Jaron Putnam Chapter 8 Summary:
While practicing is
great. We can learn a lot about how to increase in skill from certain people
called talent whispers. Talent whispers don't have to be incredibly loud or
outspoken people. We often think of them as being pep talk givers, or inspiring
motivating people. The best teachers are often those who can give incredibly
small, incredibly specific amounts of feedback. They are quiet, and thoughtful
and very observant. They are "careful, deliberate cultivators of
myelin." John Wooden is an example of a coach who is a talent whisperer.
He uses a method of giving constant information to his athletes. Small sections
of concise truth. A "Wooden" is his way of demonstrating the right
way, the wrong way, and then the right way of how to do something. The other
example of a great teacher come from the teachers who are able to ignite young
students. Mrs. Epperson was a genius at helping motivate young students to keep
working and improving. Both have incredible skill. Just in different ways.
Key Concept: As a
teacher, I need to learn how to be a talent whisperer and motivator. I should
seek to be a "deep practice" guide. Following the system of deep
practice but in a teaching setting.
Key Terms: Wooden
Talent Whisper
Making Connections:
I teach two piano lessons on Tuesdays. I want to try out this idea of being
motivating. I think this is something I can work on for young students.
Especially the idea that I treat them like mini adults. That I have respect for
them regardless of their age.
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