Students never think it can be the teacher's fault and so I thought I was stupid. I was frustrated and would come home and cry because I couldn't do it. Then we got a new teacher who made math accessible. That made all the difference and I learned that it's how you present it that makes it scary or friendly.

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This quote highlights the impact that a teacher can have on a student's learning experience. The quote illustrates how the speaker initially felt inadequate and assumed their own stupidity when struggling with a subject. However, the arrival of a new teacher completely changed their perspective. The new teacher's approach to teaching math made it more accessible and less intimidating, ultimately transforming the speaker's perspective on the subject. It emphasizes the importance of effective teaching methods and how the way information is presented can determine whether it is perceived as intimidating or approachable.

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