Cheng-Khee's
"Ten Commandments for being a Good Art Teacher"
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You must be a perpetual student striving for being a scholar.
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You must cultivate good manners and spirituality.
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You must have clear guiding principles and directions for your creativity.
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You must be a practicing artist constantly striving for excellence.
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You must be a leader in your field, and not merely a classroom manager, in order to inspire your student to go beyond the school walls.
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You must have the passion for your own creativity; you must also have the compassion to understand, recognize, and respect diversity.
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You must be an active participant in local, regional, national, and international organizations and exhibitions with a clear understanding of trends and your own position.
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You must build a close bond between you and your students to provide continuing encouragement and support.
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You must share your creative experience or new discoveries with your students.
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You must open your studio to your students and share a slice of your life with them from time to time so that they can expect what the real art world looks like outside their ivory towers.
