1- The fact that the teacher needs to care more than just about the student as a student of his/her own subject, but as an integrated subject who has plenty of needs and maybe problems. Therefore, the teacher should be sympathetic and understanding, neither acting mother-like nor disregarding students needs.
2- Most of us mentioned the importance of a teacher who is strict but at the same time, kind. One characteristic should not be an obstacle for the other to be present. As students we value teachers who are able to set rules and put limits without being too bossy, that is to say, those who are able to show that they are the authority without being authoritarian. At the same time, kindness is a good quality for a teacher to have because students do not like someone who does not treat them well. This attribute is related with N°1 as someone who is kind will tend to care more about his/her students, which results in more explanations, extra help, etc.
3- The ability to engage students in classes may also be one of the most important skills of a teacher. This characteristic will really show if a teacher is a good one or not, because turning a class into a fun and interesting one for ALL students is not an easy task. As formerly students at school we value those teachers who were ingenious enough so as to turn everybody's attention to what they were saying. Intriguing and exciting lessons are the result of a creative and resourceful teacher.
4- Last but not least, the key word for a teacher would be passion. Passionate teachers really transmit a positive energy and love for their subject when teaching. It really shows when a teacher enjoys what he/she does and it definitely influences his/her students' reaction towards the subject. Apart from these four features there are others, mentioned by my classmates and myself which are also important and which a teacher should possess. For example, he/ she commits to the work (Laura, Samanta, Federico, me), shows respect (Laura, Magalí), motivates students (Natalia), encourages an open and trusting learning environment (Carla, Laura), fosters critical thought (Laura), provides positive and personal feedback (Yoana).
It is difficult to choose one or two of these characteristics to define what good teachers are, perhaps because they seem to use many of these strategies and skills combined ones with others
Last, I share with you the wordle Magalí, Eliana and I created:
