Two Religions of Teaching

Two Religions of Teaching Ideology Ideology “I’m the main source of information” “I’m one of the many sources of information “Competitions and comparisons accelerate learning” “Cooperation and sharing accelerate learning” Teachers’ Role Teachers’ Role Instructor / Explainer (Boss) Learning facilitator (Partner) Classroom Environment Classroom Environment Social relationships are weak among students Social relationships are strong among students Lack of positive thinking High positive thinking Factors of motivation are external Participants are internally motivated Students show lack of responsibility Students show/feel sense of responsibility and ownership Fewer students involve for less time More students involve for more time Only those who know can participate Everybody participates Fear of failure during work No fear of failure Outcome Outcome Dependent learners, dependent human beings, dependent nation Independent learners, independent human beings, independent nation Low aims for life with low self image High aims for life with high self image Thinking and decision abilities are low Thinking and decision abilities are high People are good followers. Potential slaves People have good leadership skills. Potential rulers.