How much do you Know about Teaching?

One of the biggest barriers to being a highly qualified teacher is the loss of desire to continue to learn about students, teachers, instruction and the myriad of topics that define education today. Many teachers shun research often claiming that research doesn't define the real classroom. It's a weak claim. Even though there is good research and bad research there is a wealth of useful information from knowledgeable people who are passionate about their work.


Teachers benefit from being passionate about teaching. Those are the ones who belong to professional organization and are well-versed on contemporary educational issues. But their are the all-too-typical teachers who teach like they were taught. They need to know no more than what they recall about their favorite teachers.