During a time of reflection, six C’s came to me as representing effective, Christian teaching. Our dear friend, Karen Debenport, reminded me of one I have always included, but failed to add. See the first two replies:
Christ-centered
Curiosity of teacher. He or she is always learning.
Creative presentation
Clarity of thought
Charity toward those who disagree.
Compassion/true Christian care for everyone.
Compelling delivery. The teacher really believes what they are talking about and not just going through the motions.
I love how Andrew Delbanco reminds us (College: What It Was, Is, And Should Be, p. 63-64) that great teaching will always be in vogue.
Any other C’s you might add?
Compassion for the learner, he/she truly cares about the student(s).
Hey Karen,
I have always said love for God, students, and material is the triumvirate. My charity for those who disagree caused me to forget charity/compassion for those who don’t. Now we have seven. A perfect number!