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Why Experts Can Make Terrible Teachers (And Who You Should Learn From Instead)

When learning a new skill, most people seek out experts. It seems logical—the gymnast who boasts about her Olympian coach or the student who insists on learning German from a native speaker.


But this approach has major flaws: Some experts excel despite poor learning methods, not because of them. Being great at a skill doesn’t mean they can teach, motivate, or coach others effectively.


The best teachers prove their value through the success of their students. So, when searching for a great teacher, don’t ask how skilled they are—ask how skilled their students have become.

 
 
 

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