CHARACTER EDUCATION: BUILDING VALUES AND STRENGTHS IN STUDENTS

Abstract

Character is the core of the personality. Character education significantly impacts students' moral and ethical development and equips them with the values and skills needed for individual and societal success. Integrating core values like respect, accountability, empathy, honesty, and perseverance into the educational process produces well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute significantly to society. Character education can be included in curricula to help schools create supportive environments that support students' development of self-awareness, moral judgment, and emotional intelligence. Effective implementation, which consistently reinforces desired habits, requires cooperation between communities, parents, and educators. It has been proven that character education improves students' interpersonal relationships as well as their academic performance, drive, and resilience. As the world deals with more social and ethical issues, it is crucial to support kids' character development to create future leaders who are responsible and sympathetic.