Quote by Gail Godwin

Good teaching is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths pure theatre.

Good teaching is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths pu

Summary

This quote suggests that effective teaching is not just about academic preparedness, but also about the ability to engage and captivate students. It states that a significant portion of teaching involves the performance or theatrical aspect of instruction. In other words, a teacher with excellent preparation alone may not be enough, as successful teaching requires the ability to deliver the content in an engaging and impactful way. The quote emphasizes the importance of creating an immersive and dynamic teaching environment to effectively educate and inspire students.

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Education

By Gail Godwin

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