Teachers Quote by Alexei Panshin
““I want to make it clear before we begin that I think your purpose is to learn and mine is to help you to learn, or to make you learn, though I doubt either of you has to be made. I have very little interest in writing out progress reports on you, or sticking to form charts, or anything else that interferes with our basic purposes. If there is anything you want to learn and have the necessary background to handle, I'll be ready to help you whether or not it is something that formally falls among the things I'm supposed to teach you. If you don't have the background, I'll help you get it. In return, I want you to do something for me. It's been many years since I was last a tutor, so I expect you to point out to me when I fail to observe some ritual that Mr. Quince holds essential. Fair enough?””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview with Alexei Panshin, 1990s
A mentor offers learning support without rigid reporting, emphasizing mutual growth and flexibility.
In simple terms: A teacher helps you learn freely and expects feedback.
Key Takeaway
Offer help and ask for honest feedback.
Themes
learning
mentorship
flexibility
feedback
Mood
encouraging
collaborative
Type
instructional
supportive
When to use this quote
- tutoring sessions
- online courses
- skill workshops
- peer mentoring
Key Concepts
pedagogy
reciprocity
self-directed learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance freedom with accountability?
- What feedback loops improve learning?
A Different Perspective
May lack structure for those who need formal guidance.
