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“let us not teach / what we have learned badly / and not profited by” quote by H.D. (Hilda Doolittle
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““let us not teach / what we have learned badly / and not profited by””

H.D. (Hilda Doolittle

About This Quote

The admonition warns against passing on flawed knowledge or profiting from it, emphasizing ethical responsibility in teaching and learning.

In simple terms: Teach responsibly

Key Takeaway

Avoid spreading errors

Themes

ethics education integrity knowledge transmission social responsibility

Mood

cautious serious

Type

didactic moral

When to use this quote

  • teacher training programs
  • curriculum development meetings
  • peer‑review of instructional material

Key Concepts

pedagogical ethics learning fidelity profit motives

Practical Applications

  • ethical guidelines for educators
  • transparent source citation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we verify the accuracy of what we teach?
  • What incentives might compromise educational integrity?
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