Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

I would have the studies elective. Scholarship is to be created not by compulsion, but by awakening a pure interest in knowledge. The wise instructor accomplishes this by opening to his pupils precisely the attractions the study has for himself. The marking is a system for schools, not for the college; for boys, not for men; and it is an ungracious work to put on a professor.

I would have the studies elective. Scholarship is to be crea

Summary

This quote suggests that instead of forcing students to study, their interest in knowledge and scholarship should be naturally nurtured. The ideal teacher should awaken this interest by sharing their own genuine passion for the subject, allowing students to discover the intrinsic value of the study. The quote also argues against the use of marking as a tool in college education, claiming it is better suited for schools and younger students. It implies that grading can be a burdensome and impersonal task for professors, potentially undermining the true purpose of education.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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