In this chapter Vella talks about a relationship she had with a student from Indonesia. Vella explains how the relationship changed. Her student was a Doctor who had come over on a type of fellowship or internship to work with Vella and learn new skills that she would teach to people back in Indonesia when she went home. One of the first things that Vella assigned was a reading list. Vella explains that she was no longer the teacher as her and the student were learning together and the author of the books was the teacher. I found this chapter interesting, because it was called “Sound Relationships: Using the Power of Friendship” I was a little concerned that it would border line an inappropriate relationship. I think it’s an interesting topic, making friends with your students. And it is a very dangerous thing to engage in. But, this chapter was not about that at all. It talked more about defining the roles with the student, and redefining them as you and the student progress. One thing that I really like in this chapter is it talks about the role distinction of the professor/student dissolving. I always tell my classes we are all members of the class we just have different roles, and truly it is their class. I believe my beliefs are right on target with Vella’s here.
Brad
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