Week 7 | It’s Not What You Teach, It’s What Kind Of Teacher You Are | PIDP 3260

As educators, we each discover the teaching style that best suits us. While continuous improvement is always possible, some personality traits are more innate and may require significant effort to change.

A striking point from the video “It’s Not What You Teach, It’s the Kind of Teacher You Are” caught my attention: “Never walk around the school without a piece of paper in your hand. The piece of paper gives the impression that you are busy, important, and always engaged in something” (1:40). This observation is compelling because it underscores how appearances can influence perceptions. Holding a piece of paper might create an impression of having a full schedule, thereby enhancing your perceived importance.

However, this approach has potential drawbacks. Appearing overly busy might make you seem unapproachable or disinterested in engaging with others, which could foster a sense of distance or unfriendliness.

Understanding the type of teacher you want to be perceived as often comes with experience. New teachers usually focus on improving course materials and establishing their teaching practice. It is only after gaining some experience and solidifying course content that we have the chance to consider how to express our personality and refine our teaching approach.

Facing challenges as a new teacher can be crucial in shaping us into better educators. These experiences help us identify areas for improvement and guide us in developing a more effective teaching style.

For my own teaching style, I aim to instil good working habits and set future goals to inspire students. Additionally, I will emphasise the importance of punctuality and adhering to a schedule, as these habits contribute to a productive and respectful learning environment.

Chahrozian , G. (2023). It’s Not What You Teach, It’s What Kind of Teacher You Are | Gregory Chahrozian | TEDxAUA. Retrieved from YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diFrz4RENEY