Teaching Philosophy Motivation, communication, skill utilization and attitude of the teacher are fundamental to effective learning. Students can teach themselves more and better than I can teach them; my role is primarily to awaken their desire to learn and clarify issues about which they have questions (see Gibran, Kahlil. The Prophet. Alfred A. Knopf Publisher. New York, NY. 1923. p. 56-57). To the degree possible, education should be directed at holistic development, enhancing the student personally as well as professionally. Teaching useful concepts and skills increase the benefits of a course thereby motivating students. Communication, which is a two-way process, is required for effective learning. Attitude of the teacher is also highly influential to the educational process. Teacher performance, as measured by effective learning, is positively correlated with the instructor’s concern that students learn, interest in teaching and efficient effort in teaching.