Sunday Okobi
An educationist and the convener of The Effective Teacher, a teacher training and school support outfit, Mr. Sylvester Anoma, has developed techniques to help Nigerian teachers regain their passion and enthusiasm for teaching, as well as the impartation of values in their students.
Anoma, who decried the ostensible lack of motivation in some teachers for their jobs due to socio-economic and other situations in the country, noted that his recent work has developed time-tested principles capable of turning any teacher from being ordinary to irresistible.
The University of Benin, English and Literature alumnus, while chatting with THISDAY recently on his latest book: ‘Secrets of an Irresistible Teacher’, among other collections of works and poetry, also regretted the effect of insecurity on the educational system in the country, saying, “learning can only take place in a safe and conducive atmosphere.