Effective teachers: give clear and concise directions, give clear expectations, have both positve and negative consequences for student behavior, teach with enthusiasm.
The difference between an effective and a master teacher can be distinguished by how well prepared the teacher handles any situation and circumstance that ensues. An effective teacher may be great at teaching objectives to students but have difficulty switching gears when the lesson plan does not work. A master teacher is not only effective, but can handle any given situation to continue student learning.
The 3 R's of education in North Carolina are Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships. An effective teacher knows the content of the subject that he teaches, makes real-world connections that are relevant to his students, and establishes a rigorous curriculum.
The Master Teacher does all this while taking on leadership responsibilities in the school. I believe the Master Teacher also develops the Relationship part of the 3 R's. Relationships with students, teachers, and within the community.
Effective teachers helps students meet their learning goals, teach the curriculum, and believe learning is important. They strive for their students to succeed and meet their learning goals.
Distinguishing between an effective teacher and a master teacher can be tricky! I think there is a fine line between effective teachers and master teachers. Master teachers do all of the above and go a step further. I would say master teachers do not acknowledge themselves as master teachers. They feel like there is always more for them to learn and areas for them to grow. These teachers are self directed learners that push themselves to learn new content and use the content they have learned. They are leaders within their school and community. They show a love of learning both to their students and colleagues.
An effective teacher provides the opportunity for all students in his or her class to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. As an expert in the content area, the effective teacher exposes students to multiple avenues to access, research, and learn information. An effective teacher allows students to practice independent learning, collaborating with peers, and mastering skills. A master teacher has the experience, skills, strategies necessary to modify instruction to meet the needs of each student individually. -Gwen
I am not sure teacher would consider themselves master teachers. I feel, as a teacher, I am an effective teacher but don't consider myself a master. There are always areas I consider need attention and more reflection. I do feel the most important area of teaching is building relationships with the students. The relationship to me is the foundation of everything I do in the classroom. Tim Mills
I believe an effective teacher strives to create an environment where students come first. They build relationships, promote cooperative learning, collaborate with other teachers, foster hands on learning and offer real-life experiences. Effective teachers participate in professional development to implement research based ideas and strategies. Master teachers are effective teachers who are leaders in the educational profession. They open their classrooms and share best teaching practices. They are constantly reflecting and changing instruction to meet the needs of their students and grow as a teacher. Master teachers are advocates for the education profession. They show leadership and have a true love of learning and teaching. Sara Haukos
I believe in a student centered classroom which fosters hands on active learning, real life experiences, and cooperative learning. I believe that the classroom is just four walls until the teacher enters and creates an environment where relationships are built and students feel excited and confident in their learning and the learning of others. Sara Haukos
I believe all students are not created equal. I believe teachers should provide an environment for optimal learning. The teacher should nurture as well as educate. Dixie Smith
Characteristics of effective and master teachers help students realize their potential and allow them to grow as learners in the classroom, community and individually. Of course our craft and content is important but we have a responsibility to challenge the norm and expose students to relevant and real-world information. Master teachers reflect on their teaching and EVOLVE!
I believe a master teacher shares the same core beliefs as an effective teacher. An effective teacher has the capability to teach content and achieve high test results, but a master teacher can inspire hope in a child and academic growth. A master teacher is passionate about their content, students, and school as a whole. They desire to see a student grow as a whole person. A master teacher shares with their colleagues new and innovative ideas that will assist the school community. A master teacher is reflective, and is always seeking ideas to grow. Nakita
I think effective teachers are "good" teachers and help their students learn. I feel a master teacher truly looks at each individual child/student and helps them reach their fullest potential. I feel a master teacher looks at many ways to teach not just one. I also feel a master teacher never stops learning themselves and is always looking for ways to improve their craft, ultimately for the benefit of the child/student. As a side note, I found it very interesting the other night at our first "face to face" meeting that even though we all teach different grades we all voiced a common theme and that was we all genuinely care for our students and we want what is best for them educationally speaking and as we prepare them to become citizens in our global community. It is a priviledge to work with you all. Dixie Smith
Two Qualities of a Master Teacher: Humility and Confidence
I had a tough time tackling this post a few weeks ago, as I think a lot of us did. I think its is hard getting past being humble, and most good teachers I believe are humble, because it is a required quality for a master teacher. We know that others (students) must come first, so that when it is time for us to shine or reflect on what we do well, we have a hard time doing it.
To reflect further on this, I believe that a "chip on the shoulder" attitude is not a bad thing to have as a teacher. Master teachers should feel that they are good at what we do. We know that students are learning each day in our classrooms. Children respond to us and our lessons. Confidence is a requirement as a master teacher because we should feel good about our teaching. We face too many obstacles that try to beat us down or get in the way: paperwork, standardized testing, inequality in pay, - did I mention paperwork? Confidence keeps us going forward.
And confidence should not be taken as arrogance. We do check our pride at the door each day to put our students first. But because we are confident in what we do and how we do it, that drives us to deliver quality education to our students. Confidence drives us to design dynamic and engaging instruction. Master teachers grab a hold of their confidence, shrug off the obstacles, and provide enriching learning experiences for children, all while keeping in mind that they must come first.
It’s so hard to be one of the last to post! I think everyone has posted such well-written, inclusive definitions of both an effective teacher and a master teacher. I found myself constantly saying, “Exactly!” as I read your posts.
An effective teacher quite simply is one who can assimilate knowledge, both concrete and abstract, from their curriculum into the consciousness of his/her students in many different ways depending on the specific students’ needs. A master teacher has an intangible and innate ability to create a culture of intellectual curiosity, safety, and knowledge-sharing so that deep and meaningful learning can happen on a daily basis. Master teachers do not stop with rote learning but continue to delve with their students into the curriculum until synthesis is achieved. Also, master teachers are happy in their jobs. (My students asked me to add that last bit- but I do agree with them!)
Effective teachers: give clear and concise directions, give clear expectations, have both positve and negative consequences for student behavior, teach with enthusiasm.
ReplyDeleteThe difference between an effective and a master teacher can be distinguished by how well prepared the teacher handles any situation and circumstance that ensues. An effective teacher may be great at teaching objectives to students but have difficulty switching gears when the lesson plan does not work. A master teacher is not only effective, but can handle any given situation to continue student learning.
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ReplyDeleteThe 3 R's of education in North Carolina are Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships. An effective teacher knows the content of the subject that he teaches, makes real-world connections that are relevant to his students, and establishes a rigorous curriculum.
The Master Teacher does all this while taking on leadership responsibilities in the school. I believe the Master Teacher also develops the Relationship part of the 3 R's. Relationships with students, teachers, and within the community.
Effective teachers helps students meet their learning goals, teach the curriculum, and believe learning is important. They strive for their students to succeed and meet their learning goals.
ReplyDeleteDistinguishing between an effective teacher and a master teacher can be tricky! I think there is a fine line between effective teachers and master teachers. Master teachers do all of the above and go a step further. I would say master teachers do not acknowledge themselves as master teachers. They feel like there is always more for them to learn and areas for them to grow. These teachers are self directed learners that push themselves to learn new content and use the content they have learned. They are leaders within their school and community. They show a love of learning both to their students and colleagues.
An effective teacher provides the opportunity for all students in his or her class to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally. As an expert in the content area, the effective teacher exposes students to multiple avenues to access, research, and learn information. An effective teacher allows students to practice independent learning, collaborating with peers, and mastering skills. A master teacher has the experience, skills, strategies necessary to modify instruction to meet the needs of each student individually. -Gwen
ReplyDeleteI am not sure teacher would consider themselves master teachers. I feel, as a teacher, I am an effective teacher but don't consider myself a master. There are always areas I consider need attention and more reflection. I do feel the most important area of teaching is building relationships with the students. The relationship to me is the foundation of everything I do in the classroom.
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ReplyDeleteI believe an effective teacher strives to create an environment where students come first. They build relationships, promote cooperative learning, collaborate with other teachers, foster hands on learning and offer real-life experiences. Effective teachers participate in professional development to implement research based ideas and strategies. Master teachers are effective teachers who are leaders in the educational profession. They open their classrooms and share best teaching practices. They are constantly reflecting and changing instruction to meet the needs of their students and grow as a teacher. Master teachers are advocates for the education profession. They show leadership and have a true love of learning and teaching.
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I believe in a student centered classroom which fosters hands on active learning, real life experiences, and cooperative learning. I believe that the classroom is just four walls until the teacher enters and creates an environment where relationships are built and students feel excited and confident in their learning and the learning of others.
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I believe all students are not created equal. I believe teachers should provide an environment for optimal learning. The teacher should nurture as well as educate.
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Characteristics of effective and master teachers help students realize their potential and allow them to grow as learners in the classroom, community and individually. Of course our craft and content is important but we have a responsibility to challenge the norm and expose students to relevant and real-world information. Master teachers reflect on their teaching and EVOLVE!
ReplyDeleteI believe a master teacher shares the same core beliefs as an effective teacher. An effective teacher has the capability to teach content and achieve high test results, but a master teacher can inspire hope in a child and academic growth. A master teacher is passionate about their content, students, and school as a whole. They desire to see a student grow as a whole person. A master teacher shares with their colleagues new and innovative ideas that will assist the school community. A master teacher is reflective, and is always seeking ideas to grow.
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I think effective teachers are "good" teachers and help their students learn. I feel a master teacher truly looks at each individual child/student and helps them reach their fullest potential. I feel a master teacher looks at many ways to teach not just one. I also feel a master teacher never stops learning themselves and is always looking for ways to improve their craft, ultimately for the benefit of the child/student.
ReplyDeleteAs a side note, I found it very interesting the other night at our first "face to face" meeting that even though we all teach different grades we all voiced a common theme and that was we all genuinely care for our students and we want what is best for them educationally speaking and as we prepare them to become citizens in our global community. It is a priviledge to work with you all.
Dixie Smith
Two Qualities of a Master Teacher: Humility and Confidence
ReplyDeleteI had a tough time tackling this post a few weeks ago, as I think a lot of us did. I think its is hard getting past being humble, and most good teachers I believe are humble, because it is a required quality for a master teacher. We know that others (students) must come first, so that when it is time for us to shine or reflect on what we do well, we have a hard time doing it.
To reflect further on this, I believe that a "chip on the shoulder" attitude is not a bad thing to have as a teacher. Master teachers should feel that they are good at what we do. We know that students are learning each day in our classrooms. Children respond to us and our lessons. Confidence is a requirement as a master teacher because we should feel good about our teaching. We face too many obstacles that try to beat us down or get in the way: paperwork, standardized testing, inequality in pay, - did I mention paperwork? Confidence keeps us going forward.
And confidence should not be taken as arrogance. We do check our pride at the door each day to put our students first. But because we are confident in what we do and how we do it, that drives us to deliver quality education to our students. Confidence drives us to design dynamic and engaging instruction. Master teachers grab a hold of their confidence, shrug off the obstacles, and provide enriching learning experiences for children, all while keeping in mind that they must come first.
It’s so hard to be one of the last to post! I think everyone has posted such well-written, inclusive definitions of both an effective teacher and a master teacher. I found myself constantly saying, “Exactly!” as I read your posts.
ReplyDeleteAn effective teacher quite simply is one who can assimilate knowledge, both concrete and abstract, from their curriculum into the consciousness of his/her students in many different ways depending on the specific students’ needs. A master teacher has an intangible and innate ability to create a culture of intellectual curiosity, safety, and knowledge-sharing so that deep and meaningful learning can happen on a daily basis. Master teachers do not stop with rote learning but continue to delve with their students into the curriculum until synthesis is achieved. Also, master teachers are happy in their jobs. (My students asked me to add that last bit- but I do agree with them!)
The above is from me- Amy Stuart
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