Teachers’ Social-Emotional Competence: A Key to Successful Social and Emotional Learning for Students
Juyeon Lee (PI), Hui Hu, Ingrid D. Lui
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Teachers’ Social-Emotional Competence: A Key to Successful Social and Emotional Learning for Students
RESEARCHERS INVOLVED
Juyeon Lee (PI), Hui Hu, Ingrid D. Lui
Summary
The main objective of this study is to investigate whether and how teachers’ own SEC relates to students’ SEC development in the context of practicing school-based SEL. Partnering with the Boys' & Girls' Clubs Association (BGCA) of Hong Kong, we are currently collecting longitudinal data from teachers and students in Hong Kong public primary schools implementing a school-based SEL program.
Our preliminary findings indicate that when class teachers exhibit higher levels of SEC, students tend to receive higher-quality SEL instruction, which is associated with greater growth in SEC.
Last Updated
Aug 2026
Status
In Progress
Project Timeline
Batch 1 Program Implementation and Survey Administration (2024-2025)
Pre- and post-intervention data collection from teachers and students in Batch 1 schools
Batch 2 Program Implementation and Survey Administration (2025-2026)
Pre- and post-intervention data collection from teachers and students in Batch 2 schools
Data Analysis and Dissemination (2026-2027)
Analysis of survey data from Batch 1 and Batch 2 schools and sharing of research findings
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Project Funding Scheme / Funders
Early Career Scheme 2024/25, Hong Kong Research Grants Council