"As classrooms become more diverse, it is increasingly important that students learn how to empathize with others who may come from very different backgrounds. Teaching Empathy guides teachers as they seek to create and maintain classrooms in which students are sensitive to the needs of others. Using relevant research and ideas for classroom activities, each chapter shows teachers how to create an environment of empathy and understanding for 21st-century students"--Back cover.

Why empathy? -- What is empathy? -- How can you create an empathetic classroom? -- How can you teach empathy? -- How does emotional intelligence relate to empathy? -- How can you maintain empathy in your classroom? -- How can students give back to society? -- How can you use technology to promote empathy? -- How can you lead a school wide empathy initiative? -- What is your future vision of empathy?.