Teaching: The fine art of building a liveable world

?Victor Hugo, the great French litterateur and politician is believed to have said “he who opens a school door, closes a prison”. There cannot be a better one-liner to describe the importance of ‘Teaching’. It is a noble profession that holds the key to unlocking human potential and shaping the future. Teaching, by far has always risen to a pedestal that is often difficult to be reached by any other profession. If one looks at it carefully, teaching assumes the form of a ‘fine art’ that requires creativity, passion, and empathy, combined with the science of effective pedagogy and learning strategies. So much has been said and written about teaching, yet so much seems to have remained unsaid. Great teachers not only impart knowledge but also inspire, motivate, and instill a lifelong love for learning in their students.

??????A teacher is a term that can be associated with situations, events, or even a variety of species of life forms or non-living entities alike, the reference in this article is to the ‘Humans’. Teachers play a crucial role in the lives of students, serving as a support system that may be absent anywhere else. They serve as role models and sources of inspiration. They encourage students to define aims, to reach higher, to dream big, and to eventually achieve those aims. Moreover, by holding the students accountable for their decisions, they ensure that their potential is not squandered away in the quest for success. They teach the value and the importance of failing. They teach the value of hope and the light at the end of each dark tunnel of failure.?

Teachers, regardless of their backgrounds and the subjects they teach, possess the power to influence opinions and foster the development of ideas concerning society, life, and personal aspirations. Their guidance and mentorship play a vital role in shaping the beliefs and values of their students. The outcome of this profession is the education that the society receives. Education plays a fundamental role in the development of any nation. The youth in the society receiving proper education are being curated for a rewarding future and teachers are at the forefront of this delivery. They contribute immensely to the improvement of the quality of life for individuals and society as a whole.

Through their guidance, teachers not only impart knowledge but also foster creativity and productivity in their students. The emphasis laid by teachers on creativity and productivity has a lasting impact on future workers as a consequence. By encouraging curiosity and creativity, productive outcomes become more likely. Armed with these attributes, the students are more likely to become innovators and entrepreneurs and contribute to technological advancements. All of the above when put together, fosters economic development within the country.

Teachers hold immense importance as they serve the foundations of society. They act as role models for children, providing valuable guidance, and dedication, and empowering them with the gift of education. Through the efforts of teachers, nations can progress both socially and economically. When celebrating achievements, it is crucial to reflect upon and express gratitude for the teachers who played a pivotal role in making those successes possible.

Gangamma Valmiki is a Semester III MBA Student of the Batch 2022 - 24.

Article edited by Prof. Cdr Himanshu Joshi .