Implementing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) to Enhance Education in Burundi

Balinda T. M.

Faculty of Education Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Despite significant strides in improving educational access in Burundi, challenges such as poverty, violence, and displacement continue to impede student success. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) has emerged as a critical tool for addressing these challenges by equipping students with skills to manage emotions, establish positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. This paper examines the implementation of SEL in Burundi’s educational system, highlighting its importance, current landscape, and the impact of cultural adaptation. The International Rescue Committee’s Better Outcomes Project, funded by the NoVo Foundation, serves as a case study to illustrate SEL’s potential to foster inclusive and supportive learning environments. Recommendations for best practices in implementing SEL programs in Burundi are also discussed.

Keywords: Social-Emotional Learning, Burundi Education, Poverty, Violence and Displacement

CITE AS: Balinda T. M. (2024). Implementing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) to Enhance Education in Burundi. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN EDUCATION 3(3):59-67.