Asking Quote by Oliver DeMille
“Instead of asking, "What can I do to make these students perform?" the great teacher says, "Something's not working! I must not be truly inspirational. What do I need to do to spark their passion to do the hard work to get a superb education?"”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Educational Leadership Conference, 2019
Effective teachers admit when methods fail and seek ways to ignite student passion for rigorous learning.
In simple terms: Admit failure, inspire effort.
Key Takeaway
Focus on student motivation.
Themes
education
leadership
reflection
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- classroom planning
- teacher training
- curriculum design
- student feedback
Key Concepts
pedagogy
inspiration
continuous improvement
Questions to Reflect On
- What changes can you make to your teaching style?
- How do you measure genuine student engagement?
A Different Perspective
Blaming students can overlook systemic issues.
