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A note for teachers
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pinkblossom
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A note for teachers
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The discussion that I had with one of member, the comments,
that member�s voice, etc., lead me to defend my right.,,� It seems that I entered
into a vicious circle. I have to explain
that his odd use of words and really no correction lead me to had a bad feeling
of his message, finally misunderstanding as it seems. For me, there is a
difference between correcting someone and embarrassing (when there is no
correction). Correction never leads to embarrassment. It is important for me to
say that I didn�t try to hide the truth or pretending it. I have never had such
discussion with anyone in my lifetime even on the net. This accepted
misunderstanding causes to read the book, Discourse Analysis for Language
Teachers by Michael McCarthy, more closely, considered the
importance of context and vocabulary. I�m first a teacher, then, supervisor,
exam designer and Ph.D. candidate, I
have not such character to denounce or harass anyone,.. I say bye and express my
gratitude for those who really intended to help me and others to know the rules
of grammar, vocabularies, context, etc., affably.
P.S.
For Douglas and his friends,
The outcome of discussion: In the places that I work, we
follow only books based on the policy of the schools and institutes, I found
that some of you who are well-known have really great works, I suggest you to prepare a book based on
arranging your works and adding content. I can introduce you a publisher in
Germany.,, many more students can benefit from you works and you can benefit as
well. This is only a suggestion, you can think about it����.
HAVE FUN
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13 May 2014
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dhouha
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Dear colleague,
your words are really precious,I totally agree with you. In addition we are esl teachers , we may sometimes find problems and even learn from our mistakes . Perfection has never a room for us. But we try to realize perfection. We teach and we learn from our expeririences.
Have a nice day :))
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14 May 2014
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Peter Hardy
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Dear, Dhouha and Pinkbossom. I have followed this discussion with interest, and I, too, came to the conclusion that it was all a misunderstanding. We all try to do the right thing, but by definition, trying implies (at times) failure. Most of us are willing to help each other. It �s in our blood as teachers (I assume). But, as in the classroom, at times we do not succeed. Maybe it �s a good idea to follow an old philosophy: we accept what is; if we can �t, we change what we can (ourselves!); and if that �s impossible too, we move on. I tend to apply number two most of the time. If my students struggle to express themselves, I always try to change my understanding. That works most of the time. Not always, as trying ... indeed ... implies failure. And indeed, I learn each and every time (day) from my mistakes, even after more than 30 years of teaching. What keeps me going is not aiming for perfection, which invites more failure, but the effort to do ones best. By the way, in many cultures corrections lead to embarrassment, no matter what. All I can do is to show neither (corrections or embarrassment) will kill us. So take a deep breath and sing a song, like, "Oh Lord, don �t let ME be misunderstood". Cheers. Peter.
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14 May 2014
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