Chinese teacher’s night-time rehearsal stirs admiration
A teacher’s sincerity and dedication have sparked intrigue and admiration amongst netizens after a video of her lecturing in an empty classroom in the middle of the night went viral.
This incident, captured widespread attention on social media, as a woman teacher in Hebei Province, China, passionately delivering a lecture in a classroom late at night, despite there being not a single student present. This perplexing and somewhat eerie scenario sparked confusion and curiosity, with some speculating about possible supernatural occurrences.
However, the school principal later clarified the situation, revealing that the woman was a novice teacher who had a habit of rehearsing her lectures in advance to ensure flawless delivery during actual classes, reported Sanook. This was not the first time she had been observed doing so, and the principal expressed deep admiration for her dedication and innovative approach.
Once the truth was revealed, what initially provoked fear and confusion transformed into admiration for the teacher’s commitment. The majority of comments praised the female teacher for her diligence, love for teaching, and unwavering dedication to her students. Many believed that even if her teaching skills were not yet perfect, her students would undoubtedly benefit from her genuine care and devotion.
Fellow educators also chimed in with their thoughts.
“As a teacher who has been teaching for over a decade, I’m moved to tears seeing this image.”
“Before I taught my first class, I also had to memorise all the steps and even review every word in the textbook.”
The incident serves as a reminder of the lengths educators go to in their commitment to teaching, often unseen and behind the scenes.
The dedication of this teacher, captured in a moment of solitary preparation, has resonated with many, reminding us of the relentless effort and passion that often goes into the seemingly effortless act of teaching.