Hi Lynn:
Good reflection and post, Lynn.
I think that if we are always honest and genuine with students, they'll sense that honesty, regardless of the topic, and probably, gain more respect for the teacher as a result. Sincerity helps create a learning environment that bulids trust and students appreciative of the teachers efforts. We should be a mirror immage of ourselves (not someone else). Faking it is a poor teaching strategy.
Regards, Barry
