Acquire a government over your ideas, that they may come down when they are called, and depart when they are bidden.
Isaac WattsRead
Instructors should not only be skilful in those sciences which they teach, but have skill in the method of teaching, and patience in the practice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Instructors need to be knowledgeable in their subject matter and effective in their teaching methods while also being patient with their students.
This quote by Isaac Watts emphasizes the importance of a balanced skill set for instructors. It highlights that possessing expertise in a specific subject is not sufficient; effective teaching also requires mastery in pedagogical methods and a high level of patience. This combination leads to better educational outcomes and fosters a supportive learning environment for students.
Themes
EducationTeachingPatienceSkillsInstructors
In practice
Example use cases
In a teacher training workshop, this quote can be used to emphasize the importance of teaching methods.
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