David Campbell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>My reaction was that the teachers have misunderstood what it means to be educated. >Any teacher should be capable of developing the argument for either side in this >debate--the information is readily available in newspaper columns and on the >internet. If they can only express the position they personally agree with, then >they are providing propaganda, not an educational experience. >If we cannot articulate each side of an issue, then we have not become truly educated >ourselves on that issue. In my opinion, it is often best to hide your true beliefs >(e.g., who you're going to vote for) for fear that your position power will unduly >influence the students. I have had some success in this effort--often through the >years my students have accused me of harboring beliefs that are directly counter to >my true beliefs. I agree with David whole-heartedly and would add that as teachers we should also be able to articulate the key arguments against the different positions (for example--what arguments would the Bush administration make against the anti-war argument or how would the anti-war side respond to the arguments for war?). Jennifer __________________________________________________________________ The NEW Netscape 7.0 browser is now available. Upgrade now! http://channels.netscape.com/ns/browsers/download.jsp Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/ --- You are currently subscribed to tips as: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
