections (written journal entries and conversations); and
  • individual projects to apply what you learn to your teaching. 

Our SEL–Music Education Study Group will be offered in two levels: 

  • Level I: introduction and early applications for those who are relatively new to this work or who need to fill in some gaps in their knowledge or experience.
  • Level II: intermediate and advanced for those with some knowledge and experience in music education for individuals with disabilities.

Cost and Registration

There is no charge for the study group, but individuals must register by submitting the registration form. 

Working Sessions

There will be six sessions, each three hours in length. There will also be online engagement for all participants between the sessions.

Times and Location

Synchronous sessions will take place online, using Zoom webinar technology, on the following dates and times. All sessions will be recorded for asynchronous participation. 

  • September 21, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (level I); 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (level II)
  • October 5, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (level I); 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (level II)
  • October 19, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (level I); 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (level II)
  • November 2, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (level I); 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (level II)
  • November 16, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (level I); 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (level II)
  • December 7, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (level I); 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (level II)

Topics

The study group will cover topics including the following, and more:

  • Overview of SEL and intersections with music education
  • Neurodiversity and how it affects music learning
  • Universal Design for Learning
  • Mindfulness
  • SEL supports in music education settings
  • Using repertoire to enhance the social-emotional needs of music students
  • Practical strategies to activate SEL and music learning in early childhood music classes, string ensembles, private instrument lessons, and band rehearsals