The roles of the educator are wide reaching. So much so that teachers are responsible for many aspects of students' learning that goes beyond the actual content delivery - they are involved with much of the framework that guides the entire process of learning. Some of the key roles are:
1. Mediator - Here the teacher ensures there is proper communication between the learner and the teacher or between the learner and any other source of information. Essentially facilitating dialogue.
2. Designer - The teacher must be able to designe learning programs that are contextual and suitable for the level of the learners. This includes being able to craft programs to the learning style and challenges that a variety of learners may face.
3. Leader/Administrator - Teachers must be able to lead their classrooms and carry out various administrative functions (including things like maintaining class registers, keeping a keen eye on students' wellbeing and so on).
4. Specialist - Teachers must be very knowledgeable about their content areas and continually work at developing their knowledge and skills in these ares.
Other key roles include Scholar, Assessor and Citizenship/Pastoral roles.
Indeed a teacher's responsibility is extensive.
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