(אגרת הגר"א - אליהו ב"ר שלמה זלמן מווילנא (הגר"א
מען זאל זיי ניש מיט א מאהל צי פיעל לערנען דיא זאלסט זיי געבן געלט און אנדערע זאכען אז זיי זאללען לערנען.
Let the teacher not impose their yoke heavily on the children, for instruction is only efficient when it is conveyed easily and agreeably. Give the children small presents of money and the like to please them, as this helps their studies. [Translation by CAJE]
Suggested Discussion Questions:
1. Why is teaching only effective when conveyed easily and agreeably?
2. What strategies should teachers utilize to maximize the children’s learning experience?
Time Period: Modern (Spinoza through post-WWII)