If a poet interprets a poem of his own he limits its suggestibility.
William Butler YeatsRead
Teaching is not filling up a pail, it is lighting a fire.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Teaching is about inspiring students rather than just providing them with information.
This quote by William Butler Yeats emphasizes the role of educators as igniters of passion and curiosity in their students rather than mere providers of knowledge. It suggests that true education goes beyond memorization and rote learning; it involves awakening a student's desire to learn and explore the world, much like how a fire ignites energy and warmth.
Themes
TeachingEducationInspirationLearningPassion
In practice
Example use cases
A teacher might use this quote to inspire colleagues at a staff meeting.
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