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“My contention is, first, that we should want more from our educational efforts than adequate academic achievement and, second, that we will not achieve even that meager success unless our children believe that they themselves are cared for and learn to care for others.”

Quote by Nel Noddings

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Nel Noddings
Nel Noddings

Nel Noddings is an American philosopher known for her contributions to moral philosophy and feminist philosophy. Her research focuses on educational ethics and care ethics, emphasizing the mutual care between educators and students. more

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