• By Michael Okosun
• Feb 07, 2025

The Test of a Good Teacher

The test of a good teacher lies not in the ease with which their students answer questions, but in the curiosity they ignite, the minds they expand, and the questions they inspire.

A good teacher is not one who merely imparts knowledge, but one who kindles a fire of inquiry, a flame of fascination, and a passion for discovery. They are the catalysts who spark a chain reaction of curiosity, encouraging their students to ask questions, to seek answers, and to explore the unknown.

The true measure of a teacher's greatness is not in their ability to provide answers, but in their capacity to inspire questions. For it is in the asking of questions that we learn, that we grow, and that we evolve. It is in the pursuit of answers that we develop our critical thinking skills, our problem-solving abilities, and our creativity.

A good teacher is one who creates a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment, where students feel encouraged to ask questions, to challenge assumptions, and to explore new ideas. They are the facilitators who foster a sense of curiosity, a love of learning, and a passion for discovery.

The questions that students ask are a reflection of their curiosity, their creativity, and their critical thinking skills. They are a testament to the teacher's ability to inspire, to motivate, and to educate. For when students ask questions, they are not merely seeking answers; they are seeking understanding, insight, and wisdom.

And so, the test of a good teacher is not how many questions they can ask, but how many questions they inspire their students to ask. It is not in the answers they provide, but in the questions they provoke. For it is in the asking of questions that we learn, that we grow, and that we become the best versions of ourselves.

Let us, therefore, celebrate our teachers, who inspire us to ask questions, to seek answers, and to explore the unknown. Let us honor their dedication, their passion, and their commitment to education. For they are the guardians of our collective future, the architects of our minds, and the catalysts of our potential.

And to all the teachers out there, let this be your guiding principle: inspire your students to ask questions, to seek answers, and to explore the unknown. For in doing so, you will not only be teaching them, you will be transforming them, empowering them, and inspiring them to become the leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow.