Why I Teach

Overview

Striking a cord for campus' entire faculty and future teachers. Contributions from Parker Palmer, Laurie Schreiner, Bill Placher, Edwin Yamauchi, Joseph Bentz, Jerry Forbes and others. The author's Life Wedge concept, Crossroads Principle, and Vertigo discussion have professional currency.

Table of contents

Chapter 1: Because I Cannot Not Teach
Chapter 2: Because Teaching Is a Noble Cause
Chapter 3: Because I Am Inspired By Teachers
Appendix 1: An Ode to the College: Through the Eyes of a Teacher
Appendix 2: The Final Lecture