WHAT MAKES A GOOD TEACHER?

Read the following list carefully and try to determine what characteristics listed below are most important to be a good teacher. Put them in order, the most important No. 1 and so on. Place the ranking on the blank in front of the statement.

Teacher's ability to:

_____ communicate effectively with students

_____ understand feelings of students

_____ listen to other people's opinion

_____ dress neatly and attractively

_____ keep order in the classroom

_____ be fair when disciplining

_____ be informed on the latest information in subject area

_____ use many different methods (videos, overheads, books)

_____ expect high levels of achievement from students

_____ be liked by students

_____ cooperate with students' wishes

_____ communicate effectively with parents

_____ admit to error if a mistake is made

_____ keep good records

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