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Articles for Teachers
and Educators
Prof. Joe has written more than 150 articles for more than a
dozen print and on-line publications, including Teachers.net,
Empower Magazine, IMDiversity.com, and Student
Leader
Magazine. Here are some of his most requested
articles for new teachers, including some from a few of his
friends. Enjoy!
by Professor Joe Martin
They say that imitation is the greatest form of flattery. Well if that’s true, this month I want you to NOT be yourself; I want you to pretend to be someone else. I know this is totally opposite of what you’ve been taught. “Don’t imitate anyone, just be yourself.” Well, that’s good advice, but it’s not totally accurate advice.
I once read a sign that said, “Be yourself, but only better!” I love that quote, and that’s exactly what I want you to be this month…better. But I want you to imitate and model someone who’s “better” than you (in the classroom).
As much success as you’ve already achieved (and I congratulate you), I want you to think back and remember your favorite teacher (i.e., the one who inspired you to teach and set the bar for what you considered a “good teacher” to be).
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