Assessment Quote by David McCord
“The decent docent doesn't doze; He teaches standing on his toes. His students dassn't doze and does, And that's what teaching is and was.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, early 20th century verse
A good teacher stays alert and engaged, inspiring students to stay attentive too.
In simple terms: Teachers stay active, students stay awake.
Key Takeaway
Be present and energetic in teaching.
Themes
education
engagement
attention
Mood
inspirational
encouraging
Type
motivational
teaching
When to use this quote
- classroom
- workshops
- training sessions
- public speaking
Key Concepts
pedagogy
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teachers maintain energy?
- What practices keep students focused?
A Different Perspective
If teacher is exhausted, alertness may wane.
![“Socrates and then Archesilaus used to make their pupils speak first; they spoke afterwards. 'Obest plerumque iss discere volunt authoritas eorum qui docent.' [For those who want to learn, the obstacle can often be the authority of those who teach]” quote by Michel de Montaigne](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/05d/michel-de-montaigne-142_authority_socrates-and-then-archesilaus-used-to-ma_751517.jpg)
