Copy of Empathy in Elementary School Peer Relationships and Classroom Community Survey

1.How often do you observe acts of empathy among students in your classroom?

2.Which of the following behaviors do you consider as acts of empathy? Select all that apply.

Helping a classmate with their work

Listening to others

Sharing materials with the needy

Comforting a peer who is upset

Defending others against bullying

Telling a "white Lie" to protect feelings

Inviting other children to play or to work together

3.How important do you think empathy is for building a positive classroom community?

5.What are some strategies you use to encourage empathy among students? Select all that apply.

6.How effective do you think empathy education programs are in elementary schools?

7.How supported do you feel in your efforts to teach empathy in the classroom?

Fully supported: I have the resources, training, and administrative backing needed to teach empathy effectively.

Mostly supported: I have some resources and support, but there is room for improvement.

Moderately supported: I receive occasional support but often have to manage on my own.

Slightly supported: I feel I lack adequate resources and support for teaching empathy.

Not supported at all: I feel entirely unsupported in my efforts to teach empathy.

Do you feel you don't need support in this area?

8.To what extent do you agree with the following statement?
"Parents who model empathetic behavior significantly influence their children's ability to demonstrate empathy towards peers."

9.How important do you think a supportive family environment is in fostering empathy in children?

10.How often do you observe students demonstrating empathy that appears to have been modeled or encouraged by their parents?

11.Elementary students understand the role of empathy in forming and maintaining friendships.

13.What is your gender?

Male

Female

Non-binary

Decline to answer

15.What is the highest level of education you have completed?