One thing that always amazes me about these MNHS class sessions is how one person could know so much about something. I am an expert on zilch - nothing. I have become an expert at making it seem like I’ve known all my life what I just learned an hour before class or read the night before.
I am passionate about many, many things. But, alas, an expert on none. I’ve always been interested in a few areas but I never seem to take the next step beyond simply being interested.
And just what is that next step that qualifies a person as an expert? I think it is time. These experts often devote their lives to their specific field - and that devotion takes the form of lectures, published essays, books, and so on.
Again, I have the passion, but where do they get the time?
Today’s expert is one the Dakota War of 1862. He is from the University of Oklahoma. I marvel at his command of names and dates. He can call to mind a treaty between the Indians and US government like it’s written on the inside of his eye lids. Amazing.
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An expert on zilch? I think not. How can you not consider yourself an expert in teaching? I know you are far too humble to ever think of such a notion, but you are by far one of the best teachers I have ever seen. Don't sell yourself short.
And I believe you're forgetting about your expertise on football. Quick, what college did Drew Brees attend? Bet you know the answer! Mel and Jaws better watch their backs or they may find you sitting in their chair next year at the draft. I'm sure if you had a job like that you'd find plenty of time to "study the film" and become an expert too.
So there's your ego boost for today. Go out and "expertize." haha
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