After fretting (in my own way, natch') about how I was going to conform to/rebel against the task of teaching two intensive Summer courses, I have to say that, despite my physical exhaustion, it feels exceptionally good to have completed the all-important introductory classes.
Both groups seem strong. Most are doing the Summer-course thing because they've already been accepted to some university program, so their motivation is palpable. I'm glad I chose to focus both courses (one on Globalization and the other on Corporate Ethics -- and oxymoron, I know) around current events: global warming, peak oil, and the food crisis. It'll be interesting tomorrow as both groups discuss their reaction to James Kunstler and the documentary based on his work, The End of Suburbia.
Both groups seem strong. Most are doing the Summer-course thing because they've already been accepted to some university program, so their motivation is palpable. I'm glad I chose to focus both courses (one on Globalization and the other on Corporate Ethics -- and oxymoron, I know) around current events: global warming, peak oil, and the food crisis. It'll be interesting tomorrow as both groups discuss their reaction to James Kunstler and the documentary based on his work, The End of Suburbia.
With the exception of being loved unconditionally, and enjoying good health, there a few things more imperative than a thorough delight in one's work.
Posted by: un.slaked | June 02, 2008 at 11:36 PM