Social Emotional Competencies: Intermediate Gr. 6-8

SELF-AWARENESS: PERSONAL QUALITIES AND/OR TRAITSSEMO.1

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    Can explain own hearing loss, i.e. type, loss, etiology (See Audiology rubric)SEMO.1.Int1

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    Recognizes that emotions can be changedSEMO.1.Int2

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    Analyzes emotional reactions that contribute to or detract from personal problem solving/decision makingSEMO.1.Int3

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    Explains possible outcomes/results associated with expressing personal emotionsSEMO.1.Int4

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    Evaluates how expressing one's emotions affects othersSEMO.1.Int5

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    Evaluates how expressing more positive attitudes influences others and may facilitate desired outcomesSEMO.1.Int6

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    Analyzes and describes how personal qualities and temperaments influence choices and successSEMO.1.Int7

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    Applies self-reflection techniques to recognize strengths, weaknesses, and potential areas of growthSEMO.1.Int8

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    Discusses unique aspects of growing up as a teen who is deaf or hard of hearing (in a deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing family/peer group)SEMO.1.Int9

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    Describes personal qualities/skills possessed and interests one wants to developSEMO.1.Int10

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    Identifies things about self that can/cannot be changedSEMO.1.Int11

SELF-MANAGEMENTSEMO.2

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    Applies strategies for managing stress and for motivating successful performanceSEMO.2.Int1

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    Practices positivitySEMO.2.Int2

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    Generates ways to develop positive attitudesSEMO.2.Int3

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    Reflects on possible consequences, both positive and negative, before expressing emotionsSEMO.2.Int4

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    Demonstrates emotional intelligence by choosing a mood that best suits a specific situationSEMO.2.Int5

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    Practices strategies to reduce conflictSEMO.2.Int6

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    Recognizes the emotional and physical effects of substance abuse (alcohol, tobacco, and/or other drugs)SEMO.2.Int7

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    Recognizes mental health issues affecting teenagers with and without limited hearing, including depression and suicideSEMO.2.Int8

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    Demonstrates techniques for handling overt and subtle bullyingSEMO.2.Int9

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    Applies locus of control concept to managing problemsSEMO.2.Int10

SOCIAL AWARENESSSEMO.3

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    Predicts others' felings and perspectives in a variety of situationsSEMO.3.Int1

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    Demonstrates appropriate social responses based on the specifics of a situationSEMO.3.Int2

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    Analyzes how one's behavior may affect othersSEMO.3.Int3

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    Develops an appreciation of the diversity of the Deaf CommunitySEMO.3.Int4

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    Understands roles and responsibilities within the student's own communities, e.g. class, school, home, and social groups, neighborhoodsSEMO.3.Int5

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    Uses clear "NO" statements to avoid situations in which one might be pressuredSEMO.3.Int6

RELATIONSHIP SKILLSSEMO.4

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    Demonstrates age-appropriate interpersonal skillsSEMO.4.Int1

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    Describes when a communication breakdown occursSEMO.4.Int2

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    Identifies specific communication repair strategies to improve interactions, i.e. repetition, revision, addition, and/or nonverbalSEMO.4.Int3

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    Analyzes a variety of social situations and appropriate responses to them (e.g. school dance, peer pressure, cliques, public speaking, clowning around, joking, somber events, sarcasm)SEMO.4.Int4

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    Describes impact of body language and facial expressions in communicationSEMO.4.Int5

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    Knows appropriate topics for conversation dependent upon communication partnerSEMO.4.Int6

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    Recognizes the personal boundaries of self and othersSEMO.4.Int7

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    Demonstrates ability to articulate concerns positivelySEMO.4.Int8

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    Demonstrates cooperative behaviors in a group (e.g. listen, encourage, acknowledge opinions, compromise, reach consensus)SEMO.4.Int9

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    Assumes either a leadership or a team player role based on group/activitySEMO.4.Int10

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    Demonstrates differences between passive, assertive, and aggressive responsesSEMO.4.Int11

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    Disagrees respectfullySEMO.4.Int12

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    Understands unique cultural aspects of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing as opposed to individuals who are hearingSEMO.4.Int13

DECISION MAKINGSEMO.5

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    Identifies and applies the steps of systematic decision makingSEMO.5.Int1

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    Evaluates strategies for avoiding risky behaviorSEMO.5.Int2

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    Applies decision making skills to academic and social situationsSEMO.5.Int3

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8
Where can I read the official document?
Social Emotional Competencies: Intermediate Gr. 6-8

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