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Wednesday, March 6, 2013
FalbeMarch3rdBlog
Peter Drucker stated “The most serious mistakes are not being made as a result of wrong
answers. The truly dangerous thing is asking the wrong question". When I think about this quote in the context of the Engineering curriculum and Engineering department I wonder what wrong questions we are asking. One thing that I think is important in CTAE is that we ask ourselves what do the students truly need to know to really make this a career. I have found that in CTAE there is a fine balance between teaching enough content, and providing enough real world experience. If we don't teach enough content they will not be able to pass the industry test, but if they don't have enough experiences they will not be able to function efficiently in the work force. I think that sometimes when we are making lessons plans we are only asking what does my curriculum map say I need to teach, or what do I really like teaching? I think better questions would revolve around what do students need to learn? Why? How can I teach it to them?
I enjoyed your response and agree completely. I believe sometimes we get in a hurry with our questions. Asking the wrong questions, will most likely be answered with a wrong response There is the possibility of no response at all, I really understand the emphasis on any curriculum being presented, I took a class in high school; although the questions helped, it was the hands-on experience that promoted my choice of a career. No, it was not teaching, You are so correct, better questions regarding the curriculum, along with real world experience is essential. We are responsible for meeting students’ needs in order for students to achieve their goals and become successful.
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