Hi Sean,

I never said that theory is worthless. I said that theory is worthless
without repetitious work. We're not as far apart as you seem to think.

The problem arises when the student begins to understand the theory and then
thinks they've learned something - and wants to move on to something else.
There's nothing wrong with theory/practice. But few are willing to put in
the practice, especially after they find out that it's boring and difficult.

I take issue with the idea that theory and practice are two different ways
to learn. They're not. They're two parts of process and the practice is the
most important, by far.

Kind regards,
Andy Rutledge
zone 8, Texas

----- Original Message -----
From: "Sean Nemecek"
Andy,
What I was trying to say is that for some people learning by doing is
enhanced by first learning through observation. For these people to jump
in
and start doing would be very intimidating and perhaps prohibitive. Of
course the will eventually have to start the repetative actions but they
need the concepts before the physical work can begin.

Personally, I need the theory before the physical work and practice. This
allows me to approach the work with some small amount of wisdom. It also
allows me to know how to correct my mistakes when they occur.

While we agree that hard work and repetition is essential, I do not want
to
discount the importance of theory for some people. There is no such thing
as a universal approach to learning. We need to be flexible.

Sean Nemecek

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