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Education Quote by Martha Nussbaum

“People shouldn't be teaching if they break appointments, if they behave in an irresponsible way. I try to be down-to-earth and sensible. I want students to know I'm going to work for all of them and not play favorites and that I'm really going to do my work.” quote by Martha Nussbaum
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“People shouldn't be teaching if they break appointments, if they behave in an irresponsible way. I try to be down-to-earth and sensible. I want students to know I'm going to work for all of them and not play favorites and that I'm really going to do my work.”

Martha Nussbaum

About This Quote

Source Lecture: Ethics of Teaching, 2015

She stresses responsibility and fairness in education, urging teachers to be reliable and equitable.

In simple terms: Teachers must be dependable and fair.

Key Takeaway

Commit to consistent, impartial teaching.

Themes

responsibility fairness integrity

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

didactic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • classroom management
  • student mentorship
  • policy development

Key Concepts

educational ethics professional conduct

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can fairness be personalized?
  • What limits fairness in diverse classrooms?
A Different Perspective

Strict fairness may overlook individual student needs.

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