The Research on Life Changing Teaching

URL: https://www.edutopia.org/article/research-life-changing-teaching

Being an effective teacher is about more than just improving test scores—it’s also about making a difference in students’ lives. When we asked our readers to describe the traits of a life-changing teacher, they said that great teachers make their students feel safe and loved, possess a contagious passion for learning, believe their students can succeed—and always know when to be tough to help students reach their full potential.

This article presents 8 recommendations based on current research for how to be an exceptional teacher who truly makes a difference in the lives of their students.