Able Quote by William Glasser
“Prior to being allowed to enter the profession, prospective teachers should be asked to talk with a group of friendly students for at least half an hour and be able to engage them in an interesting conversation about any subject the prospective teacher wants to talk about.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Reality Therapy, 1977
Prospective teachers should demonstrate conversational skill with students before entering the profession.
In simple terms: Teachers must show they can engage students early.
Key Takeaway
Practice engaging dialogue before teaching.
Themes
education
communication
assessment
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
evaluation
instructional design
When to use this quote
- teacher training
- interview process
- classroom management
- curriculum design
Key Concepts
student‑centered learning
dialogue skills
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we evaluate deeper teaching abilities?
- What other skills should be tested?
A Different Perspective
Assessing conversation may not predict teaching effectiveness.
