Education Quote by Christopher Emdin
““The longer teachers teach, the better they are at their practice. That practice may serve to empower students or it may break the students’ spirit. That decision belongs to the teacher.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Teaching to Transform, 2015
Long teaching experience can empower or demoralize students; the teacher’s intent shapes the outcome.
In simple terms: Teachers can lift or break students.
Cultivate empowering teaching practices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom
- mentor training
- curriculum design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure your teaching empowers?
- What signs indicate a student feels broken?
Teachers may unintentionally harm students.