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A Knowledge Translation Project by Guhan Karuppusamy
Overview
Overview
This project is a knowledge translation initiative that brings research on children’s social‑emotional development into practical, accessible classroom practice. Grounded in the work of the Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy (CCDMP) and the research of Dr. Tina Malti, the project focuses on The 3Es: Emotion Regulation, Empathy for the Self, and Empathy for Others. To support learning across multiple audiences, I developed an educator training module, a visual infographic, and an interactive video for children aged 6–8, each designed to translate research on the 3Es into age‑appropriate, applied tools for use in educational settings. Developed under the supervision of Dr. Ruth Speidel and grounded in the work of the CCDMP, this training supports educators in fostering safe, inclusive environments where children can build emotional resilience, empathy, and positive relationships. I extend my sincere gratitude to the CCDMP, Dr. Tina Malti, and Dr. Ruth Speidel for their guidance, research, and continued support in making this project possible.
Children's Interactive Video
Children's Interactive Video
The children’s interactive video is designed for children aged 6–8 (Grades 1–3) and supports social‑emotional development through guided storytelling, choice‑based interaction, and classroom discussion. The video follows familiar recess scenarios and invites children to help characters navigate challenging social situations by choosing between supportive strategies, such as Emotion Explorer and Captain Connect. Through these activities, children practice recognizing emotions, regulating strong feelings, considering others’ perspectives, and repairing relationships.
Educator's Training Module
Educator's Training Module
The educator training module is a professional learning resource created to support educators in applying research‑based social‑emotional development strategies in classroom and school settings. Grounded in the 3Es framework, the module offers developmental context, real‑world classroom scenarios, reflective questions, and practical strategies that educators can use to support children ages 6–8 as they learn to manage emotions, understand themselves, and build empathy for others. The training is designed to be interactive, accessible, and flexible, allowing educators to deepen their understanding of the research while also gaining concrete tools they can immediately integrate into their practice.
Infographic
Infographic
The project infographic provides a concise, visually accessible overview of the 3Es, Emotion Regulation, Empathy for the Self, and Empathy for Others, and how they support children’s social‑emotional development between the ages of 6–8. Designed for parents and caregivers, the infographic highlights key concepts, practical examples, and everyday strategies that adults can use to support children’s emotional growth. It serves as a quick reference tool that reinforces the core ideas of the project and helps translate research into clear, actionable guidance that can be easily shared or displayed in learning environments.
The 3Es Guhan Karuppusamy.pdf
About the CCDMP
About the CCDMP
This project is grounded in research and knowledge‑to‑practice work conducted by the Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy (CCDMP) at the University of Toronto Mississauga. The CCDMP is an interdisciplinary research centre dedicated to promoting healthy child development, mental health, and well‑being through rigorous research, community partnerships, and applied knowledge translation. The centre’s work focuses on understanding how children develop key social‑emotional capacities, such as emotion regulation, empathy, and moral development, and how these skills can be supported in educational, family, and community contexts.
Research led by scholars affiliated with the CCDMP, including Dr. Tina Malti, have contributed significantly to the evidence base underlying the 3Es framework: Emotion Regulation, Empathy for the Self, and Empathy for Others. This research emphasizes the importance of supportive adult guidance, reflection, and relationship‑based practices in helping children navigate social challenges and develop emotional resilience. These research findings directly informed the design of the educator training module, infographic, and children’s interactive video featured in this project.
For more information about the CCDMP, their research, or resources related to the 3Es and social‑emotional development in children, visitors are encouraged to explore the CCDMP website or reach out through the contact information provided there:
Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy (CCDMP): https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/ccdmp
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