The Art of Teaching

Back in April 2007, I wrote a rather lengthy blog about whether "teaching" was an art or a science. This was partially provoked by Bob Marzano's new book, The Art and Science of Teaching: A Comprehensive Framework for Effective Teaching. It was also provoked by a question posed by Edutopia Magazine.

At the time, I argued that, at best, teaching was a craft, and that teacher were indeed "craftsmen" or "artisans." My idea was not original, but I must admit, I liked my logic.

Anyway, the International Journal of Education Policy and Leadership has a new article dealing with the Art of Teaching (Vol 3, No. 1) and this time, they have some empirical evidence to back it up. Check out the article. Not bad.

~John Brandt