One of the problems with teaching is that there's a temptation to evaluate what we do in the classroom based on how clever it aligns with a larger philosophy , or even how gratifying it is to use not necessarily how effective it is...

Doug Lemov
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Education is all about people learning the facts. But the truth is, facts are not enough. Teachers must also work to make their lessons relevant to students outside of the classroom, and they must do so in a way that inspires them to want more.

Source: Teach Like A Champion: 49 Techniques That Put Students On The Path To College

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