Jamie's original post:
Every time I think I have reached the pinnacle in this book, I am again amazed by the words that I read and seem to enlighten me. “Lighting a Spark” really spoke to me this week. The story itself is something I will revisit right after Spring Break every year from this point on. Why? It’s inspirational core. How it speaks to the idea of enrollment and “having no doubt that others are eager to catch the spark” (pg. 126). The faith that Zander put in his audience and the musicians he conducted to capture said audience, is not the norm. This behavior gives us a glimpse of what is possible when we have a passion for something and invite others to share in this emotion.
It also brings up another interesting point. I personally don’t believe that anyone can create such a transformative experience as we read about in this chapter. Everyone has gifts and Zander seems to have a gift of creating these types of experiences in those around him thanks to the experiences, he himself has taken part in. Thankfully, he is gracious enough to share his ideas with the rest of us so we can try and learn some of the techniques to enhance our own learning environments, whatever they may be.
My response to Jamie Steele
Hey Jamie,
I too will be digging the book out after spring break. I am glad to know that I am not the only one that needs to see the spark in others, as well as myself.
The Zander's provide an inspirational approach to human mankind. This book came at a pivotal point in my teaching career. I have been contemplating on leaving the profession. After reading this literature, I am second guessing my decision. I still want to teach, and will find a position that will showcase my students' potential to full capacity.
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