Education Quote by Isaac Watts
“Instructors should not only be skilful in those sciences which they teach, but have skill in the method of teaching, and patience in the practice.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: The Improvement of the Mind, 1749
Effective teaching requires both subject mastery and pedagogical skill, plus patience in practice.
In simple terms: Teach well by knowing the subject and how to teach it, with patience.
Key Takeaway
Combine knowledge, method, and patience.
Themes
education
pedagogy
patience
skill
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- classroom instruction
- teacher training
- curriculum design
Key Concepts
teaching methods
subject mastery
patience
Questions to Reflect On
- How can teachers develop both content expertise and teaching technique?
- What role does patience play in learning?
A Different Perspective
Great knowledge alone is insufficient without teaching skill.
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