Paragraph 1: Think about a favorite teacher – a teacher that helped to learn a great deal from, who helped to develop potential or who made you feel at home in the classroom. What characteristics did this teacher have which allow to learn, be comfortable, or grow?
Paragraph 2: Think about a least favorite teacher – a teacher who simply could not learn from, interfered with personal growth, or created a sense of unease in the classroom. What characteristics did this teacher demonstrate that shut down the ability to learn, stunted your personal growth, or made others uncomfortable?
Paragraph 3: In a short descriptive paragraph, compare the characteristics of the favorite teacher with the characteristics of the least favorite teacher.
Paragraph 4: Identify two elements from the video and article on Growth Mindset (AKA How to Help Every Child Reach Their Potential by Dweck) that connects to own experiences of being a student? (Cite evidence)
End the post with a critical thinking question that classmates can expand on in their responses.
Guiding Questions:
How do great teachers act?
What do great teachers do?
How do great teachers present themselves professionally?
How does a great teacher make you feel?
What is special about a great teacher?
Make sure to cite resources for support.
Link: https://youtu.be/3tJPeumHNLY
