Authority in the classroom is necessary. However, when correction becomes personal or control becomes pride, leadership weakens. True authority is calm, measured and free from the need to ’win’.
The next time a student challenges you, pause before responding. Ask yourself: “Am I correcting for their growth or defending my ego?”. Respond to reform, not to prove a point.
Children can feel the difference between strength and insecurity. Leadership rooted in humility commands more respect than leadership rooted in control. The strongest teacher commands respect through composure.
“Do not turn your face away from people in arrogance, nor walk upon the earth with pride.” (Qur’an 31:18)
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