Excellence is not an act but a habit. The things you do the most are the things you will do best.
Marva CollinsRead
Once children learn how to learn, nothing is going to narrow their mind. The essence of teaching is to make learning contagious, to have one idea spark another.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Teaching should inspire children to learn and explore new ideas freely.
This quote emphasizes the transformative power of education, suggesting that once children acquire the skills to learn effectively, they become open-minded and eager to explore a vast range of ideas. The essence of teaching lies in fostering an environment where learning influences further learning, creating a ripple effect of curiosity and innovation.
Themes
LearningEducationTeachingChildrenIdeas
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a teacher training workshop to highlight the impact of inspiring teaching methods.
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