Module 6:

‌Social Literacy
Social
 Our Reyna Jane Nemenzo

Team Jolyn Gequilan

Rea Mendoza
 Learning
Outcomes
1. Define social literacy
2. Discuss social skills, their impact and strategies
for improvement
3. Describe an emotionally intelligent person
4. Present ways for enhancing people skills
5. Identify ways on how to integrate social literacy
I. Social Literacy
Social Literacy

Social literacy is the development of social skills, knowledge,

and values that enable individuals to act responsibly in
various social settings. It is learned through inquiry, values
exploration, and decision-making (Arthur, Davison & Stow,
2000). In schools, teachers show social literacy in their
dealings with colleagues, students, and parents, while
students demonstrate it through interactions with peers,
family, media, technology, and other groups.
Social Skills
Social skills, part of social literacy, are essential
for functioning in society. They include good
manners, effective communication,
consideration of others’ feelings, and
expressing personal needs, developed through
play in children and social interactions in
adults.
Social skills are also important in schools
because they help build, maintain, and grow
relationships of students with classmates,
peers, teachers, students, and others, while
for teachers, with their superiors,
colleagues, parents, students, and others.
These can be attained through:
(1) Gaining ideas, information, techniques, and
perspectives from people with different areas of
expertise;
(2) Providing their own perspective for the benefit
of others;
(3) Accomplishing tasks and working together
toward shared goal;
(4) Providing mutual support for difficult situations;
(5) Expanding network to learn about and
pursue new opportunities;
(6) Gaining feedback and referrals from
people who can personally attest to work,
skills and qualities; and
(7) Making the school truly a healthy and
conducive learning environment.
Types of Social Skills

There are types of social skills that teachers can

demonstrate among students to attain a harmonious
relationship with them.
1. Effective communication- It is the ability to
communicate effectively and share thoughts and ideas with
students through group conversations, discussions, etc.
2. Conflict resolution- It is the ability to get to the
source of the problem and find a workable solution by
weighing both sides from those involved with the goal of
mediating for reconciliation.
3. Active listening- It is the ability to pay close attention
to a student in times of counseling, introspection, and
consultation.
4. Empathy- It is the ability to understand and identify
the feelings of students in times of difficulty and trouble.
5. Relationship management- It is the ability to maintain relationships
and build key connections with school stakeholders for the student's
development.
6. Respect- It can be done by knowing when to initiate communication
and respond during interactions or even in times of heated arguments
and confrontations.
7. Problem-solving skills- These involve seeking help, making effective
decisions, and accepting consequences to derive better solutions to the
problem.
8. Interpersonal skills- These include the abilities of sharing, joining
activities, asking for permission, and waiting for one's turn in every facet
of school undertakings.
Improving social skills
Social skills can be improved by focusing on sustaining desirable attitudes
and eliminating those undesirable ones through modeling, role-playing, and
performance feedback mechanisms.
In addition, one may consider:
(1) Maintaining eye contact;
(2) Using proper body language;
(3) Knowing the difference between being assertive and being
aggressive;
(4) Selecting effective communication channels;
(5) Being flexible;
(6) Accepting criticism without being defensive;
(7) Remaining positive at all times; and
(8) Being teachable and a good student in most instances
Likewise, other ways that may help are as follows:
(1) Behave as a social person;
(2) Start small if necessary;
(3) Ask open-ended questions;
(4) Encourage others to talk about themselves;
(5) Create goals for yourself;
Impact of Social Skills
Possessing social skills results to:
(1) Better relationships;
(2) Better communication;
(3) Greater efficiency
(4) Advanced career prospects; and
(5) Increased over-all happiness.
II. Emotional
Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EQ)

Emotional intelligence can bring about maintaining a

healthy and purposeful relationship with others that may
best depict a socially literate person.
Goleman (1996) defines EQ as the ability to:
(1) Recognize, understand, and manage one’s own
emotions; and
(2) Recognize, understand, and influence others’
emotions.
Strategies for Enhancing Emotional Intelligence
Goleman (1995) identified ways to strengthen EQ by
understanding and managing emotions, which teachers can
apply in school settings:
1. Think about feelings- Be sensitive to your own and
others’ emotions.
2. Pause- Stop and think before reacting.
3. Control thoughts- Align reactions with goals and values.
4. Benefit from criticism- Use feedback as a chance to
improve.
5. Show authenticity- Speak sincerely while upholding
values.
6. Demonstrate empathy- Understand and connect with
others’ feelings.
7. Praise others- Acknowledge efforts to build trust.
8. Give helpful feedback- Turn criticism into
constructive growth.
9. Apologize- Show humility by admitting mistakes.
10. Forgive and forget- Let go of hurt to move forward.
11. Keep commitments- Build reliability by keeping
your word.
12. Help others- Support peers to earn trust and respect.
13. Protect yourself- Guard against emotional
manipulation.
Recommended Tools for Enhancing Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence in schools can be strengthened
through the following activities and strategies:
1. Emotional Literacy Workshop- Improves
communication, self-awareness, and emotion management.
2. Emotional Literacy Museum- Teaches emotional
regulation and physiology.
3. Mixed Emotions Cards- Deck of cards labeled with feelings.
4. eMotion Cards- Illustrated emotion cards without labels.
5. Biodots- Reminders that emotions affect physiology.
6. Bingo Emotions- Classic bingo with emotions.
7. Feeling Faces- Real photos with survey-based emotion data.
8. Six Seconds EQ Assessment- Provides EQ feedback and
tips.
9. Zoo: Animal Workshop- Role-play of animal behaviors with
reflections.
10. Face Workshop- Express emotions through facial gestures.
11. Machine Transformer- Group role-play as machine parts,
ending with reflection.
12. Tower Building- Build towers to encourage teamwork and
emotional sharing.
13. Build Me a House- House-building, followed by reflection
on emotional reactions.
14. Internalization Activity- Guided reflection with music
and storytelling.
15. Mirroring & Unmasking Activity- Write and confront
negative attitudes, ending with self-renewal.
10 Characteristics of an Emotionally Intelligent Person
(Connors, 2018)
Indicators of emotional intelligence that should be practiced in
schools include:
1. Empathy- Understanding and sharing others’ feelings
(affective and cognitive empathy).
2. Self-awareness- Recognizing and managing one’s own
responses.
3. Curiosity- Willingness to learn, grow, and improve.
4. Analytical mind- Thinking critically and processing
information for improvement.
5. Belief- Confidence in oneself and trust that things will work
out.
6. Needs vs. wants- Prioritizing essentials before desires.
7. Passion- Drive and motivation that bring positive
energy.
8. Optimism- Maintaining a positive attitude for better
opportunities and relationships.
9. Adaptability- Flexibility to adjust decisions and
embrace change.
10. Helping others succeed- Supporting and valuing
others’ achievements.
III. People Skills
People Skills

Like emotional intelligence and social skills, people skills

demonstrate social literacy at home, in school, and beyond.
They refer to patterns of behavior and interactions,
including how a person communicates, relates, and is
perceived by others (Thompson, 2009; Honey, 2001).
Strong people skills allow individuals to predict behavior,
empathize, resolve conflicts, and work toward shared goals.
They can be grouped into three abilities:

(1) Personal effectiveness- How one presents

to others,
(2) Interaction ability- Predicting and
decoding behavior, and
(3) Interceding- Leading, influencing, and
building connections.
According to Rifkin (2009), people skills involve:
1. Ability to effectively communicate, understand
and empathize.
2. Ability to interact with others respectfully and
develop productive working relationship to
minimize conflict and maximize rapport.
3. Ability to build sincerity and trust, moderate
behaviors (less impulsive) and enhance
aggreableness.
Educational Impact of People Skills
People skills are vital for teachers in classroom
management. Beyond teaching subjects, teachers must
communicate and connect with students to create a
positive learning atmosphere. Research shows that about
50% of classroom success comes from interpersonal
relationships, with the other 50% from academic skills
(Bolton, 2009; Boyle, 2011). In general, strong people skills
help individuals pitch themselves, overcome social anxiety,
communicate ideas, and positively influence others.
Strategies for Good People Skills (McQuerrey, 2019)

1. Good communication- Listen, clarify, and exchange

ideas effectively.
2. Conflict resolution- Mediate disputes by listening and
offering solutions.
3. Patience- Stay calm, explain clearly, and manage
frustration.
4. Tolerance & understanding- Accept and respect
differences for success.
In general, there are 5 A's to improve people
skills, namely:
(1) Acceptance;
(2) Appreciation;
(3) Approval;
(4) Admiration; and
(5) Attention.
10 Essential People Skills to Succeed
Soft skills for self-reflection and success:
1. Social assertiveness- Focus energy and interact with
clarity.
2. Memorable presence- Build rapport and leave lasting
impressions.
3. Communication mastery- Present yourself and your
message clearly.
4. Lasting confidence- Overcome shyness and anxiety.
5. Conversational skill- Engage others through meaningful
dialogue.
6. Likability- Build trust by being authentic.
7. Decoding emotions- Understand how others
think and feel.
8. Pitching ideas- Share opinions and present
yourself effectively.
9. Charisma- Blend warmth and competence.
10. Influential leadership- Inspire
camaraderie in personal and professional life.
Integrating Socio-Emotional Literacy into the
Curriculum
Schools can integrate socio-emotional learning by
connecting lessons to:
(1) A person's emotional life;
(2) An ethical dilemma;
(3) A situation calling for compassion;
(4) A societal challenge;
(5) The ethical use of knowledge;
(6) Cross-group interactions, and
(7) An implicit prosocial concept.

By integrating social literacy in the curriculum

content, teachers do not only give students
opportunities to practice their social-emotional
skills, but also show them how integral these
skills are in their daily lives.
Hence, reviewing curricula through social,
emotional and moral lens is like a habit of mind
that the more it is done, the easier it gets.
Obviously, the greatest benefit of teaching lessons
like these is that students can begin to examine
their education, their decisions, their interests and
their relationships through this lens, while helping
them cultivate a more thoughtful and discerning
approach to life.
IV. Synthesis and
Learning Reflection
➤ Social literacy is the development of skills,
knowledge, and values that enable people to act
responsibly in complex social settings. Social skills—
such as good manners, effective communication,
and empathy—are central to functioning in society.
➤ Emotional Intelligence (EQ) is the ability to
recognize, understand, and manage one’s emotions
while influencing others positively.
➤ People skills are patterns of behavior and
behavioral interactions and how they are perceived
irrespective of their thinking and feeling. They are
tools to communicate and interact effectively with
others.
➤ Integrating social literacy into the curriculum
would contribute to the holistic development of
learners.
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