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When my children were much younger I had a pretty hearty disagreement with one of their teachers. I wonder whether you agree with my point of view or their teacher.
When they were enrolled in one particular school they had started with really beautiful handwriting. I know, because we had taught them to write like that. They could write extremely well, and it was easy to understand the letters, words and sentences they used in the written form. So I was pretty upset when I looked at some of their school work the teacher said was great, only to realise I could barely understand anything I was trying to read.
When I confronted their teacher I was told that the most important thing is not being able to read what is written, but simply ensuring the children use correct grammar and sentence structure. I did not agree with their teacher and I’m confident they knew I did not agree with their ‘perspective’!
When we communicate something the most important element is ensuring that people can understand what it is that we are seeking to communicate – whether that is through speech or the written word.
You can have the perfect spoken voice, but if you can’t speak in a way that people can grasp what you are trying to say, then your perfect voice is better kept away from any form of teaching.
Sometimes we need to adapt how we speak or write. But sometimes, it can be as simple as slowing down our speech or handwriting speed.
Just a thought…
Andy B
Andy Berry 