Blog #2 Chapter 1 from Fulfilling the Promise

On page 12 of this reading assignment, Tomlinson says, “… the most effective teaching does not seek transmission of knowledge isolated from human need, but rather attempts to help young learners discover the power of knowledge to reveal, amplify, and develop the best that is in them.” What does this mean to you

This statement is so strong and important because I truly believe that students need to learn that they have the power to make a difference for themselves and that they should take responsibility to be the best student that they can be. I love how she uses the word "discover" because it makes me think that it is a process for students to learn who their best self is, and to learn how to be their best self in the classroom. This is a very rewarding process for both the teacher and the student! I hope to be an effective teacher and teach my student's more than just content, I hope to teach them that they are great the way they are and that they are the most important person in the decisions that will make them the best person that they can be. I hope to give my students the power to control their own lives, their own destiny and give them the power to believe in their dreams and what is important to them.