Machiavelli had it right - if you had to choose between the two, it is better to be feared than loved. I used to think that I had a good balance - the word on the street was that I was cool, but really strict.
Over the past week though, I think the kids have gotten too comfortable in my class - they are borderline insane, and they are also not focused on their own learning. As much as I want them to have fun while learning, they need to realize their main goal in school is to LEARN, not to have fun. I once told my girlfriend that I was going to tell my kids that I was mean...
Me: "I think I'm going to tell my kids that I'm really mean. I don't want my kids thinking they can walk all over me."
Her: "They'll never believe you."
Me: "Why not? I can look mean."
Her: (Blank stare)
I guess we're going to find out! As much as I love having fun with my students, I care too much about them to allow them to not be focused on learning. Starting tomorrow, I'm going to be mean ole' Mr. Lin. Stay tuned...
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