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Re: Pedagogy



Robert C. wrote in part:


|
| What is the problem in this case? I don't know. However, I
| wouldn't be surprised if Fernanda recognizes the difference
| between learning and simply regurgitating someone else's
| solutions. If so, the real problem is the need for a mentor
| to help define the problem and get Fernanda to recognize
| where her understanding is weak. Solving problems on the
| board may not be (and probably is not) the answer. However,
| there may still be a need for some support beyond direct
| instruction and textbooks.

Well said, as well as the parts I snipped. My response was simply to
Fernanda's complaint that whe wasn't seeing worked examples. As your
response points out above, the complaint is probably deeper than merely not
seeing examples worked.

Joel R