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Characteristics of an Effective Teacher


Every teacher seeks to be an effective teacher. Every teacher wants to have a positive, remarkable, and lasting influence on students' lives.

What makes for an effective teacher?

Organization and Clarity

  • explains clearly
  • is well prepared 
  • makes difficult topics easy
    to understand
  • uses examples, details, analogies, metaphors, and variety in modes of explanation to make material not only understandable but memorable
  • makes the objectives of the course and each class clear 
  • establishes a context for material

Dynamism and Enthusiasm

  • is an energetic, dynamic person
  • seems to enjoy teaching
  • conveys a love of the field
  • has an aura of self-confidence

Instructor-Group Interaction

  • can stimulate, direct, and pace interaction with the class 
  • encourages independent thought and accepts criticism
  • uses wit and humor effectively
  • is a good public speaker 
  • knows whether or not the class is following the material and is sensitive to students’ motivation
  • is concerned about the quality of his/her teaching

Instructor-Individual Student Interaction

  • is perceived as fair, especially in his/her methods of evaluation 
  • is seen by students as approachable and a valuable source of advice even on matters not directly related to the course

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