We know its not ideal, but the Staffroom is best explored on a desktop :)
We know its not ideal, but the Staffroom is best explored on a desktop :)
We know its not ideal, but the Staffroom is best explored on a desktop :)
We know its not ideal, but the Staffroom is best explored on a desktop :)
Competitors
The 'Competitors' are teachers, whose practice centers around their self-esteem. Becoming a teacher was a logical career choice for them.
Their competitive nature drives efficiency and sincerity. To protect their chances of success, they stick to rote teaching and rarely adopt new approaches or tools.
They maintain emotional distance, imposing strict discipline and categorizing students as deserving or non-deserving. They are calculative in the effort they invest in each student.
Their focus is strictly academic, measuring success by student marks. They highlight student achievements as their own, but deflect responsibility when outcomes are poor.
Detached from their role, they focus on completing core tasks. They achieve results, but only go the extra mile if their self-esteem is at stake, as their effort serves personal validation, not student growth.
Defines their Purpose as
Limited to Self
Anchored to Student
Anchored to Society/Nation
Motivation to Teach
Amotivation
External
Introjected
Identified
Intrinsic
"Teaching is a job that is convenient for me. I chase academic goals and high marks as it helps me feel successful in life."
Teaching Ecosystem
Lacking
Inadequate
Adequate
Excellent
Measure for Successful class
Managing learners & completing session
Preparing properly for class
Students exhibit understanding
Students apply understanding
Educational Background
No B.Ed
B.Ed
B.Ed + other subjects
M.Ed
Learning Psychology
Has exposure
Does not have exposure
Subject matter Knowledge
Functional
Fluent
Expert
Teaching Style
Rote Learning
Constructivist Learning
Explicit Learning
Teaching plan Flexibility
Does not make
Situation led improvisation
Student centric improvisation
Creates flexible plan to accomodate all situations
Rapport with Students
Keeps Emotional Distance
Wants to be Friendly
Friendly but finds it diffcult to set boundaries
Friendly and can set boundaries
Assess students based on
Marks
Both
Knowledge
Disciplining Strategy
Negative
Positive
Ability to Personalise
No
Yes
Teaching focus
Only Academic
Academic + Learner enablement
Narrative around Ineffectiveness
Defensive
Detached
Reflective
Pandemic Effectiveness
Low
Medium
High
Ability to Teach amid Adversity
Does not care
Responds but unsuccessfully
Responds Successfully
Learning Mindset
Doesn't identify as a learner
Identifies as a Learner (Self)
Talks about learning from Students (Self + Students)
Sense of Success
Anchored to Learning Delivery
Anchored to Learning Transfer
Reflective Mindset
Deflective
Technical Reflection
Practical Reflection
Critical Reflection
What are the Barriers for this teacher?
Success measured by Student Marks
Efforts based on Visible Gains
Competition that Limits Risk-taking
Frame Inclusive Support as Strategy for Better Results
This matters because they value results. Highlight how rapport and encouragement can directly improve academic outcomes, even for ‘non-deserving’ students, raising overall class averages, and reflecting well on them. If they see building connection and inclusive support as a way to boost results, they are more likely to adopt it.
Turn Competition into Collective Strength
This is critical because their drive comes from outperforming others. Create opportunities where their success is tied to peer collaboration — like sharing strategies in groups where innovative practices are noticed and celebrated. This shifts their competitiveness from individual validation to collective growth.
Redefine Success Beyond Marks
This works because Competitors are motivated by achievement. Highlight examples where teachers are praised for building student confidence or curiosity alongside exam results. Expanding the definition of “winning” makes space for new practices that can make them feel accomplished.
What could make this teacher more effective?