Prior to being allowed to enter the profession, prospective teachers should be asked to talk with a group of friendly students for at least half an hour and be able to engage them in an interesting conversation about any subject the prospective teacher wants to talk about.
William GlasserRunning a school where the students all succeed, even if some students have to help others to make the grade, is good preparation for democracy.
William GlasserWhat students lack in school is an intellectual relationship or conversation with the teacher.
William GlasserUnlike the weak, the strong neither give up nor are driven by pain into rash or stupid behavior. They don't like pain any more than anyone else, but they are not willing to settle for short-term relief if it means reducing their options later. They don't rob Peter to pay Paul, they face reality now.
William Glasser