Teaching as a Vocation and Mission
Summary
TLDRIn this video, Teacher Prey discusses the noble profession of teaching, focusing on its role as both a mission and vocation. The lesson encourages students to reflect on whether they see teaching as merely a job or a calling to serve others. Teacher Prey draws on religious and historical figures to highlight the concept of vocation and emphasizes the importance of teaching out of love rather than for financial gain. The video concludes by motivating future teachers to embrace their calling, pursue excellence, and find purpose in shaping young minds for a better future.
Takeaways
- 📚 Teaching is both a vocation and a mission, not just a profession.
- ❓ Students are asked to reflect on whether they see teaching as a job or a mission.
- 💡 Teaching as a vocation means answering a higher call to serve others, not just for personal gain.
- ❤️ If teaching is done out of love and dedication, it is considered a mission, not just a job.
- ✍️ Reflection questions encourage students to consider their purpose in becoming a teacher.
- 🌍 Teaching as a mission involves making a difference in the lives of students, similar to biblical figures who were called to serve.
- 👩🏫 The role of a teacher goes beyond financial gain and involves influencing students to become better and more human.
- 🔄 Teachers must commit to lifelong learning to continuously improve and provide effective education.
- 🌟 Passion and dedication are essential to living a meaningful life in the teaching profession.
- 🙏 The speaker encourages students to embrace teaching as a mission and reassures them that any initial doubts or regrets can be overcome through prayer and dedication.
Q & A
What are the two main themes of the lesson discussed in the script?
-The two main themes of the lesson are teaching as a vocation and teaching as a mission.
What is the expected learning outcome of this lesson?
-The learning outcomes include explaining teaching as a vocation and mission, and reflecting on this topic in relation to the students' chosen course.
What is the meaning of 'vocation' according to the script?
-Vocation comes from the Latin word 'voar,' meaning 'to call.' It refers to a calling, often from God or a higher purpose, to serve others.
How is the concept of 'mission' explained in the lesson?
-Mission comes from the Latin word 'Mission,' which means 'to send' or 'task assigned.' It is about being sent to accomplish a specific purpose, in this case, to teach.
What does it mean when teaching is considered a job, according to the script?
-Teaching is considered a job if one does it only for the pay, if they quit due to criticism, or if it doesn't interfere with other activities.
How does the script describe teaching as a mission?
-Teaching as a mission is described as teaching out of love and service, committing to it even at the expense of other activities, and viewing it as a lifelong purpose beyond financial reward.
What examples from religious history are provided to explain vocation?
-Examples include Abraham, Moses, and Mary from Christianity, Muhammad from Islam, and Buddha from Buddhism, all of whom answered a calling to serve others.
What advice does the teacher give to students who may not enjoy teaching yet?
-The teacher advises that it’s okay if students don’t enjoy teaching yet and encourages them to trust in the process, praying that they will come to love the profession over time.
What does the phrase 'once a teacher, forever a student' mean in the context of the lesson?
-This phrase emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and self-improvement as part of being a teacher, reflecting a lifelong commitment to education.
What is the 'peda mentality' mentioned in the script, and why should it be avoided?
-The 'peda mentality' refers to complacency and mediocrity in teaching, believing that minimal effort is enough. The script advises avoiding this mindset to strive for excellence in teaching.
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