On the occasion of Vietnamese Teachers' Day, November 20th, I would like to share some thoughts on the teaching profession in the new era and the journey of building happy schools as set forth by the education sector.
Always dream
Teachers should always have dreams for themselves, aspirations for their children and families, and a lifelong career. This helps them listen with sincere hearts, create useful lessons and experiences, and help students progress through each educational activity. After school, when they return home, teachers should cast aside their worries and find peace with their loved ones.
Learn on your own, learn on your own, learn on your own!
Life is constantly changing, and the rapid digital transformation demands that teachers learn anytime, anywhere. Educators must hone their professional skills to meet the requirements of the curriculum and help learners gradually improve themselves. Teachers must diligently engage in self-learning to set a good example for their students.
For example, a physics teacher who is good at math will teach much better; a physics teacher with English skills will deliver more engaging lessons; a physics teacher who explores chemistry will create more insightful integrated lessons; and a physics teacher with a touch of poetry or literature will be able to introduce and present problems in a way that captivates students right from the start. With such a system, students will be increasingly happy participating in the lesson, and the process of self-learning will become the path to a happy school.
Happy schools start with happy teachers.
Innovate teaching methods.
Teachers should not be content with old lectures or rely solely on textbook knowledge; they need to be proficient in the subject matter and innovate their lectures.
Each lesson cannot be captivating from A to Z. However, one or two details (in the lesson) are essential to create a meaningful collaboration between teacher and students. For example, the teacher can refresh the way they present the problem, add interesting questions to an old math problem, tell a story, play a game, share a folk song or love poem about student life, highlight filial piety, or create an unexpected situation… A happy school is within the reach of the teachers!
Understanding students
By understanding the circumstances and personalities of the students in their class, teachers can develop the right and appropriate methods for each student. From there, teachers can assign tasks, ask questions, and offer praise or criticism in a way that makes students feel cared for and respected.
To ensure students remain active, proactive, and self-motivated in their studies requires significant effort from teachers. Therefore, teachers need to be close to their students, listening to them as if they were their own children, so that the classroom becomes a second home, a happy corner in a happy school.
Cooperation and sharing
During meetings (with subject groups, professional teams, or the pedagogical council) at school, teachers should "sit down here" and share the advantages and difficulties of their colleagues... Teachers can frankly and skillfully discuss issues through professional development sessions, group activities, and even during informal gatherings.
To cultivate teachers, let's start with a community that lives selflessly, honestly, and unitedly. Change a little each day, gradually, like a ripple on a calm lake, spreading waves of happiness to teachers, students, and parents.
Exercise
Teaching is a demanding job, requiring teachers to have good health and a cheerful spirit. Depending on their circumstances, preferences, and conditions, teachers choose their own methods and exercise regimens and consistently practice them every day. Good health is essential for teachers' happiness, enabling them to actively participate in school activities, control their emotions when dealing with unruly students, be harmonious with colleagues, and maintain friendly relations with parents. A happy school begins with teachers cultivating good health!
Teachers play a central role in building happy schools.
Proud to be a teacher
Despite the ups and downs, and the bitter truths of excessive fees and rampant tutoring, many teachers remain wholeheartedly dedicated to their students. Not to mention the countless devoted parents and exemplary students who continue the noble tradition of respecting and honoring teachers. As a truth, the nation rejoices when every teacher possesses competence, responsibility, a love for their profession, and a love for their students.
The mission of education is noble, and we educators have every right to be proud of it; that has always been true. This pride helps teachers stay steadfast on their journey to building happy schools.
If teachers improve themselves, education changes, everyone agrees, and the whole country cares about education, then we will have happy schools.
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