Effective teaching goes beyond knowledge delivery from "summary" of The Teaching Gap by James W. Stigler,James Hiebert
The true essence of effective teaching lies not merely in the transmission of knowledge from teacher to student, but rather in the comprehensive approach that educators take towards their craft. It is about going beyond the surface level of delivering information and delving into the nuanced art of guiding, motivating, and inspiring students to truly understand and apply what they are being taught. This concept is at the heart of the teaching gap explored by Stigler and Hiebert - the gap between what teachers could do and what they actually do in the classroom. To be an effective teacher, one must possess not only a deep understanding of the subject matter, but also the ability to engage students in meaningful ways that foster learning and growth. This involves creating a posi...
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