Education
Think about some of the great teachers you’ve observed or had the pleasure of working with throughout your life. What made them great? What separates them in your mind from other teachers you’ve had?One thing that I’ve noticed is that exceptional teachers have an innate ability to inspire and motivate those they teach. Their focus is not on the content, curriculum, or goals that they’ve set for the year, but rather on the individual learner—where they are, what’s important to them. Finding a way to connect on that kind of a personal level and inspire them to work hard and do their best, foster a sense of curiosity and a desire to learn and grow and improve.I believe anyone can learn to do this and be this kind of teacher. We can all learn new ways to inspire and motivate those we teach.Today, I’m sharing three helpful strategies—three ways to help your students or choir members grow and reach their full potential.For show notes, click here.Resources mentioned:Ways to Praise: Words That Inspire, Encourage, and Motivate