So several of us are taking a 'course' to gain a certification, in an area we already know. It's just that piece of paper to say we know what we know, ya know?
Unfortunately, with our background and skills, we are more than a bit critical of the course we are taking, and are finding it frustrating. The directions aren't always clear - and we learn that when we're graded! 'Oh, surprise -- you got marked down for not reading my mind!' There are two purposes for the course -- one is for an audience who is trying to learn this course management system from scratch; the other is to earn this certification -- for which you already have to have some experience/expertise. We are the latter. As a matter of fact, we have more experience than the instructors do. I think maybe they are a bit overwhelmed by us.
Anyhow, the frustration level was high this morning. And, we decided I'd write the instructor suggesting maybe a change in the process. Whew. I'd forgotten how nervous this can make a person -- having to face an instructor from the student point-of-view. And this is a company I had hoped to work for on a contract basis after retiring! Yikes. Probably not likely now!
Anyhoo -- will wait to see what instructor says to our suggestions. I personally hate the 'read my mind' mindset. And, I don't like get graded down for something I am asked to have for one purpose, which not only mucks up the second purpose, but is confusing in the process!
