What feelings come to mind when you think about emotions?
How would you describe a great teacher?
Good teaching can help you learn effectively and efficiently. Good teaching can help motivate you to achieve your best. Good teaching can provide you with the tools to succeed.
The Importance of Good Teaching
effective learning: An educational experience that provides clear and measurable outcomes. motivation: The desire to do something or take action. tools: Instruments or resources used to accomplish a goal.
Concepts:
What makes a good teacher?
- Provides clear instructions
- Shows enthusiasm for the subject matter
- Is patient and supportive with students
- Encourages student participation
- Gives meaningful feedback on assignments
Walter Mischel's famous marshmallow experiment showed that students who waited longer for a reward had higher SAT scores than those who did not. The average teacher in the United States makes about $58,000 per year. In 2018, there were more than 3.7 million teachers in the United States.
Fun facts:
Draw / write: How do you think good teachers make a difference in their students' lives?
Draw / write: What qualities do you think make a good teacher?
What strategies have you seen successful teachers use to create an effective learning environment?
What have you learned from a good teacher that has stayed with you?