The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.
The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching.
Good teaching is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths theater.
I think the teaching profession contributes more to the future of our society than any other single profession.
The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts.
A teacher who is attempting to teach without inspiring the pupil with a desire to learn is hammering on cold iron.
Good teachers know how to bring out the best in students.
Children are like wet cement, whatever falls on them makes an impression.
A teacher's job is to take a bunch of live wires and see that they are well-grounded.