Teachers: the Epitome of Pedagogy

Abstract

This study focuses on almost all factors, those if, found collectively in a teacher makes him a role model. The paper highlights the fact that an ideal teacher is one who is a friend, a performer, an artist, a speaker, an analyst, a trainer, a guide, an anchorperson and a judge. The paper concludes that the blend of personal and professional qualities and didactic knowledge of the subject are valued key points. This study also sets path for further and deeper discussion of images of a good teacher at all educational levels in general and at tertiary level in particular.

Key words: Role model; Quality Education; Lucidity; Ideal Teacher; Evaluation; Instructional objectives