50 Of The Best Quotes About Teaching
‘Education is not the filling of a pot but the lighting of a fire.’ –W.B. Yeats

‘Education is not the filling of a pot but the lighting of a fire.’ –W.B. Yeats

“Every act of perception is to some degree an act of creation, and every act of memory is to some degree an act of imagination.”

‘You aren’t learning anything when you’re talking.’ –Lyndon B. Johnson

The following metacognitive prompts can help teachers reflect on the full picture of being an educator, including their well-being.

These quotes about critical thinking can be used to generate reflection, writing & discussion about critical thinking’s value in a society.

We’ve curated 50 of the best education quotes from the most compelling teachers and educational leaders in the field.

Teachers are given bar graphs on tests to show if they’re actually making a difference but there are other data points you should consider.
I am responsible for everyone and thing in this class and therefore at times what I say and do may confuse you or even seem unfair or wrong.

Besides teaching, there aren’t many jobs where it’s your job to work with so many children to make their life better on a daily basis.

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Dr. Seuss is gold–whimsical and visually interesting traipses through surreal worlds, and always full of life advice.
Students who are challenging–i.e. victims of disruptive childhoods–do not change overnight. They require time to grow.
In an effort to give back to his community, Chance the Rapper has noticed a disparity and is working to improve his hometown of Chicago.
Summer vacation is about to screech to a sudden halt. You’re on the beach Tuesday and Wednesday you’re back to Staff Preparation Days.