That sounds really fascinating! And masterfully played for a little street cred... Personally, I'm not sure which would be more daunting for me--prison, or a course in economics :-\
This was so interesting to read, especially as I’m also teaching adults! Seems like no matter what the context is, adults will want to chat about whatever is on their mind. Balancing student engagement & staying in control of the class was one of the classroom management skills that I had to learn (the same tools for managing fifth graders do not apply!). Appreciate your insight & colorful storytelling.
I saw a program a few years ago talking about a prison book club. The prisoners got together during the program and discussed books they were reading at the time. Some of those featured were murderers. I guess they have to do something, especially if they are in prison for life.
One of the things I don't particularly like about prisoners learning certain skills is, it seems like they might be able to get a job when there might be someone that has experience and is qualified that won't get the job. I don't know if that sounds right or not but I think you'll get what I'm saying.
🤣 on your postscript! I love it! That was one way to not have misbehaving kids.
Wow, really interesting post, Terry - I enjoyed it immensely. Funnily enough, just this afternoon I was listening to a podcast interview with a prison doctor - it was fascinating. I'd never really thought about doctors in prisons before, but it's a proper set-up with doctors and healthcare assistants and pharmacists and dispensary staff and the whole shebang - I am naïve not to have realised. The chap absolutely loved his job - more so than when he was a community GP.
I love the kid at the end who saw through your story!
Wonderful story, and I'm so impressed!
I've wondered what making that career transition would be like. I'm always be a teacher. The question is always going to be context.
That sounds really fascinating! And masterfully played for a little street cred... Personally, I'm not sure which would be more daunting for me--prison, or a course in economics :-\
This was so interesting to read, especially as I’m also teaching adults! Seems like no matter what the context is, adults will want to chat about whatever is on their mind. Balancing student engagement & staying in control of the class was one of the classroom management skills that I had to learn (the same tools for managing fifth graders do not apply!). Appreciate your insight & colorful storytelling.
This was a fascinating story Terry!
I saw a program a few years ago talking about a prison book club. The prisoners got together during the program and discussed books they were reading at the time. Some of those featured were murderers. I guess they have to do something, especially if they are in prison for life.
One of the things I don't particularly like about prisoners learning certain skills is, it seems like they might be able to get a job when there might be someone that has experience and is qualified that won't get the job. I don't know if that sounds right or not but I think you'll get what I'm saying.
🤣 on your postscript! I love it! That was one way to not have misbehaving kids.
Wow, really interesting post, Terry - I enjoyed it immensely. Funnily enough, just this afternoon I was listening to a podcast interview with a prison doctor - it was fascinating. I'd never really thought about doctors in prisons before, but it's a proper set-up with doctors and healthcare assistants and pharmacists and dispensary staff and the whole shebang - I am naïve not to have realised. The chap absolutely loved his job - more so than when he was a community GP.
I can't imagine doing this! Thanks for the story, Terry!