It’s really interesting to observe this article speaking to
the teachers of today even though it was written in a different time and place.
For instance, the concept of open-mindedness which I’m sure is new to many citizens
even today was alive back then. This concept openly challenges traditional ways
of teaching where the teacher is thought to be the one that has knowledge of everything.
I found it relevant, I see teacher as a facilitator and guide, rather than authoritative
figure.
Furthermore, the discussion on responsibility and consequences
of our actions as teachers (or educators) makes me regard this profession even more.
However, it puts so much responsibility on the educator to be mindful of almost
everything we do, we say, we promote, etc. It’s touching to notice that the
educators can have long term effects on students’ lives.
Lastly, considering the discussion on self-reflection, I see
teaching as a life-long learning process, where learning happens in a variety
of formats. In other words, I, as a future educator, can’t imagine myself
improving without actively reflecting and/or critically thinking of my teaching
philosophies, approaches and styles.
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