The foundation for problem-solving is grounded in emotional regulation for both adults and children. The ability to recognize and regulate emotions is needed to solve complex problems and social conflicts. This course explores multiple approaches educators can use to help children become creative, collaborative, and effective problem-solvers. (2 hours)

The four interconnected foundations of problem-solving: DAP, SEL, Culturally Responsive Teaching, and Problem-Solving Model.
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Course Objectives
- Identify how to build and apply developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive problem-solving approaches that support the whole child.
- Understand why it's important for adults and children to develop social-emotional learning skills (SEL) grounded in self-regulation to support problem-solving.
- Craft an action plan based on the problem-solving foundations that identify specific problem-solving approaches that can be used every day.