The Program
Social Skills Improvement System - Classwide Intervention ProgramA time-efficient universal curriculum, the SSIS Social Emotional Learning – Classwide Intervention Program (SSIS SEL CIP) is taught in whole-group settings with minimal teacher preparation. The curriculum includes 10 core units designed to promote students’ acquisition and application of skills that teachers identify as critical to success in the classroom:
- Listen to Others
- Say Please and Thank You
- Follow the Rules
- Pay Attention to Your Work
- Ask for Help
- Take Turns When You Talk
- Get Along with Others
- Stay Calm with Others
- Do the Right Thing
- Do Nice Things for Others
- Listen to Others
- Say Please and Thank You
- Follow the Rules
- Pay Attention to Your Work
- Ask for Help
- Take Turns When You Talk
- Get Along with Others
- Stay Calm with Others
- Do the Right Thing
- Do Nice Things for Others
How are skills taught?
Each skill is taught using explicit instruction, modeling, role-play, and practice activities. The program includes detailed lesson plans, grade-level appropriate supporting videos, and student activities to help teach key skills.
How long does it take?
Each unit includes three lessons, with each lesson requiring approximately 25-30 minutes to complete. The core curriculum includes 10 units, so it requires approximately 12-15 hours of instructional time to implement. In our previous studies, teachers reported integrating the program into their existing non-academic class time (e.g., morning meetings).
Is there evidence to support its use?
Yes! Check out evidence on the program.
How much does it cost?
Does the SSIS SEL CIP require formal training?
No, the SSIS SEL CIP requires no formal training, as it includes scripted lesson plans and a detailed overview of program implementation in the Teacher Guide. Schools may choose to train and support teachers based on their typical approach for implementing new curricular initiatives.
What do teachers think of the program?
In our previous studies, teachers reported the curriculum and materials to be relevant, easy to use, and effective.
Can the program be used as part of RTI?
Yes, the SSIS SEL CIP was developed to be used as part of a universal (Tier 1) program for behavior Response to Intervention (RTI).
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