“I've come to suspect that whenever any ability is difficult to learn and rarely performed well, it's probably because contraries are called for - patting the head and rubbing the belly. Thus, good writing is hard because it means trying to be creative and critical; good teaching is hard because it means trying to be ally and adversary of students; good evaluation is hard because it means trying to be subjective and objective; good intelligence is rare because it means trying to be intuitive and logical.”
Quote by Peter Elbow
Work
Embracing contraries: explorations in learning and teaching
This book delves into the intricate relationship between learning and teaching, emphasizing the importance of integrating contrasting viewpoints and methodologies to foster a more dynamic and effective educational environment. more
Author
Peter Elbow
Peter Elbow is an American author and educator, born on April 14, 1935. His works are renowned for exploring the writing process and creative thinking, having a profound impact on modern writing instruction. more
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