For the past few weeks, we’ve shared the voices and stories of Inspired Teachers. These teachers are using feedback to inspire their students, giving students the gift of their full and undivided attention, and using questions to build children’s love of language.
In a recent episode of my favorite podcast Clear + Vivid, host Alan Alda described the difference between scientists who put their work out there in hopes that someone will receive it, and scientists who are truly communicators. The former exhibit a mindset of “I’m here to tell you.” The latter embrace the mindset “I’m here to excite you.”
As you reflect on your own practice, what are you here to do?
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