The Courage to Teach: Remembering the Why

Teaching is a profession filled with both challenges and rewards and requires the teacher to give of their heart and soul in the effort. It's a path that can lead to a deeply fulfilling career, fostering connections with students and colleagues in the pursuit of knowledge. Yet the inherent difficulties in teaching can feel particularly painful when so much is given. These difficulties can lead to cynicism and burnout if a teacher is not firmly grounded in the understanding of their identity as a teacher and chooses to teach with integrity. Parker Palmer delves into this crucial topic in his book "The Courage to Teach," offering compelling insights into the significance of these principles and guiding educators on how to align their values to teach with authenticity and integrity. In this session, guided by members of an ETE learning circle who discussed Parker Palmer's work, participants will embark on an exploration of its transformative principles. Drawing upon Palmer's wisdom, attendees will engage in discussions aimed at realigning their teaching methods with their core values and beliefs. Walk away from this session revitalized and with a renewed perspective on how to infuse your teaching with meaning and purpose.