Brad Cohen whose book inspired film Hichki: World needs more quality teachers

Rani MukerjiPassion perseverance and a flair for building relationships with students are prerequisites for the kind of teachers that the world needs says American motivational speaker and educator Brad Cohen whose book Front of The Class detailing how Tourette Syndrome made him the teacher he never had has inspired upcoming Bollywood film Hichki Hichki with a cast led by Rani Mukerji is the second movie to be inspired by Cohens story after the 2008 American film Front of The ClassThis is an amazing experience I thought I was lucky enough to have one film made about my life But now to have two movies made about my life story Im truly honoured It is a great feeling to know so many people are inspired by my story I know Hichki will make a difference in the lives of so many people around India and the world Cohen told IANS in an email interview from Atlanta Georgia where he has been working for over two decadesThe Yash Raj Films movie he says is especially for teachers It is a reminder for every teacher about the difference they make in the life of their students Teaching is the best profession in the world We need more quality teachers It is my hope that my story will inspire others to want to grow up and become a teacher It is my goal for people to walk away from Hichki being a better person added CohenDuring his growingup years Cohen used to be reprimanded by his teachers for the tics and noises he caused which were a consequence of his struggle with Tourette Syndrome described as a neuropsychiatric disorder It is because of this that he decided to be a teacher that he never had to be accepting towards every child What according to him are the three most important traits needed in a teacherPassion A teacher must bring passion to the classroom They must make learning come to life and engage students to be the best persons they can be Perseverance Teachers must never give up on their students And they must never give up on themselves Teaching is one of the hardest jobs but it is also the most rewarding job Teachers need to be that role model and show their kids to never give up on pursuing their dreamsBuild relationships with students Teachers need to get to know their students and build trust because if a child doesnt trust his or her teacher the teacher wont be able to teach the child But once that teacher gets to know the children and what motivates them the teacher can support them and help them find success in the classroomBesides this he believes people need to be more open and honest about their issues If we hide issues then we are dodging the tough questions We must embrace peoples differences and help support them to be the best they can be There is nothing to be ashamed ofThe truth is that everybody has an issue Some are severe like Tourette Syndrome and some are not as severe and may go unnoticed by common people That is the theme of Hichki If people would just look at other peoples illnesses like we do a hiccup then the world would be a better placeCatch up on all the latest entertainment news and gossip here Also download the new midday Android and iOS apps to get latest updatesThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever