How to build innovative students | Egypt

Reflection on Educational Leadership & Teaching Philosophy

We used to suffer a lot for a long time because of teachers and their authority towards students through coursework grades. The idea of memorizing syllabuses was much more important than building creative mindsets.

My Approach as a Teacher

As a teacher, I learned from my old sufferings to start working and focusing on instilling in the students the idea of understanding the curriculum, not just memorizing it. I also work on the idea of empowering the students to be creative and innovative, creating personalities with leadership qualities.

Diverse Learning Methods

I allow the students to learn in their own way. For instance, learning through arts like:

* Visuals

* Flashcards

* Music

* Drawing

I also work on allowing students to learn in their own way and express themselves through:

* Logic

* Brain art

* Emotional and Social Intelligence

Curriculum vs. Real Progress

Curriculum is just words, big lessons, passive study, and memorizing chunks of words and information. But, when it comes to real progress, it differs a lot. There is a big difference between memorizing curriculum and building real and unforgettable knowledge that builds a powerful, resilient generation able to face the world.

Teachers and leaders must not say to students, "I wish you best of luck" and leave them. But they must say, "I am always here for you, I will be at your side to guide you along your way, whether in the syllabus or your life." Anytime you need any assistance or want to ask me about curriculum or life, I will answer and assist you.

Also, we as teachers and leaders must be responsible for teaching our students how they can shift their mindset. For instance, replacing "I can't do that" with "How can I do it?" This mindset opens the door for solutions instead of staying stuck. We must treat failure as a lesson and measure growth, not comparison (instead of focusing on others, track your own progress).

Conclusion

To wrap up, I learned to be a real leader for my students, not just a traditional teacher. My goal is to lead and flourish their brains and personalities for the best and finest version, and also to make them the best version of themselves.