Nucleus Learning

What makes a good teacher? Is it some genetic trait, that cannot be taught? Is it from experience or passion? Why are some teachers loved by some students and hated by others? On the other hand, why are some teachers considered “great” and others not so much? What characterisitcs do the “good” teachers have that are not present with OK teachers or the “bad” teachers?

If you go on Google and type in “What makes a good teacher?” millions of entries pop up. Everybody has a say in this. We all had good and bad teachers in school, and consciously or not, we rated them or ranked them according to which we liked, which teacher was really good, which teacher really taught us something, etc.

Here is my take on what I think makes a good teacher, from my experience of being a teacher.

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Guest post by Laura Anderson

When it comes to learning in school, math and science classes are arguably the most important ones. This is because the lessons we learn in these classes form the basis for most advanced studies that we pursue later on. These basics also help us develop an idea of how the universe works as we grow and mature. However, these classes can be challenging because of such complex and new topics being introduced to students. Not everyone can comprehend the same way, which is why they might find themselves struggling in class.

This situation can be quite distressing for both children and parents, as they think that they might lack skills. This is usually not the case, and it is simply a case of different students learning in different ways. This article will discuss 4 tips to improve your student’s success in science class. These tips will hopefully help you get rid of the anxiety you feel.

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