Cool Teachers Rule With Cool Teacher s Rules
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Cool Teachers Rule with Cool Rules
Title:
Cool Teachers Rule with Cool Rules
Summary:
When a teacher seems out of control, it can either be intimidating or highly entertaining for students. Let’s explore why the latter might be true. Many students secretly enjoy the thrill of hearing bold statements like:
"This year, there are two types of students in my class?"good students and bad students. Who's bad? Just try me, because I'm already starting a list?"even if it's only the first day!"
Or how about this one?
"I'm waiting for quiet. I SAID I'm waiting for quiet. How LOUD do I need to scream for silence? QUIET, please!"
Isn't it ironic how loud a request for quiet can be? If teaching through example is key, then constant yelling might inadvertently encourage students to be loud themselves.
My best teachers rarely raised their voices. They always seemed to be thinking three steps ahead. That's essential for kids. My students see me as a musical encyclopedia (I'm a music teacher). I always address their questions calmly and informatively.
The first rule for any teacher is simple: don't yell. With that in mind, here are a couple more rules: be humble and learn to laugh?"especially at yourself.
On Humility:
Students love to poke fun at a teacher who is full of themselves. Occasionally, a teacher with a big ego can get away with it if they have exceptional qualities to back it up. However, arrogance often masks insecurities, which students find entertaining. Consider this quote:
"No one talks to me like that. Do you know who I've taught before? I know I'm a great teacher. Show some respect!"
This sounds like a resume, but students don’t want to hear a verbal resume. A competent teacher's actions should speak loudly on their behalf.
On Humor:
Being able to laugh is one of the most attractive qualities in a teacher, or anyone else for that matter. Humor connects learning with fun, which enhances absorption of the material. There’s a fine line between self-deprecating humor and being a pushover. Consider these responses:
Student: "Teacher, you're mumbling. How can I learn if I can't hear you?"
Insecure, pushover teacher: "I'm sorry. I know I mumble sometimes. You're not the first to say that. I really am sorry."
Insecure, mean teacher: "Maybe you should get your hearing checked. Never talk to me like that again. It's mean!"
Secure teacher: "You know what? I'll start drinking coffee again so I'm not mumbling. Sometimes, I can't even hear myself. By the way, now that I'm speaking clearly, can you play a concert B major scale on your trumpet?"
That's a challenging music scale! The secure teacher turns the student's complaint into an opportunity for a teaching challenge. Consequently, there aren't many wisecracks in my class.
Final Thoughts:
Be patient (no yelling), be humble, and learn to laugh. Also, keep in mind:
1. Be an expert in your subject. Continuously read and update your knowledge.
2. Enjoy your students and your role as a mentor. Sharing knowledge is one of the most rewarding experiences. It’s a privilege.
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