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February 13, 1980

Ms. Betty Fletcher

Site 18C-6

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Vernon, B. C.

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Dear Betty,

I was rather disturbed to get your note in class this evening. Disturbed

for two reasons; first that you were so disatisfied with the course that you

felt compelled to withdraw and second that there appears some confusion over

the expectations for the course.

Unfortunately there is little I can do now about the first point. In

designing the course I attempted to create a climate which besides fulfilling

my aims was also amenable to student needs. This in your case I failed to do,

and I am very sorry that this occurred, for I am sincerely concerned about

students needs and reactions. However there is little that I can do at this

stage.

On the second point I do not feel so badly. I am confident that the

expectations for the course were precise from the outset and never unclear as

you suggest. Alsol don't agree that the workload "was extremely heavy". In my

opinion it was quite suitable for a course at this level, particularly since

I reduced the requirements by 20%, and that most of the work involved projects

which you were already engaged in as practicing teachers.

Furthermore, I resent your insinuations in the second part of your letter.

Your claims that I do not respect your professional judgement, that my require-

ments are an insult, and that I do not actively pursue a climate of mutual trust

and respect, are I suggest totally without foundation.

If however on further reflection you still maintain these views, I would be

grateful if you would let me discuss them with you. I realize this must have

been a frustrating experience for you, and sincerely do not want you left with

negative feelings either about my self or SFU's attempt to contribute to the

professional development of teachers.

In case I do not hear from you further, may I wish you continued success in

your teaching career.

Sincerely,

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Professor David Hopkins

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cc: M.F. Wideen

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