...i have one of 'those' students.
you know the kind. they insist on clarification after every point made in class, and when asking questions never really seem to get to the point. i have one of those.
she was even annoying her classmates today. they began rolling their eyes around the fifth time her hand went up. and it's only the second day.
it's going to be a fun semester.
-bh
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Hey, I *am* one of 'those' students. Don't hate!
ReplyDeletejdm
I feel your pain. I feel like my every move is being watched. I made my apologies to my classes, and several students in every class complained that they liked the way it was, and the rest seemed to nod along in agreement. They were all surprised someone had complained. Made me feel a little bit better about myself. One guy said "feel free to offend me anytime." Lol. Eric is being very supportive. It hurts, though. I feel like I can't really be myself. I edited myself even more than I do around Gabe. Classes go so fast for me because I have so much to say and do with them. Then afterward I just feel sad, and I feel like there is this cloud over my head holding lightning bolts just waiting to strike, and I don't really have a way of protecting myself.
ReplyDeleteOn a better note, I accidentally had a very successful lesson. Started with Daily Responses to "Handlebars." Then watched the video and discussed it. It tied in perfectly with the Personal Essay Unit. I explained that just like he "can lead a nation with a microphone" their papers are their microphones, and like in the song they have a choice about what they do with their knowledge, info., or beliefs.
Of course the girl who complained didn't drop. She came in really late, though. I did notice there were a few people missing from class.
So, it's Friday. How do we feel?
ReplyDeleteThe first assignment was due today. Most everyone did it, some were confused, but not really enough for me to assume I didn't explain it properly. I was lenient on them and allowed them to e-mail it to me today. I told them that from now on I would be more strict because we needed to get into the swing of things and not turning stuff in slows us down and messes us up.
Eric observed the class where I had problems. I knew he would. Several people whom were missing showed back up. I guess not that many people dropped. The girl who complained didn't show up.
He didn't stay for the whole class, I haven't heard from him, so I don't know the verdict.
I'm also moving this weekend. I'm not looking forward to the "moving" part, but yay for being on my own and having privacy.
Someone come have a marguerita with me Sunday.
E.D.