Osu!
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Originally Posted by DKKC
I also think that many of the issues above can be mitigated by a good instructor who is, as yuo say, honest from the beginning and who drills into the students, as soon as they start, that:
1) the belt needs to be earned
2) everyone progresses at a different pace
3) you do NOT live or die by the grading
4) time lines are only an estimate
5) effort and attitude are as important as technique
6) the journey is more important than the destination
Just my 2 pence here (and yes, I don't really like teaching!  ) |
I think the first paragraph should be included as standard fare in any handout to beginning students. It's excellent, DKKC! Well worded and concise. No room for misinterpretation.
As for that last sentence, you're doing a pretty good job in here, so don't close that door just yet.
Osu!