what is a good teacher
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Explanation:
Think back to the very beginning of your teaching career. You were full of excitement (and energy) as the new school year approached. Instead of learning behind a desk, you finally would have the opportunity to teach in front of the classroom. The days to follow were filled with anticipation, smiles, and laughter. Then eventually, once the newness began to wear off; the hard times inevitably came along too. What kept you going was that one teacher that showed you what you were capable of. Whether it be through a helping hand or a quiet example, you knew that if she could do it then you could do it too.
In a recent survey, we asked our network of teachers to think about a teacher they admire and list the qualities they believed made those teachers effective. The following qualities of effective teachers were shared again and again:
Qualities of Effective Teachers
1. Love Their Students
One of the characteristics of an effective teacher is that these teachers feel privileged and honored to be a part in their students’ lives. They relate to their students by finding out what they’re interested in and then learning more about those interests. This way they can be more involved with their class and design lesson plans and reading material that is both relevant and exciting to their students.