Quote by Robert Frost

There are two kinds of teachers: the kind that fill you with so much quail shot that you can't move, and the kind that just gives you a little prod behind and you jump to the skies.

There are two kinds of teachers: the kind that fill you with

Summary

This quote emphasizes the contrasting approaches of teachers. The first type of teacher stifles students by bombarding them with excessive information or constraints, leaving them overwhelmed and immobilized. Conversely, the second type of teacher gently nudges or inspires students from behind, igniting their potential and causing them to soar to new heights. It underscores the importance of nurturing and supportive teaching methods that empower students rather than suffocate them.

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