Want students to learn? Be an authentic teacher, say O.C. researchers

Most aspiring teachers likely aim to be the free-spirited Ms. Frizzle from “The Magic School Bus” rather than Miss  Othmar wahwahwah-ing in “Peanuts.”
Students instinctively recognize an inspirational teacher, whether on screen or in the classroom.
Two local researchers — one from Cal State Fullerton and one from Chapman University — recently delved into what exactly creates that magic mixture that results in students learning best. In particular, they lo