Chapter 7 Teaching difficult academic material

"But if the teacher supports teenagers in proving their strength, ability, and independence through demanding intellectual action, kids can experience the adventure and excitement of an expedition into new territory." (123). This quote helps to point out things teachers are able to do to their students. When teachers can prove students strengths and help point out their abilities it allows the student to gain confidence and self esteem in certain subject areas. When students are sure of themselves they are much more likely to share ideas and talk about their point of view among the class. This helps to create a comfortable environment for the students.

When teachers are capable of pointing out students strenghts it helps to encourage them to keep learning. I remember when my high school teachers used to point out the good and positive points and it really encouraged me to push myself harder. When I actually experience as if I had accomplished something I had an amazing feeling inside. When I had accomplished things in high school and was able to see the results it made me that much more eager to try and experiment with new things.