WHY TEACHERS MATTER

ROSE ANN S. DIVINA

Teachers inspire and motivate students to learn, grow and develop into successful cirizens adults. Most of the time, they go above and beyond their duties. They work long hours and even sacrifice their own time to ensure learners get the best education possible.

There are various reasons why teachers matter in the lives of students, inside and outside the classroom.

It has been known that good teachers inspire and motivate students to reach their full potential. They most likely will have a positive impact on students' earnings in the future.

This means that effective teachers impart knowledge and serve as role models and mentors. They help students build self-esteem, confidence, and a positive outlook on life.

Aside from motivating learners, teachers can employ differentiated instruction depending on the student, and use a variety of teaching strategies. They can tailor their instruction to meet the needs of students.

Great teachers also urge lifelong learning, and lplay a critical role in promoting this mindset. Teachers can emphasize the importance of learning and encourage students to embrace challenges, so that they can have a positive impact on students' academic achievement.

Teachers help provide students with quality education, which can build a strong and skilled workforce lessential for economic growth and prosperity.

They instill values such as empathy, resilience, and problem-solving, equipping lstudents with necessary tools to face challenges.

-oOoThe author is SST II at San Simon High School