A true necessary condition in a conditional statement makes the statement true (see  truth table  immediately below). In formal terms, a consequent N is a necessary condition for an antecedent S, in the conditional statement,  N if S ,  N is implied by S , or N S. In common words, we would also say . N is weaker than S  or  S cannot occur without N . For example, it is necessary to be Named, to be called Socrates. A true sufficient condition in a conditional statement ties the statement's truth to its consequent. In formal terms, an antecedent S is a sufficient condition for a consequent N, in the conditional statement, if S, then N ,  S implies N , or S N.
The Heart of Teaching: What It Means to Be a Great Teacher. What does it mean to be a great teacher? Of course credentials, knowledge, critical thinking, and all other faculties of intelligence are important. However, a great teacher should be much more than credentials, experience and intelligence.
Essay: Qualities of an Outstanding Educator. Qualities of an Outstanding Educator. Any person can enter a classroom, pick up a teacher's manual, and relay the information to the students. However, this does not qualify someone as an outstanding educator. An outstanding educator requires a passion for teaching, the ability to be flexible, the gift of patience, and a desire to continue learning. In order to be an excellent educator, I believe one needs a passion for the profession.