Attention Quote by Dave Eggers
“So this is the space during tutoring hours. It's very busy. Same principles: one-on-one attention, complete devotion to the students' work and a boundless optimism and sort of a possibility of creativity and ideas.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Talk at The New York Public Library, 2015
Tutoring thrives when each student receives focused, devoted attention, fostering optimism and creative possibilities.
In simple terms: Focused attention sparks optimism and creativity.
Provide individualized, enthusiastic support.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom tutoring
- one‑on‑one sessions
- after‑school programs
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we maintain boundless optimism in busy tutoring settings?
- What strategies keep creativity alive under time pressure?
Limited resources can hinder sustained one‑on‑one attention.