What Does Great Teaching Actually Look Like?
Let’s be honest: great teaching isn’t about having the perfect lesson plan or the most beautiful slides. It’s about what happens between you and your students in those small, powerful moments that shape learning.
Think about this: You’ve planned a lesson on photosynthesis. Halfway through, you notice confused faces. Instead of plowing ahead, you pause and say:
"Let’s do this together."You grab a plant from the windowsill, a flashlight, and a bottle of water. Suddenly, your classroom becomes a mini-laboratory. The students ask questions, predict outcomes, and you guide them through the process, adapting on the spot.
By the end, they’re not just memorizing; they’re understanding.
That’s great teaching:
Observing your students closely.