Traditional method of teaching is when a teacher directs students to learn through memorization and recitation techniques thereby not developing their critical thinking problem solving and decision making skills (Sunal et al 1994) while modern or constructivist approach to teaching involves a more interacting, student-based of teaching.
In the modern university teachers play an important role in the learning process and the range of its psychological and pedagogical impact on students is expanding. Teacher cannot be only a guide of knowledge and information; he should be an educator, psychologist, and psychotherapist.
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A Great Teacher Essay Throughout my life I have been taught by a number of teachers, all of whom have had some form of influence on me whether it be positive or negative. However, through this intellectual journey I have discovered many qualities that have distinguished these great teachers from the rest.
