Factors Influencing Character Building of Learners at Secondary Level

Abstract

Character building plays a pivotal role in shaping the holistic development of learners at the secondary level. This extended abstract examines the multifaceted factors influencing character-building among students at this crucial stage of their education. Drawing upon a synthesis of existing literature and research findings, the abstract identifies and discusses several key factors that significantly impact the character-building of secondary-level learners. Family dynamics, parental involvement, and the quality of parent-child relationships profoundly shape students' moral and ethical values. Supportive family environments foster empathy, responsibility, and self-discipline, laying the foundation for positive character traits. Institutions, including schools and teachers, play a pivotal role in character building. School culture, leadership and effective pedagogical strategies facilitate the cultivation of traits such as honesty, respect, and integrity. Furthermore, peer relationships exert a significant influence on character development during adolescence. Peer interactions and social norms shape students' attitudes. Individual differences, including temperament, personality traits, and life experiences, contribute to the complexity of character development. Resilience, self-efficacy, and moral reasoning abilities vary among students, influenced by genetic predispositions and environmental factors.