Animals can communicate quite well. And they do. And generally speaking, they are ignored
Alice WalkerRead
I don't know. I imagine good teaching as a circle of earnest people sitting down to ask each other meaningful questions. I don't see it as a handing down of answers.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good teaching involves collaborative inquiry rather than simply imparting knowledge.
In this quote, Alice Walker emphasizes the importance of a collaborative learning environment where teachers and students engage in meaningful dialogue. Instead of the traditional approach of teachers providing answers to students, she advocates for a setting where everyone participates in asking questions, facilitating deeper understanding and connection among learners.
Themes
EducationTeachingCollaborationQuestionsLearning
In practice
Example use cases
In a teacher training workshop to highlight the importance of discussion-based learning.
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