Empathy as a pre-condition for building healthy relationships in the educational process

Abstract

The article discusses the important topic of empathy as a key factor for maintaining healthy relationships in the context of the educational process. Key theories and approaches to empathy, which are used in pedagogical practice, are highlighted. The authors analyze different aspects of empathy and characterize its different levels. The article draws attention to the importance of empathy in the formation of positive relationships between teachers and students. Based on the analysis of the works of scientists, it is claimed that the formation of empathetic culture of the future teacher is directly related to the development of his competence. The article emphasizes the dependence of the quality of education on the empathic culture of teachers.

Key words: empathy; empathetic culture; emotional sphere; activity approach; competence.