When Schools Think More About Data Than Understanding
Teaching is easy. Teaching well is very, very hard to do day in and day out, especially in the schools that need it most.
Teaching is easy. Teaching well is very, very hard to do day in and day out, especially in the schools that need it most.
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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.
If you want a child to give up, constantly emphasize their shortcomings and let them know you’re doing so for their own good.
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