Teaching With Tenderness

shift from teacher as knower and judge to student as learner, producer, and center of the project can be uncomfortable. But as Ward's experience shows, that is when learning will take place for both. This is the intent of the consulting process discussed here. When we give up control and act as relative equals, we make ourselves vulnerable. This is

Most importantly, a teacher can use storytelling. Not only is storytelling an entertaining way to engage and entertain students, but it opens your heart to your students. It demonstrates your humanity, your authenticity, and your vulnerability. It’s a way to establish trust and faith with your students. It connects you to them.

They are people who value their students, identify their potential, and get them to believe in themselves.