We must model the behaviours that we expect from our students. Today and tommorow more so, there is an expectation that teachers will teach values.
We, are often the most consistent part of our student life. Teachers will see the students more often, for longer and more reliably than their parents. This is not a criticism of the parents rather a reflection.
The 21st Century educator also models reflective practice, whether its the quiet, personal inspection of their teaching and learning, or through reflective practice via blogs, twitter and other medium, these educators look both inwards and outwards.
These teachers also model a number of other characteristics. These are not necessarily associated with ICT or the curriculum, but are of equal importance. They model:
tolerance
acceptance
a wider view than just their curricula areas
global awareness
reflection