Alexander Pope Quote - Men must be taught as if you taught them not, and things unknown proposed as things forgot.

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Men must be taught as if you taught them not, and things unknown proposed as things forgot.

"Men must be taught as if you taught them not, and things unknown proposed as things forgot."

— Alexander Pope

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Author: Alexander Pope
Category: Considerate
Tags: Considerate Learning Reflective Tact Teaching

Meaning of this quote

Teaching can work through tactful guidance rather than displays of superiority.

Key takeaway: Invite learners to make discoveries instead of embarrassing them.

Origin of the quote

The Complete Poetical Works of Alexander Pope — PDF page 115.

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Attributed author: Alexander Pope

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