Wednesday, June 24, 2009
The Courage to Teach
We all know that teaching requires a lot from us-mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually. I liked what Sherrie had to say about this: In order to keep teaching and not get burnt-out, we must find a way to get something out of it. There needs to be something that is continually refilling our well. If we're not careful, the water will run out and we'll have nothing to offer anymore to our students, even ourselves. I think one good way we ensure that we always have something to give is to make sure what we're offering is of worth to our students. They in turn will naturally, and gladly, give back to us.
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In the words of Dr. Don- AMEN!
ReplyDeleteThis book also talks about what kids want from teachers. It isn't necessarily great lesson plans or cute activities;what they want is authenticity from us. If we are excited, then they will be, too. If we fake it they can tell.
ReplyDeleteFor some reason we keep hiring humans to teach. Obviously, despite our shortcomings, we have something to offer.
ReplyDeleteBobbi, you certainly have the "refilling the well" idea correct.
I agree with Mark that our material must be fresh for us if we are to transmit it with enthusiasm.
By the way, "enthusiasm" can be translated (considering the Greek origin of the word)to "inspired by God."