the annals of pedagogy: 10.05


What is the appropriate response when, as you are rushing to the crowded theatre where you are to introduce a visiting artist to his audience (and you are already a bit en retard!), a young red-headed man shouts out, "Phoebe, I love you!" Now, understand that this young man was a student of yours last semester, and a good one. He is surrounded by a bevy of other young people, whom you recognize as former students as well.



Hmm. I suppose any response is satisfactory. As long as it takes very little time to formulate, and can be delivered quickly. You must shout your response en haut voix, so that it can be clearly heard above the din of the crowd, and you must not interrupt your mad dash towards the theatre, as you are not only late, but also only half prepared to introduce your guest, and can ill afford to lose time.

Posted: Friday - October 06, 2006 at 06:53 PM          

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