The Influence of Social-Emotional Competence on Academic Achievement of Elementary School Students: Mechanisms and Educational Implications

Abstract

Social-emotional competence plays a significant role in promoting positive development among adolescents, reducing problem behaviors, and enhancing academic achievement. However, the specific mechanism through which social-emotional competence affects academic achievement remains unclear. This study analyzed data from 539 elementary school students and found that social-emotional competence could predict academic achievement, with academic emotions, learning strategies, and student-teacher relationships serving as mediating factors between social-emotional competence and academic achievement. The research findings suggest that it is important for schools to value and foster the social-emotional competence of elementary school students while integrating social-emotional learning programs to enhance their academic emotions and learning strategies. Furthermore, it is necessary for teachers to establish positive student teacher relationships and provide supportive environments for their students.

Keywords

social-emotional competence / academic achievement / academic emotions / learning strategies / student-teacher relationship

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