What is a good teacher?

My experienced of a good teacher was transformational on my end as a learner.He was a good teacher because he considered learning not just a case of individual ability. He did not rate or assess us -the learners based on who is the fast learner or slow learner rather, it is a kind of learning that sprouts from different possibilities and opportunities for students to hone, to develop , to practice skills to attain meaningful learning experiences. Why did I say so? because the traits and qualities mentioned was the kind of educator mentioned by Prof. Alex Moore , author of the book “The Good Teacher”. Hence, this kind of school climate would led to the development of the whole person taking into consideration the Delors Report in UNESCO on the pillars and purposes of learning, “Learning to know”, “Learning to do”, “Learning to be” and “Learning to Live Together”. This good teacher masters the art of teaching , the craft of teaching and the science of teaching . He did not only teach minds but he transformed lives because of the limitless opportunities and possibilities given to students. He was the kind of teacher whom students like to be with in their learning experience. His empathy and understanding encourages engagement of students in the learning process. When one sits in his classroom , one feels the joy of learning , not fear, threat and intimidation . What stuck me then , was the idea that perhaps this teacher was constantly reflecting on his practice, trying to be better everyday to provide a meaningful learning experience to others. Ergo, transforming lives!!!