Learning from ourselves

One last point that I like about Wilson Nelson's work is the idea of reflective teaching and working in teams. She and the consultants are constantly observing, reflecting on their observations, testing assumptions, and looking for new ways to help their students. Yes, I know it was part of their research and we've found lots of things that bother us and needlessly complicate the work, but I still get a sense of a group of educators who are committed to their students and their field. In a way, it reminds me of our Teaching Circles in the English department, and makes me wish for more of this kind of interaction between instructors and writing center staff.