Colleagues Quote by Hyman Bass
“Knowing something for oneself or for communication to an expert colleague is not the same as knowing it for explanation to a student.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Learning to Teach, 1995
Knowing something for personal use or expert communication differs from understanding it well enough to teach a student.
In simple terms: Teaching requires deeper, clearer understanding than personal use.
Key Takeaway
Focus on clarity when teaching.
Themes
education
communication
knowledge transfer
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
advice
observation
When to use this quote
- classroom teaching
- training sessions
- peer tutoring
Key Concepts
pedagogy
expertise development
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test your understanding before teaching?
- What strategies help simplify complex ideas?
A Different Perspective
Teaching may expose gaps in your own knowledge.
