THE ROLE OF THE EDUCATOR IN SHAPING THE CHARACTER OF PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN
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preschool education, educator’s role, moral development, early childhood, character formation, behavior modeling, child guidanceAbstract
This article examines the crucial role of the preschool educator in the moral, emotional, and social development of young children. As children in early childhood are highly impressionable, the educator plays a central part not only in teaching but also in modeling positive behavior and attitudes. The study explores how daily interactions, communication styles, emotional support, and structured routines contribute to the formation of values, self-discipline, empathy, and respect in preschool-aged children. The importance of a nurturing, responsive, and consistent educator is emphasized as a key factor in fostering a positive learning environment and long-term developmental outcomes.References
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2025-07-08
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Davronova Sevinch Alisherovna. (2025). THE ROLE OF THE EDUCATOR IN SHAPING THE CHARACTER OF PRESCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN. Ethiopian International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 12(07), 33–36. Retrieved from https://www.eijmr.org/index.php/eijmr/article/view/3416
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