If you’ve missed last month’s article, where I talk about the role of the teacher and what makes a teacher a good teacher, you can read it here. Now, let’s look at the role of the student!
The word student comes from the Latin word studeo which means ‘I study’ or ‘I’m eager for’. The term student refers to someone who is dedicated to or eager for knowledge.
So, are you a student, really? Do you have dedication and eagerness to learn?If you are a student of Dutch (or of anything else) you might as well play your role well, right?
In my eyes, a good student is someone who:
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has a desire and a willingness to learn and gain knowledge.
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pays attention during class.
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actively engages with the class activities.
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makes notes.
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does the homework (or studies in their own way).
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has respect for the teacher and fellow students.
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(with groups) works well together with others.
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strives to improve themselves.
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is very aware of and okay with making mistakes, because that is part of the learning process.
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allows themselves to also enjoy the journey (did you know we learn better when we enjoy something?)
In my career of almost 7 years of being a teacher, I have gained so much experience about teaching, students and different types of students, that I also have a list of different types of students. I had so much fun creating this! Which one(s) are you? And no judgements on either one of them!
The perfect example who marks all the items listed above.
The one who always knows everything.
The one who never knows anything.
The attention seeker.
The one who can’t stop talking.
The hidden one you never hear.
The surprising one that suddenly shows they are much smarter than you thought.
The one you wonder why they are even there.
The Houdini that suddenly disappears after a few classes.
The multitasker who is doing different things at the same time.
The good-mood bringer.
The one who is (too) easily bored.
And I'm sure there must be more types out there!