On encouraging a love of learning... 2018 Virginia Teacher of the Year, Michelle Cottrell-Williams
820 views · Published 21 August 2018 · 1:10 · Indexed 20 September 2026
Channel: Google for Education · 2018 · Education
2018 Virginia Teacher of the Year Michelle Cottrell-Williams notes that sometimes, the educational focus on grades and results can get in the way of process of instilling in students a love of learning along the way. She expresses hope that by thinking about the joy of learning itself, teachers can pass along a passion for it that will last students a lifetime. The ‘Lessons from Teachers of the Year’ series is a partnership between Google for Education and CCSSO that aims to elevate the teaching profession and capture the thinking of some of the United States’ best educators. See the full playlist at goo.gl/grYg2p Google for Education: We believe that every student and every educator, in every classroom, deserves the tools and skills that set them up for success in building the future they want for themselves. So we’re committed to supporting students, partnering with educators, building products and making impactful investments that help expand access to education through technology. Whether you’re interested in Chromebooks, computer science, or Google Classroom, subscribe to our YouTube channel for product updates, program news, and more.
