It is almost a miracle that modern teaching methods have not yet entirely strangled the holy curiosity of inquiry; for what this delicate little plant needs more than anything, besides stimulation, is freedom
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Modern teaching risks killing curiosity; freedom and stimulation are needed to protect it.
- In plain terms
- Curiosity needs freedom to grow, not just strict teaching methods.
- What can you take from it?
- Protect curiosity by giving learners freedom to explore.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What stifles your curiosity?
- How do you foster inquiry?
Another view
Structure is also needed to focus learning effectively.
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