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 To excel in the teaching field
you need to be:
Erudite
A sound knowledge in your area of expertise and a keen
interest to keep abreast of the latest happenings and breakthroughs are essential. A good grasp of your subject will help command
the respect you deserve from your students.
Vibrant
A healthy balance of
congeniality and strictness is the best attitude. You should be young at heart and mind, and be able to share the students'
interests. You should be an approachable person, ready to clarify doubts and lend your ears whenever necessary.
Articulate
You require good language and communication skills in order to express yourself
clearly. A good sense of humour can add spice to a dry lecture and enliven the classroom experience.
A love for teaching
A good teacher knows the art of capturing the attention of the students by
teaching the lessons in an interesting way. Unless you derive a certain amount pleasure from teaching, you cannot make learning a
pleasure for the students.
Innovative
Implementing novel methods of teaching will
help you make a lasting impression on the minds of the students. Using audio-visual tools to supplement your lectures, encouraging
student participation by conducting seminars, and organising exhibitions, are some of the tools you could use.
Patience
A calm and patient disposition will reduce your chances of getting overwhelmed or
hassled. At times you may have to repeat whatever has been taught already, or you may have to help clear doubts and answer
questions. This requires a good amount of patience and stamina.
Dedication
Above
all, a teacher has to be dedicated to the job of imparting knowledge and making learning a fun-experience. A certain amount of
selflessness is required in mentoring the students, empathising, taking a keen interest in their activities and contributing to the
over all development of the students.
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