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The Courage to Teach

Parker J. Palmer

Wisdom that's been inspiring, motivating, and guiding teachers for two decades The Courage to Teach  speaks to the joys and pains that teachers of every sort know well. Over the last 20 years, the book has helped countless educators reignite their passion, redirect their practice, and deal with the many pressures that accompany their vital work. 

Enriched by a new Foreword from  Diana Chapman Walsh , the book builds on a simple good teaching can never be reduced to technique. Good teaching comes from the identity and integrity of the teacher, that core of self where intellect, emotion, and spirit converge--enabling 'live encounters' between teachers, students, and subjects that are the key to deep and lasting learning.

 Good teachers love learners, learning, and the teaching life in a way that builds trust with students and colleagues, animates their daily practice, and keeps them coming back tomorrow. 

Whether used for personal study, book club exploration, or professional development,  The Courage to Teach  is rich with time-honored wisdom, and contemporary clarity about the ancient arts of teaching and learning.

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