Quote by Maria Montessori

The teacher must derive not only the capacity, but the desire, to observe natural phenomena. The teacher must understand and feel her position of observer: the activity must lie in the phenomenon.

The teacher must derive not only the capacity, but the desir

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of not only having the ability, but also the eagerness, to observe the natural world as a teacher. It suggests that a teacher must have a deep understanding and awareness of their role as an observer, realizing that the core of teaching lies within the phenomenon itself. In other words, the teacher should actively engage with and draw insights from the natural phenomena they are teaching, allowing this interaction to shape and inform their teaching methods.

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