The Wisdom-
These are two quotes from the educators we were told to research this week from the "Sectors from the Early Childhood Field" multimedia presentation. The two people I chose were Dr. Sammuel Meisels and Dr. Deborah Stipek. Both have very strong opinions about how children should be taught. Their insights have really put a new perspective on the type of teacher I want to be.
“Teachers can motivate students only if they themselves are motivated. They can make students feel valued and secure only if they feel valued and secure; they can foster enthusiasm for learning in students only if they are enthusiastic about teaching. The school culture can make or break a teacher in the same way that the classroom culture can support or undermine students' efforts to learn.”
-Dr. Deborah Stipek
“Results from high-stakes tests should not be used as proxies or substitutes for teacher quality and child learning.”
- Dr. Samuel J. Meisels
The Passion -
"I just simply love children!"
- Louise Derman - Spartks
I love your quotes. I expecially love "Teachers can motivate students only if they themselves are motivated." If you are not motivated than how can you motivate someone else.
ReplyDeleteThe quote regarding teacher motivation is so true. It is sad to say, but there are many educators who are not in it for the right purpose. They are not motivated. While we continue to focus on our student's mental health, and environment, we must remember to pay attention to our educators as well. Without the support; you will have an non-sturdy foundation.
ReplyDeleteIts inspirations like these that make me proud to be an educator
ReplyDeleteKelly,
ReplyDeleteI agree that results from tests should not be used as substitutes for teacher quality. Nothing compares to having the passion to help children learn. Teachers should simply make learning fun and engaging.