A Lesson For Teachers

A Lesson For Teachers

"The teachers place in society is of vital importance. He acts as the pivot for the transmission of intellectual traditions and technical skills from generation to generation and helps to keep the lamp of civilization burning" --
                                                                            Dr. S. Radhakrishnan

Teachers are second mothers.They are responsible for moulding the personality of students.They impart education as well moral values.They are role models for students.How should they be?

I have seen different kinds of teachers in my life.Some of them took this profession because they wanted  to,some others became teachers by chance.A teacher should  have interest in his/her own profession and should know the importance of their profession.

Teachers can cultivate interest among students towards various subjects.But how can they do this?Taking class continuously for hours together will not help them gain students attention.Its heard that a normal person can concentrate continuously for 20 minutes only.Teacher should have control over the class and that doesn't mean that he/she should be very strict. He/she should nurture the ideas of students and let them become free thinkers.

Learning should be made a joyful experience.Classes should be made interactive rather than one way lecture.Lessons should be taught with the help of games or activities.Make them picturise the situation.This can help in understanding the concept better.Tons of homework will not help either.

Teachers should treat every one equally.They should know that every one comes from a different background.They should know about the background of each and every student.Special attention and care should be given to the needy.Teachers should also stress on moral values and personality.Only bookish learning cannot help students achieve great heights.Schools should be a place for infotainment that is  information along with entertainment.This can help in creating a pleasant environment in classroom.

Teachers should be well prepared before taking lectures.The way of teaching also matters a lot.Gestures and actions can help them convey the content better.

I had teachers who inspired me to chase my dreams and some others who wanted me to become a bookworm.Some have very special place in my heart.They guide me when my journey becomes difficult.I call them TEACHERS.