It is imperative that we
use our every capacity to stimulate students to think. They must not be
recording devices that playback information
for class discussion or tests with little thought
of future use. When there's pondering
and stimulation to incorporate a
truth into life, it will be resident in the
treasury of experience.
It can be drawn upon to
make correct decisions for a worthy, successful life. Ask carefully
formulated questions that stimulate thought. Even if the responses are
not entirely positive, they will increase
the probability that important lessons
will be learned. The questions should be clear
and motivate discussions. They should not
manipulate the student or put words into
his or her mouth. Discussions which invoke
a yes or no answer are weak and do little
to stimulate insight. However, they are appropriate
when inviting commitment.
