How people contort themselves into wanting to be seen as damaged goods… because it gives them immunity from criticism
Hard Truths Not Taught In Schools
Quora question: What are some hard truths teachers never tell students about after school life?
Yes, Virginia. There is such a thing as a Stupid Question
I knew that when I returned to the classroom I was going to be subjected to all the familiar stupid student questions, but even I wasn’t prepared for this: “If I don’t turn in my paper, will I still get credit for it?” While many students have asked similar questions in class, this was the first time I had ever gotten it so blatant and overt. And so insane.