Yes it is the start-up of a new college semester…and yes I am again teaching a couple classes in American Government & Politics.  It is satisfying to know and see all of the students in person and again draw on their real attendance energy when in the classroom.

It is always my practice to spend the first class period as a “get-to-know-you” moment.  Of course we cover course expectations but before we end that first class I always try to give them a special word…phrase…or sentence that specializes the learning time that we will share.  So this semester I told them we will discuss the need and importance for every professional to begin:  “Stretching Flexibility”

What does this mean to the students…why is the combination term “Stretching Flexibility” so major that each student would talk about it after they complete the class?

Well first as I continually stress to every class that American Government & Politics impacts everyone and everything in their daily lives… “Stretching Flexibility” actions must be applied.  For example in the area of education, we must continue to learn and teach with more of a non-traditional mindset.  Likewise with the speed of medical science…we must be more open to the fact that quality treatments can be developed in shorter time periods (i.e. stretch our capacities to be flexible in trying new medicines).

The class will also regularly talk about the magnitudes of technology in all fields of employment and how only by Stretching YOUR Flexibility will you be able to effectively and efficiently work in the new economy.  Additionally during the conduct of every class session we will address the quiet, increased personal/professional value of Stretching and being more Flexible in applying your observation and listening skills.

As we near the end of the course hopefully they will know that “Stretching Flexibility” means that CHANGE will be the most constant occurrence in your life.  And finally in my pursuit of theming “Stretching Flexibility” for the class, I will challenge them to look around and see if they can locate a local, regional, state, national and/or international Champion who “Stretches Flexibility” everyday…EVERYDAY.

It will be a good semester.  I wish you all could join us!