I have several very narrowminded teachers that do not want to hear my side on issues. I have offered to bring newspapers from other countries as well as photos, videos) They are extremely liberal teachers/professors/lectureres - who have worked in controlled academic environments. I have traveled with my family throughout the world and my father has worked as a consultant and worked through wars delivering supplies to countries and he has been a consultant for movies. Yet, my teachers are not interested in details, (even when documented with newspapers or photos from those countries) How do I deal with this narrowminded group of educators. This is also turning my friends against me.
2006-11-24 05:23:54 · 4 answers · asked by toplessone1970 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I think the prof is trying to keep you from monopolizing class time. Did it ever occur to you that the other students in the class aren't interested in watching videos and reading articles that you select? If you really want to promote your ideas, write a big note on the chalk board saying that you'd like to organize a class discussion group where people can discuss the issues further. Then, if the discussion group is interested, they can watch the videos and read the articles that you think are important (and you have to reciprocate). Your prof might even decide to come along. However, I'm sure your prof and the other students would prefer to use class time to address the issues that will appear on the final exam and that the course was designed to teach.
2006-11-24 13:24:15 · answer #1 · answered by Jetgirly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its an unfortunate situation to find yourself in - I've been there too. I'm from Australia, so it's a little different, but the same injustice and irritation still result. My advice (based on what I learnt), is to refrain from being too assertive, accept that you are dealing with intellectually unrecpetive people - despite what their title might suggest. Listen to their point of view, then tactfully correct them or simply embellish their understanding of the situation with diverse examples (as your worldy experience would denote). However, even this can be problematic - as often these people are very perceptive and can preempt your action before you even do so (...so advanced is their narrow-mindedness). Ultimately, if you are subordinate to these people, you must capitulate (if you wish to keep your teacher position). But don't despair! You can make your difference by enriching the standard theories with your own evidenced anecdotes. Often, such personal transferral of information will be more effectively communicated anyway, as you have FERVOUR. This is a most desirable attribute for a teacher to possess, it will endear to your students and captivate your associates. Just try to be more tolerant (of your superiors) and creative (with your evidence and knowledge). You are a true gift to the future generations, good luck.
2006-11-24 05:38:47 · answer #2 · answered by Tired S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This happens all the time. I was at an extremely liberal school as well. Keep it up though, many of my instructors respected the fact that I would take a stance, back it up and go against them. It shows you have guts and an ability to form your own opinions.
2006-11-24 05:31:05 · answer #3 · answered by Matthew H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Benedict Arnold is considered a Traitor in the US and a Hero in England - Interpretation of events and political ideology. THe same way you are insisting others listen to YOU, are you really listening to THEM. Your last three questions have insisted YOU are right and THEY are wrong. It is why your friends are upset. You are not giving them the right to believe their own side, you are insisting YOURS in the only answer. You are as guilty as the instructors you are accusing.
2006-11-24 06:26:41 · answer #4 · answered by fancyname 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋