Teachers are more effective when they guide students to transform a concept or skill which the teacher has demonstrated, into a concept or skill which is uniquely their own. The environment where effective learning takes place is critical. A classroom needs to feel safe and comfortable. Students should feel that their sincere ideas and answers will be valued and considered. Participants should encourage questioning and personal interpretations and not stress one right answer to every problem.
Education is a matter of responsibility.
We are all teachers and learners and therefore should take primary responsibility for our own learning. Education is a matter of discipline. We must all have the discipline to learn the skills and attain the knowledge necessary for us to be a contributing member of our community. Education is a matter of curiosity. In order to advance our community, our culture, our world, we must want to explore others ideas and discover new information.