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Student commentsHuma 50-Understanding and Managing Stress
1. What is the one thing that you took away with you from this class? (It could be from what you read in the text book, stories and personal experiences shared in the groups, examples given, extra credit assignments, current events, guest speakers, the instructor's approach, overall experience of the course, etc...)
There are so many gems of wisdom that I've received from the class such as the importance of having clear values and personal constitution and the techniques and purpose of meditation. But the most important thing I took away from this class is the experience of how you as the teacher held the class. I appreciate the way you held a high standard for achievement while being compassionate for the trials and tribulation that students struggle with. You treated us like adults by not nagging us about getting our work done yet were supportive in helping us along when it was apparent that we were behind in our learning. Unlike many teachers who get angry and take it as a personal insult when we're not keeping up with our homework. You focused on creating a supportive environment instead of a system of negative reinforcement for not meeting learning expectations.
Having come from many negative academic experiences where as a student I am at the mercy of strict teachers who seem to value adherence to rules and going by the book rather than caring about the life and spirit of their students. Being in your class was a very healing experience.
Thank you for showing me another way of teaching and learning. Someday, when I am teaching, I hope to create a similar environment that not only nourish the mind but also the heart and spirit of my students.
by Tho Vong
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