Don't confuse being a fast talker with being a deep thinker. Speaking quickly signals confidence, not complexity.
Don't mistake volume for expertise. Speaking loudly reflects conviction, not credibility.
Sometimes the best ideas come from the least assertive voice in the room.
I used these in my classroom a couple years ago after stealing them from @fastcrayon, and it changed everything. This is the mindset we should have as teachers and learners.
@BrionyScott This is such an interesting discussion. After visiting St Luke’s the parent body at my children’s school have requested that we look into no awards. As a teacher, I have never been a fan of awards.