Going over some words in class today that might be new to some students (it was my remedial class), I started asking kids questions about the words.
“What might you prioritize as a student?”
“Your work!” someone responded. If only, young man, if only.
“What might I make projections about as a teacher?”
“Grades.” Yes, and if only you knew the projections — no, you probably do.
“With whom might you negotiate?”
“Your parents.” Of course.
“I don’t negotiate with my parents,” says one boy. “I do what I want.”
Bravado or inadvertent succint social commentary?
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