Journal Reflection #6

In your opinion, what is the single most important characteristic of an effective teacher?

The single most important characteristic an effective teacher must have is a positive attitude. A positive attitude is key to maintaining a positive classroom.  A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, positive events and positive outcomes. If a teacher can develop the ability to maintain positive at all times, most importantly when instructing new material the students will not only enjoy the material but learn it in a positive mindset.  It is obviously the most difficult characteristic to accomplish, simply because sometimes life happens. But to make the attempt to try and maintain yourself positive as a teacher will benefit each and every one of those kids sitting in front of you.  Maintaining a positive attitude will make you believe and act as if all students will be successful in your class.  There will be no losers in your classroom.  Students will live up to your expectations.