t he would prefer to be nowhere else. Effective teachers value their craft and project this value to all in their presence." (Sandy)
"In essence a teacher who brings a passion for teaching to the subject, and takes responsibility for the creation of an environment that allows for the sharing and enjoyment of that knowledge, will be creating an effective learning climate." (Gurney, 92) Firstly, the argument can be put forward that Frank's disinterest in teaching leads directly to a lack of effectiveness as a teacher. Through a superficial read of the first scene of Act I, proof can easily be gathered to support that idea. In fact, he is adamant in making Rita perfectly aware of his unwillingness to teach anything to anyone, of his contempt towards his students and also towards his profession:
FRANK: [] I sometimes get an urge to throw something through it.
FRANK: A student usually." (Russell, 7)
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