We're about a third of the way through the semester and I wanted to hear from you all how the course is going. Is the discussion format working for you? Do I need to explain things more/better with a more traditional lecture? Is it too much Dewey? Do we need more of something else? Are the expectations clear?
Feedback on anything or everything is welcome at this point. Now's the time to right the ship if things aren't working out.
You can post your feedback in the comments. You can also email it to me directly if that's more comfortable. If you want to give me anonymous feedback, that's fine as well. Just leave a note in my box in 204.
Thanks in advance!
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Personally, Dr. Pope, I enjoy the class. I'm usually very shy and uncomfortable in the classroom setting to speak out. But last night I felt comfortable with my classmates and with you to speak. I feel like this class is bring out my opinions that I wasn't aware that I have.
I, personally, don't understand all of Dewey's writings. It is VERY hard for me to read, but I take my time and get the idea of what he is trying to tell educators. I really enjoy reading the Strike/Soltis cases. Because they put us in situations that we, hopefully, might not be in but if we ever are we will know what to do.
This may sound kind of ridiculous, but I really enjoy the fact that we sit in a circle. I think that gives us a more discussion setting and I feel more comfortable being able to see people when they are talking.
All in all I am enjoying the class and I appreciate your time!
I forgot to say that I like reading all of the articles that everyone picks out. I think that helps us understand the Dewey readings a lot more.
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
For me I would say that the Dewey material, like Kelsey, may be hard to understand sometimes but I also think that has to do with the fact that a lot of us may be thinking too hard about what he is saying and not looking at the material for what it is. I am going to be honest. I can handle Dewey but in small doses. I think some of the things that he says is beneficial but I find myself learning more from the Strike chapters since it was written in our generation.
I will have to agree with Kelsey that sitting in a circle is very helpful. I find that people are more likely to pay attention if you can see everyone that is talking rather than ahving to turn around every second. Another thing I enjoy about this class is that I am able to apply situations in my life that mirror those in the Strike book and I think a lot of other people can do that as well. This class allows us to share our inner teacher which will be important as we continue with our journey through this program.
PS: live long and prosper!
Hi Dr. Pope,
I enjoy the discussion format of the class. It’s much more engaging than pure lectures. I agree that Dewey is a challenge to read and interpret at times, but it helps to have you there to clarify because obviously you know Dewey much better than we do. When we’re floundering in our discussions to make sense of the readings, it’s very helpful when you step in. Don’t be afraid to tell us when we’re totally off track with our interpretations! It might be nice to balance the Dewey readings with some reading of modern-day education philosophers to get some more perspective. I do enjoy the Strike readings because they’re straightforward, yet thought-provoking.
I agree with Julie, I feel as though sometimes I try to make modern day connections that are way off base. Often times when others make connections it also confuses me even more, so if you can step in and tell us if we are way off base.
I enjoy the discussion format, I was talking to Billie yesterday and she loves how often times many of us are debating and gets to go home and tell her husband who she told off that day haha.
I am very confused by the Dewey readings but it helps when you interpret it for us. It takes me several times reading it over and over again to understand even the slightest of what he is implying.
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