Klarinet Archive - Posting 000237.txt from 2002/07

From: w8wright@-----.net (William Wright)
Subj: [kl] Teaching methods & treats
Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2002 14:02:30 -0400

I've been trying to put my finger on what bothers me about this topic.

If a student doesn't want to come to the lesson in the first place, then
probably a treat will be viewed as an attempt to bribe and will increase
the student's resentment.

But on the other hand, don't most of us enjoy (and even search out) a
treat or refreshment after a rigorous practice? Why not the student as
well?

So, when we discuss this topc, aren't we falsely combining two different
scenarios --- willing vs. unwilling student? In a private instruction
environment, there's always the need to move on because the next sudent
is (probably) waiting at the door. But perhaps the attitude --- as
opposed to the treat itself --- of "I'd enjoy socializing for a moment
while we recuperate from our hard work. Let's munch...." is a plus in
teaching?

Cheers,
Bill

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