Claudia's Response to Heidi's Poems

Claudia’s Response to Heidi’s Poems:

Claudia’s Response to Heidi’s Poems:
“Education”—It is very clear in this poem how the writer feels about technology replacing good old fashioned learning in todays educational system. It does seem that students today need more of an entertainment factor in the classroom, otherwise they become bored. I like the line,” This isn’t a business with customers to please.” I am not sure if there are studies to back up that technology is the only cause of ADHD, but perhaps it is a contributing cause. I felt that the poem took on an almost lecturing quality, so might rephrase some of the lines. I do agree that teaching is an art and we need more good teachers who are invested in teaching creatively without the use of gadgets. But, I also believe that computers have a place in the classroom and they are certainly here to stay. A thought provoking poem.
Thanks-Claudia
“Library Smell”—Great title, I love it. I, too, enjoy the smell of a library and of books in general so it was easy to identify with the writer. While reading this poem I wanted to know what truth was overwhelming and why wouldn’t the writer want the knowing? I felt like I wanted to know more. Enjoyable poem.
Thanks-Claudia