Hi Clay, Anna and other Arachnids,
Most people have not reacted to this as it was not suggested that
mathematicians or physicists make better lacemakers. The suggestion was that
an argument that lacemaking MIGHT aid the development of mathematic/physics
thinking as well as the artistic side in order to persuade schools to accept
lace classes for the youngsters or even just an A4 poster to announce a
children's group. It was also pointed out that it aided the development of
precision movements which many children sadly lack these days.
I am so sorry that the suggestions made by people to help persuade schools
to open the doors have been misunderstood.
Joepie in sunny Sussex, UK
-----Original Message-----
From: Clay Blackwell
Sent: Monday, July 08, 2013 1:57 AM
To: Anna Binnie
Cc: [email protected] ; Arachne reply ; Lyn Bailey
Subject: Re: [lace] Teaching children
Thanks, Anna!! I appreciate another voice who understands what I have
said!! Generalities just don't apply to those who are skilled at making
lace!
Clay
On 7/7/2013 8:03 PM, Anna Binnie wrote:
On 7/07/13 11:13 PM, Clay Blackwell wrote:
I am astonished that no one has challenged the notion that people with
superior math/science/computer programming skills make the best
lacemakers!!
I've just logged on and yes I was totally affronted with that statement
too. Let me put it in perspective I hold a PhD in Physics and I have
taught physics for the last 20+ year to adults at university and children
in high school. Good lacemakers are people who are naturally good at
lacemaking REGARDLESS of other skills. One of the best lacemakers I know
(her work is in the Powerhouse museum) is not mathematically great BUT she
is trained in textiles and had spent her working life as a costume
designer. I'm a good lacemaker BUT not the best.
As an educator I hate cover all statements about ability in one area and
success in another.
Anna from a cold Sydney
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