Teachers are the creators of renaissance and intellectual empowerment ✍️ Taha Haroun Hamed
It is not possible to speak of a true renaissance in any nation without stopping at the role of the teacher, of that person who carries the torch of knowledge, lights the paths of generations and plants in them the seeds of thought and consciousness, so that they in turn create the civilizations of tomorrow. The teacher is not only a transmitter of information, but rather a creator of spirit, a guide of values and an engineer of critical and creative thinking. Its role therefore goes beyond the classroom to become one of the pillars of change and development in society.
*The teacher and human construction*..
The human being is at the center of any rebirth, and the teacher is the one who undertakes the task of shaping that human being in his or her early years, which are the most important in forming personality, tendencies and values. The teacher not only teaches the student academic lessons, but also instills in him love of knowledge, discipline, sincerity, honesty and respect. It is these values that represent the moral foundation on which nations rise.
When a teacher succeeds in establishing these principles, he creates not only a successful student, but also a responsible citizen who contributes effectively to his community and is a good building block for the building of his country.
*The teacher and intellectual empowerment*..
Intellectual empowerment is the first step towards liberation from ignorance, cognitive advancement, change in lifestyle and distance from dependence, blind imitation and cultural alienation. The teacher is the tool for this empowerment, because it is he who gives his students the ability to think critically and encourages them to question, research, analyze and relate information to reality, and not just to memorize and repeat. Knowledge is not an end in itself, but rather a means of understanding and interacting with the world.
A competent teacher ensures that his students are not intellectually dependent, but independent, capable of forming their own opinions and defending them with argument and logic. This is the essence of empowerment: that a person has the tools of thought and is not dependent on others to shape their consciousness.
The teacher in the light of contemporary transformations.
Today’s world lives in an era of rapid change and an unprecedented cognitive revolution, in which information has become available at the click of a button. In this context, the role of the teacher has shifted from a primary source of knowledge to one of guide and facilitator, helping his or her students distinguish between wheat and wheat and leading them on a journey of self-learning.
The teacher is no longer required to fill the minds of his students with information, but rather to teach them how to learn and navigate the vast ocean of information, without getting lost or deceived by false appearances. Here, its educational and intellectual role is more important than ever.
The teacher and the rebirth of nations.
When we look at real Renaissance experiences around the world, from Japan after World War II to Malaysia during the era of Mahathir Mohamad, we find that the common factor in all of them was investment in education, especially in the teacher. The teacher is the one who trains the doctor, the engineer, the thinker, the entrepreneur and even the political leader.
A nation that neglects its teachers is a nation that neglects its future. A nation that honors its teachers is a nation that prepares itself for glory and prosperity. Therefore, the first steps of revival begin with the restoration of the teacher’s reputation: qualification, appreciation and accountability.
*Challenges Facing Teachers*
Despite the importance of their role, teachers face serious challenges, including poor salaries, curriculum pressure, high administrative burdens and lack of community support. They also sometimes suffer from a deterioration in their social status, the result of a limited outlook that does not value what they do.
Therefore, support for teachers should not only be through words, but also through policies and decisions that restore their prestige, provide them with a working environment that stimulates creativity, relieves pressure and encourages continued development.
Last word:
Greetings to teachers
Every morning that a teacher enters his classroom with a smile despite his fatigue, and every evening that he spends correcting his students’ homework or preparing for his lessons, there is a story of dedication that cannot be told. These unknown soldiers are the ones who pave the way for future generations, without expecting thanks or reward.
To every teacher who believed in his message, persevered despite challenges, and continued to give silently: you are the true creators of the renaissance, and it is you who deserve to be appreciated in the present, past, and future.
