Tale of two teachers

[andysocial]

I've got two online instructors this semester, one in English and one in Economics.

The economics professor is actually a high school teacher who picks up the online course in his spare time. He barely interacts with the class at all, and his midterm included vital terms not defined in this edition of the textbook - way to review the test and book. He signs emails with "Professor Xxxxxxxxx." The only assignments in this class have been ungraded discussions.

My English professor is in the forums constantly, emails whenever something of import occurs, and is basically a good instructor, considering the limitations of the medium. She also signs her emails with her first name. She has had 4 graded assignments so far.

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[bloojanuary.livejournal.com]

And most importantly, Professor X is a man, and first name English teacher is a woman.

Just documenting the facts, sir.

[andysocial]

Why, praytell, is that "most important?" You, madam, are a sexist piglet. ;-)

I think the guy is just frustrated at being a high school teacher when he really wants to direct...er, teach in a real college. It seems apparent during this class that he has no interest in teaching this course, merely in getting credit for teaching it.