We are all combinations of visual, verbal and tactile learners. The
challenge is to decide which method we learn best in and use it ourselves
while allowing others to learn best the way they learn.
When you have figured out how to do that, come teach me! I'm still trying
to blend methods after years in the classroom and lots of "helpers" who
think they know best.
Gregg
PS I sure enjoy how you switch from *good ol' boy* descriptions to words
like gastrogeriopia. Sure keeps me on my toes. 8-)
From: Lex Jenkins
> I humbly opine, re: what is or isn't practical for teaching a beginner:
>
> Recently I mentioned the problems my ma experienced with a Minolta manual
> focus outfit I'd given her. Beside suffering from gastrogeriopia she
> couldn't quite remember the relationship between shutter speed and
aperture.
>
> So I traded the gear for an iS-2 which she loves. Not only are her photos
> in focus, but she's grasping the relationship between shutter speed and
> aperture better now *because of* the automated functions. By merely
looking
> at the generous LCD screen on the back or the LED in the viewfinder she
can
> see the exposure values change as she scans a room or prospective subject.
>
> So the concept is becoming clearer without my nagging. And she's been
> encouraged to explore the various exposure and mode options available on
her
> own, without having to ask me how they work.
>
> It's changed my opinion about the value of automation for folks who want
not
> only to take good photos, but also learn the hows and whys.
> ---
> Lex
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