The power of an educator…or you
As an educator you have to power to make or destroy someone’s day. I’m not talking about handing out grades. The power an educator has is much bigger than assessment. Everything in the world can be going wrong for that person but your compliment can ease their stress. Everything in the world could be perfect at that moment, but your accusation or criticism can ruin their day. (Really, this can be applied to all people, not just educators.) I’m also not simply referring to teachers addressing students. It includes teachers addressing students, teachers addressing other teachers, secretaries, administrators. Even administrators addressing faculty or students. Support personnel should not be left out. PEOPLE IN GENERAL!
Some will want to be strong and claim that another does not have that power over them. I disagree. Yes, we can choose our attitude and response. We can choose to work through a negative situation. However, we’re human and sometimes things just hurt. Before you speak, make sure you have all the information. Address the truth, not your version of it. Perception is not reality.
September 07 2007 10:01 pm | Education
September 10th, 2007 at 11:56 am
Good words!
September 10th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
Thanks Sage
September 15th, 2007 at 11:42 pm
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