> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guide.fariaedu.com/social-and-emotional-learning-a-w-s-approach/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guide.fariaedu.com/social-and-emotional-learning-a-w-s-approach/introduction/making-the-case-for-sel-oecd.md).

# Making the Case for SEL - OECD

The OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation & Development) defines SEL as a 'framework for social and emotional skills which outlines a set of social and emotional skills tied to positive personal and societal outcomes'. Similar to CASEL, the framework has five domains:

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