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Teaching is the art and science of helping others to grow in their knowledge and understanding. But more than that:

Teaching is holding the hand of a young one and saying it's going to be OK.

Teaching is being careful that you acknowledge every student every day.

Teaching is never forgetting that for a moment each day you might be the only person who touches someone's life.

Teaching is constantly being aware of what you are doing wrong in the classroom and trying to find ways to fix them.

Teaching is keeping up with both the latest research and honoring the enduring traditions.

Teaching is worrying that you don't know about about the subject deeply to make it easily accessible to everyone.

Teaching is correcting papers when you family is relaxing watching TV or out in the yard.

Teaching is pushing both yourself and the students those last few weeks of school.

Teaching involves the giving of oneself to others so that possibly, just possibly, the piece that one gives will blossom in the heart of another and, even more importantly, might cause others unknown to you to blossom.

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By Rusul Alrubail

January 14, 2015

What does it mean to be a great teacher? Of course credentials, knowledge, critical thinking, and all other faculties of intelligence are important. However, a great teacher should be much more than credentials, experience and intelligence.

What lies in the heart of a great teacher?

You are Kind

You are Compassionate

You are Empathetic

You are Positive

You are a Builder

You Inspire

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Teachers have one of the most difficult jobs in the world.

When they're not watching over you, juggling parents, or swigging Diet Cokes to stay awake, they're shaping your life like a pot of Play-Doh. But we take those lessons in stride and sometimes forget to let them know we're grateful.

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Teachers have one of the most difficult jobs in the world.

When they're not watching over you, juggling parents, or swigging Diet Cokes to stay awake, they're shaping your life like a pot of Play-Doh. But we take those lessons in stride and sometimes forget to let them know we're grateful.

As Los Angeles-based teacher Ryan Carroll put it, "The only thing I ever want is a simple note to know that my small contribution to society is making life better for others."

Here are a few heartfelt stories of gratitude from our staff and friends.

One of my high school teachers, Caryl Gatzlaff, basically transformed my writing style. She was my AP English teacher for two years and was a really tough grader, but she was sure to go through every misspelling, rewording, etc. that needed to be done, no matter how long it took. She actually just retired this year and I couldn't make it to her party in Dallas. She also showed us the beauty that is Dead Poets Society. At the end of the school year as seniors, we got on our desks and surprised her with the whole "O Captain, My Captain" scene for her.

-Candace Lowry

I n junior high my teacher Ms. Gould would give us "life lessons" that had nothing to do with the curriculum. She made us practice handshakes and would tell us little tips, like to take off your sunglasses during a conversation. They seemed really irrelevant when we were kids, but there hasn't been one handshake where I haven't thought about that day in class, and I've shaken a lot of hands.

I haven't been able to find her, but thank you, Ms. Gould, for helping me make good first impressions (and get second interviews) for the past few decades. I put my sunglasses on my head in silent salute to you.

-Kasia Galazka

I've had several teachers who have significantly influenced my life. One sticks out in particular because she was the first.

I moved to the U.S. - specifically, a small town in Tennessee with very few immigrants - at age 11. I spoke no English but had a passion for the language. My eighth-grade English teacher Ms. Jones recognized this. After two years in the country, I spoke and wrote fairly fluently. But it was Ms. Jones who helped me truly begin to conquer American. Managing a classroom of 30-plus rambunctious 13- and 14-year-olds, she still took the time to fuel my passion. She bought me a book that helped explain idioms, a non-native speaker's personal hell. She rewarded me for my efforts with all things grammar. She checked in on me during my high school career.

Ms. Jones probably didn't know at the time that, ultimately, she sparked my higher education interests and my career. Fourteen years later, I have a journalism degree from a prestigious university. I'm an associate director managing communications and public relations for 150-plus household brands worldwide.

And idioms? Piece of cake, y'all.

-Senka Hadzimuratovic

One teacher was Frau Wuttke, while I was abroad in Heidelberg. I was having a really tough time in Germany, missing my family and losing a couple friends. She always had her office doors open for me every day and never failed to check in with me at least once a week. She always sacrificed her time for the students in the program and never failed to have comforting advice.

-Candace Lowry

One teacher in particular, Mrs. Koehnemann, was my all-time favorite! She could light up any room with her smile and positive energy, and she made everyone in her fourth-grade class feel so loved, and like they were the most important person in the world. Also, she hated the feeling of not being able to sneeze, so whenever she successfully sneezed, she would do a cartwheel for our class while we all cheered - an image and memory I will never forget!

-Maycie Thornton

I recently tried to find contact information for my third-grade Hebrew teacher, Mrs. Warter, but came up empty-handed. I had just switched schools and Mrs. Warter spent countless hours with me before class tutoring me so I could catch up to the rest of my peers, who had already studied the language for three years. She taught me to eradicate the words "I can't" from my vocabulary and it made a huge impact on me, especially now as a journalist, when the information I'm looking for doesn't quickly turn up.

By the end of third grade, I was no longer getting tutored. I was actually ahead of my class and had joined a small group of advanced Hebrew students who stayed after class to study extra. (At the time, this seemed like a great deal.) To this day, I can speak Hebrew with a native, and it probably never would have happened without Mrs. Warter.

-Deena Shanker

I had had a fifth-grade teacher who was not particularly kind to me and, being a sensitive kid, by the time I entered sixth grade, I didn't feel like I was good at anything. That changed when I walked into Ms. Hardisty's classroom. She made a point of telling me that I was a good writer and really excellent reader. She made me feel capable of something.

She was warm and fun and gave really constructive feedback: all things that are really important to me now but were especially important for awkward 12-year-old me. English remained my favorite subject throughout school and ended up being my college major. I had a lot of teachers encourage and inspire me along the way, but that confidence began with Ms. Hardisty.

-Chelsea Marshall

After I left my job as a commercial litigator, I had no idea what I was going to do with myself. I was moving to California, but other than that, not a clue. Would I continue lawyering? Find something else to do? No idea. It was not an exciting time - it was a very scary, sad, and lonely one.

As I was packing for my cross-country move, I came across a folder stuffed with my old papers from college. Reading through them, the professor of my LGBT studies class had written really wonderful things about my essays. It reminded me of something I had all but forgotten: I am smart. I looked her up and emailed her a thank-you even though I didn't think she'd remember me. She did, and wrote me back a very kind and encouraging email, which brings tears to my eyes even now I as I read it.

-Deena Shanker

Have you thanked a teacher?

Jenny Chang / BuzzFeed

Did someone help you to get to where you are? Do you still think about something a teacher told you? Tell them!

If Facebook doesn't work, try finding a former teacher through a faculty listing on your school's site. You can even reach out to the school and ask if they can give your note to someone if they can't release information.

It doesn't have to be long or dramatic: Even a short email can make someone smile. "It can be something as simple as a letter or a picture of where they are now showing them truly enjoying life and being a contributing member of society," says Mr. Carroll.

Here are a few words, Mad-Lib style, to get you started:

Dear ____,

I was a former student of yours back in ____, and I wanted to send my thanks for ____. I wouldn't be at this point in my life today doing ____ without your care and direction. Your ____ helped me, and I still think about it to this day.

Best,
A Really Wonderful Person

Now get crackin'!

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8 Heartwarming Stories Of Teachers Changing People's Lives

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Teacher is not just teacher they are the students' family

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A Teacher and a Student's Story(Inspirational) #Shorts

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Collaboration. Communication. Critical thinking. Creativity. - Should be present in all classrooms.

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Teaching Methods for Inspiring the Students of the Future | Joe Ruhl | TEDxLafayette

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For the last 24 years, he has repeatedly asked students the same question, "What makes a good teacher great?" Azul Terronez is the author of the best-selling book "The art of Apprenticeship" Azul has coached teachers and schools leaders around the world in Spain, Chile, Canada, India, United States and China and he is currently serves as a teacher coach at Shanghai American School.

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Teaching is an art form.

Teaching is daring to think the things you have to say are important enough to make a difference in the life of someone else.

Teaching is caring about the life successes and failures of many individuals at once, and then convincing students that they should be caring and respectful as well.

Teaching is a real act of love! Students who claim that teachers do something simply because they want a paycheck, or because they have a strong desire to make the lives of others miserable just don’t get it

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"LET YOUR STUDENTS HELP YOU TO BE A BETTER TEACHER FOR THEM

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And when you are a teacher, it becomes even more difficult to become perfect for ALL your students. It's clear, that we all are different, so your students are, and each of them has his own learning style. When your teaching style suits a learning style of your student, you will definitely become his best teacher ever. This is like to be on the same wave with someone. But it's obvious, that all your 30 students (or 20, or even 10, it doesn't matter actually) will never have the same opinion about your teaching methods, so, misunderstandings are impossible to avoid.

However, you always can become a better teacher for your students, the main thing is to listen to them carefully. Here we have 10 advice from students to teachers, that will help you understand their principles better. You teach them of course, but you can always let them teach you a bit as well, can't you?

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Your students can help you be a better teacher. Here are 10 tips to do it.

Understanding the learning styles of your students can help you become a better teacher. And in this way, you can even learn from them.

Every student is different, each with their own unique, individual qualities. If you learn to recognize these and take advantage of them, you'll certainly become a better teacher.

You have a unique opportunity to engage in a dynamic process that will have a positive outcome for you and your students.

Understanding the learning styles of your students can help you become a better teacher. And in this way, you can even learn from them. Every student is different, each has their own unique, individual qualities. If you learn to recognize these and take advantage of them, you'll certainly become a better teacher.

You have a unique opportunity to engage in a dynamic process that will have a positive outcome for you and your students.

Let Your Students Help You Be a Better Teacher for Them

1. A good teacher always has objectives

A positive approach is essential to a make it clear to your students what they need to study at the start of each lesson that day. A clearly planned learning structure and classroom management will make it easier and more achievable for students to learn effectively - in itself a motivating factor. Teaching is a dynamic process, so respecting their dignity and individuality will gain their approval. Build a relationship with mutual trust and active involvement.

2. Have purposeful direction

As the organiser, manager, and possible designer of the entire learning experience, set down guides, such as to-do lists or a step-by-step lesson plan. Provide a grounding by outlining the basic content of the subject and its relevant terminology. Knowing the basic principles of the subject makes things more understandable for the learner.

3. Remain firm and consistent

As a teacher, be firm from the beginning. Students respect a teacher who is confident and consistent. It doesn't pay to be too nice, but you don't need to be a tyrant either. You'll always find students in a class who play the wise guy and think they know better and try to question or distract you. But, they are also distracting the rest of the class. Stay constant and don't lose direction. Establish boundaries, as these make students feel secure.

Students do not like teachers who are too soft and mild .

5. Be assertive

If you notice that a student seems distracted or stressed, find out why. There could be a number of reasons for this. They could be experiencing personal problems or be depressed and, in this case, you should be supportive. Be aware if the quality of a student's work deteriorates or they seem disinterested. Don't criticise and make them feel bad by accusing them of laziness. They might see you in a kind of parent's role. You could even approach them after class and do a little casual investigating to find out exactly what is going on.

6. Be a friend but keep your distance

Be involved with your students, even if you are nearly the same age, but know when to draw the line. Maintaining your authority will strengthen your position. Remain professional. Your students won't respect you if you try to act or speak like them or be on their level. Get their approval by being a source of inspiration without getting too close.

7. Be a Good Listener

The ability to listen, observe and pick up on what isn't being said, such as any anxieties students may experience, are skills that every teacher needs to learn. This will make it easier for you to help students build their skills and confidence levels. Good communication all round will smooth your path to being a successful teacher with a happier class.

8. Relevance to their world is important

You want your students to remember your lessons, so find a way to connect the information you give with something that relates to their lives. Try to get them excited and ignite their enthusiasm. Involve them in purposeful dialogue. Encourage them to think for themselves and allow them to comment. Maybe one of them has a story or situation that applies and will help explain what is happening, but don't let their story take over the lesson. Steer the lesson back to the subject without wasting too much time. Terminology and basic principles are important. Make things interesting by using an example of something they can relate to and how it will help them in the future.

10. Variety is key

Show your enthusiasm by using as many different resources for your lessons as you can. Find out what interests your students - things they can relate to. Search for things like books, music, videos, speeches and presentations. Use striking teaching media where the content stands out becomes more relatable. Then explain what's going on to make it simpler to understand. Learners comprehend things more effectively when they have the opportunity to form a mental image of the object. Link new contents to relevant concepts that they already know and learning content to previous work. Give students the opportunity to discover things for themselves. Teach in a big variety of ways .

11. Don't hold back on explanations

Students will find it difficult to progress if the basic concept of a subject doesn't makes sense to them. Learn from their responses. If you notice a student is struggling, don't reject them or make them feel stupid or fall behind. Show empathy and patience and invite them to tell you if there is something they don't like or understand. Then go through the material again. You can use different methods until they do understand. This will also help the whole class.

12. Be a positive influence

Ultimately, show you care about your students and encourage them to do better. Show an active involvement. Show that they can rely on you for support and that you are always there for them. Don't let them give up, motivate them to do better and give praise where praise is due. Remember you are playing an important role in helping to mould their future success and guiding them with choices that need to be made. And, above all, share your love of learning.

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How to Become the Best Teacher: Students' Advice

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by BUSYTEACHER_admin 522,823 views Understanding the learning styles of your students can help you become a better teacher. And in this way, you can even learn from them. Every student is different, each with their own unique, individual qualities. If you learn to recognize these and take advantage of them, you'll certainly become a better teacher.

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This chapter discusses several methods of teaching science within the traditional formats: lectures, discussion sessions, and laboratories. How can you help your students learn science better and more efficiently in each format? Although there is no universal best way to teach, experience shows that some general principles apply (American Association for the Advancement of Science, 1990a; McDermott et al., 1994; Mazur, 1996):

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Whether you’re a first-year teacher eager to put into practice all of the pedagogical techniques you learned in college, or a classroom veteran examining differentiated instruction and new learning methodologies, consider that not all students respond well to one particular style. Although teaching styles have been categorized into five groups, today’s ideal teaching style is not an either/or proposition but more of a hybrid approach that blends the best of everything a teacher has to offer.

The traditional advice that teachers not overreach with a cluster of all-encompassing teaching styles might seem to conflict with today’s emphasis on student-centered classrooms. Theoretically, the more teachers emphasize student-centric learning the harder it is to develop a well-focused style based on their personal attributes, strengths and goals.

In short, modern methods of teaching require different types of teachers—from the analyst/organizer to the negotiator/consultant. Here are some other factors to consider as teachers determine the best teaching method for their students.

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What is an art and a science??

It is considered as a science because it has an organized body of knowledge which contains certain universal truth. It is called an art because managing requires certain skills which are personal possessions of managers. Science provides the knowledge & art deals with the application of knowledge and skills.

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The narrative is a fundamental, ubiquitous mode of human communication. A story – an account of events with emphasis on personal perspective or connection, employing dramatic tension – is among the most widespread and common methods of communicating information. Stories strengthen the social bonds of human society and facilitate the transmission of culture. We learn about our world by hearing and seeing stories, and in turn we share our understanding of the world by telling stories. Neuroscience research supports the importance of narratives to human culture. Stories activate neurochemical pathways related to trust and social bonding, and the emotional resonance evoked by a narrative stimulates neural systems related to empathy.

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"The Art & Science of Teaching - Dr Robert Marzano"

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In this interview Dr Robert Marzano discusses the origin of The Art and Science of Teaching model from his research, how the fundamentals of the model work, and how The Art and Science of Teaching has been received by the education community.
In The Art and Science of Teaching: A Comprehensive Framework for Effective Instruction, author Robert J. Marzano presents a model for ensuring quality teaching that balances the necessity of research-based data with the equally vital need to understand the strengths and weaknesses of individual students.

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Experiential learning is the process of learning through experience, and is more specifically defined as "learning through reflection on doing".