Empathy is wired into our brains. We actually have cells in our brain called mirror neurons, which fire as if we are doing the same task as another person is doing, or feeling what they are feeling.

Empathy grows in the small stuff. These everyday moments help children notice feelings, take another person’s perspective, ...

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Building social and emotional learning (SEL) skills such as empathy requires face-to-face interactions, meaningful discussion, and reflection. Edtech is no complete substitute for that, but there are ...

Empathetic teaching has always been important, but its importance in the online environment cannot be understated. The care and concern shown by instructors for their students does not go unnoticed.

Extinction Rebellion activists at the Marine Rebellion march on 6th September 2020 in London, United Kingdom. Ocean Rebellion, Sea Life Extinction, Animal Rebellion and Extinction Rebellion joined ...

In Michigan, an unusually hands-on training program helps some school bus drivers be more attuned to the struggles of students with physical or emotional challenges by trying to be in their shoes.

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Did you know that teaching children empathy skills early in life can increase their confidence and help them better handle stressful situations? Empathy is critical to success throughout life and is a ...