Empathy is a crucial component of moral development that influences how individuals interact with others and contribute to society. The development of empathy in children, however, is not solely the responsibility of educators or parents, but requires a strong partnership between both. This study explores the role of collaboration between parents and teachers in fostering empathy in children, with a focus on moral growth. A mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews with parents, teachers, and students, was employed to evaluate the effectiveness of joint efforts in promoting empathy. The results indicate that when parents and teachers work together, children display higher levels of empathy, greater moral reasoning, and more positive social behaviors. The study emphasizes the importance of an integrated approach to empathy education and suggests strategies for strengthening parent-teacher partnerships for the benefit of children's moral development.  

Empathy Development, Moral Growth, Parent-Teacher Collaboration

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