Kompetencje nauczyciela wobec wyzwań tanatopedagogicznych

Abstract

Many problems may arise in a school community. Suffering and death are one of the most significant threats which this community may face. Their consequences are painful for both students and their families. Teachers who have competences in the area of thanatopedagogy may help their students to deal with these difficult experiences. In this way, students are able to better understand inevitable experiences and the school community receives support from educators. Hence, it is necessary to include thanatical aspects in the process of educating teachers. This kind of education must have axiological references, give prospective teachers exposure to the environment of suffering, enable them to reflect, exchange opinions and experiences.