In many ways I would agree David. Over the years I learnt that the primary objective was to pass the course, not to understand the subject. It sounds contrary but, from experience, often true. This is often a regular quote for driving tests - Pass the test then learn to drive!
My suggestion would always be to do what you feel and investigate what interests but don't try unduly to confuse the issue in the classroom. Training staff don't handle that well! Also from experience I found this separate study helped greatly with understanding. Learning is about investigating. I have found, over the years, that teaching staff can often be at the limits of their understanding. It is good reseach to find out the background of your tutor. You would only have to do a specialised project of your choice to find out if they are limited so it's good to know before that may happen.
Tracy
My suggestion would always be to do what you feel and investigate what interests but don't try unduly to confuse the issue in the classroom. Training staff don't handle that well! Also from experience I found this separate study helped greatly with understanding. Learning is about investigating. I have found, over the years, that teaching staff can often be at the limits of their understanding. It is good reseach to find out the background of your tutor. You would only have to do a specialised project of your choice to find out if they are limited so it's good to know before that may happen.
Tracy
