What began as an ordinary school day in Monterrey, Mexico, turned into one of the most inspiring viral stories of 2023. A two-minute video on TikTok, recorded by high school students, showed their history teacher not just teaching, but performing it.
She moved between the desks like an actress, shifting from general to witness, using her voice and gestures to bring the lessons to life. Titled “This is how the best teacher in the world teaches,” the clip surpassed 15 million views and received global acclaim.
Educators shared it as proof that passion transforms classrooms; students wished they could be in her class. The teacher said she was simply doing what she loves.
Beyond its novelty, the moment highlighted the power of storytelling, emotion, and human connection in education, and sparked a debate about supporting teacher creativity. In a noisy and distracted era, this authentic glimpse reminded millions why inspired teaching remains vital.