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Talent and Laziness
08/10/09 23:08 Filed in: Teaching Philosophy
Talent, unfortunately, is frequently coupled with its nemesis: laziness. Although the two are mutually exclusive, many times a student that shows promise will look for shortcuts in either learning a new topic or practicing an old concept or both. Let’s explore a few examples:
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Problem: Teacher Burn Out
15/02/09 03:04 Filed in: Teaching Philosophy
In my previous entry I introduced you to Dr. Bebop. Unfortunately, Dr. Bebop may have been in desperate need of a break or some kind of change. After the passion for teaching has waned—especially if it was originally a transitional career in lieu of that of a performer/recording artist—and you begin to hope that your students cancel, bitterness and resentment begin to set in. Bitterness and resentment are code words for teacher burn out. Read More...