What is emotional intelligence?

What is the best software for improved emotional intelligence for k-12 students?

• For the purposes of this question this includes overall area of social and emotional learning....or any of the following components 1) Emotional intelligence 2) Self-control 3) Grit 4) Resilience

• Answer:

  I have used the Brainology curriculum, which can be found at http://www.mindsetworks.com As the link indicates, this is based on Carol Dweck's work and is probably most helpful in developing resilience (as opposed to the other 3 skills listed). The students go through 4 different modules (and there are extension lessons and activities related to each module) where they learn the actual brain science behind learning, and how neurons actually make connections as you grow and learn new things. I have found it to be very useful for discussing and instilling a growth mindset in students. The software at this point is a little bit corny/outdated seeming, but it's still worth a try (but you do have to pay!).  I used it with 5th and 6th grade students. I would love to know more about other software that tries to target some of these other emotional intelligence skills!