The Tao of Teaching: The Special Meaning of the Tao Te Ching As Related to the Art and Pleasures
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Book Overview
The Tao of Teaching is for teachers, parents, and any others who are looking for a book of wisdom on how to deal with people, especially children, in a learning environment. The Tao of Teaching is... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:155611415X
ISBN13:9781556114151
Release Date:December 1994
Publisher:Plume Books
Length:240 Pages
Weight:0.85 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 8.9"
Customer Reviews
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A philosophical look at teaching
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
This book is very philosophical and shows practical ways others have applied the ideas within. I found it to be a very easy read and each chapter stirred the brain juices. Have a notebook handy to jot down ideas. While I do not agree with everything, and at times it felt like I was reading "How to be a Jedi and a teacher!" the book is a joy and worth the read. Two warnings: First: This book is not based on any empirical evidence from researchers. It is solely based on the observations of the author in the classrooms of three teachers and how they unknowingly(?) have implemented the Tao in their teaching and how the Tao can influence your teaching. Second: If you do not believe the best learning comes from the student and not from the teacher, then you will gain very little from reading this book. You will think it hogwash that students could actually have ideas and take true responsibility for their education.
Simple Pleasures!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
"The Tao of Teaching" is an excellent book for both new and old educators alike. Not only does Ms. Nagel provide beautiful interpretations and wonderful explinations of the 81 principles of "Taoism" she does so through the every-day practices of teachers like ourselves. I found the book to be an excellent form of encouragement, helping me to search deep within myself to find those qualities that make me an efficient teacher. The book also provides practical examples of teaching in a way that not only brings joy to the children, but also to ourselves. I highly recommend this book to all teachers and educators, of all religious denominations!
TAO for us and our next generations
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Lao Tzé, himself beeing a teacher. Greta Nagel, herself beeing a supervisor of lecturers, this book helps teachers to refind time, enthousiasm and inspiration for teaching children and learning themselves about the easy way of living without stress.
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