MICHAEL MARTINEZ spoke of Re: Ivan Illich to PAUL SAYAN on 08-05-96
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MM> MM> DT> MICHAEL MARTINEZ Re: IVAN ILLICH RON MCDERMOTT 07-29-96
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MM> PS> I don't believe that Mr. Martinez thinks that motivation is
MM> PS> created by what is entertaining, only.  A person who takes a
MM> PS> driving exam learns the infomation because they want to be able
MM> PS> to obtain a license, not because they have developed an interest
MM> PS> in rules of the road.  But, for a moment, they are motivated to
MM> PS> learn the rules.  So, Mr. Martinez's theory does hold water, in
MM> PS> that case, if that is what he is implying.
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MM>Yes, that's right, that's what I'm saying.  It's a momentary thing
MM>for each person, sometimes created by entertainment, sometimes by
MM>necessity which the person himself perceives as worthy.  Whatever
MM>the reason, it's enough to be converted to interest within the breast
MM>of the individual.  
I agree with Paul that motivation is important.  What is more important 
to a teenager than learning to drive?  If they want to drive (which many 
could do without know all the "rules" of the road) they must study and 
pass a written and then a driving test.  Life is much like learning to 
drive.  The driving is the goal.  Along the way there are some less-
liked information that must be learned in order to drive.  I have earned 
my Master of Education degree.  I am not necessarily a better teacher 
because of it.  I am not necessarily a better teacher because of my BS 
degree either.  However I am a better teacher because I have taught now 
for 7 years and every year I get more seasoned.  
But, without the education I could not have my teaching job.  The 
degrees don't mean Im a good teacher, just qualified (certified).  But 
along the way I must have learned a great deal about life, discipline, 
writing skills, interpersonal skills, and developed an educational 
philosophy.  I think my educational experiences, much like my life 
experiences, have made me a more "well-rounded" person.  There is far 
more value to an education than a mere certificate.
Dan  
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