第１６５８堀：さあどんな授業にしましょうか (Part2)
"Hmm, I see. There are no issues with the content, but why do you insist on taking time for questions so frequently? Wouldn't it be more efficient to address them all at the end?"
"I thought about that, too, but people are surprisingly forgetful creatures. We talk about so many things that pique their interest, after all. Answering as we go keeps the students engaged, and it helps us understand exactly what they’re curious about. That kind of feedback is vital for us, too."
Indeed, when you answer questions, you learn as much as the one asking. It seemed Shau had experienced this himself.
"I see. You certainly have a point there. It may well be necessary to understand exactly what they are questioning in such detail."
"Well, it’s not like I’m asking you to incorporate this into the standard curriculum. We’re essentially guests from Weed, so I figured it would be better to treat this as a conversation rather than a lecture."
"True enough. The school’s purpose is to teach the finer, technical details. For you, Yuki-sama, leading them toward a sense of enjoyment is the priority."
"Then, is there any problem with this approach?"
"No, none at all. May I show this to Her Majesty as well?"
"That’s fine... Oh, but before that, let’s make copies so the others can use it as a reference."
I glanced over to see the others looking at the schedule I’d drafted. It’s always easier for beginners to have a template to follow.
"I shall handle the copying, then."
"I’d appreciate that."
Shau handed the schedule to Prol. Incidentally, I’d placed a generator in this room, so we could already use home appliances. The printer was no exception. It wasn’t industrial-grade, so the performance wasn't top-tier, but I was still grateful to be able to run off copies on the spot.
"However, Yuki-sama, you are quite accustomed to this. Have you held a teaching position before?"
"Ah, well, as a pretext for coming to Zrable, I visited two schools. I served as a teacher at one, and even before that, I spent a short time teaching at a school in Weed."
"I see. So it wasn't just a matter of visiting to give a speech or a simple explanation."
"During my time at the Hyden Academy of Magic, Taizo-san and Taiki-kun were there, too. With their cooperation, we held science classes."
Though, in truth, I’d left most of it to Taizo-san.
"That sounds enviable. If it were Taizo-dono’s class, even I would wish to attend."
"Taizo-san is a natural at teaching. He was an assistant professor at a university, so I suppose it’s his forte."
He did say some insane things, though—like how he was once forced to go out and capture the raw materials for his experiments himself. That era sounds terrifying.
While we were talking, Prol returned with the copies and handed them to Shau, while Orelia began distributing them to the others.
"Hmm. Looking at it again, the lesson content is very easy to grasp. May we utilize this format here as well?"
"I don't mind, but don't you have your own methods?"
"To be honest, we leave a great deal to the individual teachers, so we don't have anything as strictly defined as this."
That made sense. They didn't even have stacks of blank paper, so rather than following a rigid curriculum, they likely relied heavily on the individual capabilities of each instructor. The other schools were much the same. The general philosophy was one of self-reliance—to hone one's own strength. Of course, there was a foundation of general education, but it wasn't quite on the level of Earth.
I thought for a moment, then suggested:
"In that case, why not hold a discussion or a study group for the teachers?"
"A study group?"
"Yeah. If you could share the load or alleviate some of the burdens that come from leaving everything to the teachers, wouldn't that be more efficient? I think it wouldn't hurt to hear their thoughts. A study group to explore what can be done from the perspective of an educator."
"...I see. That is what you meant. Hmm, it is a fine proposal, but the teachers are not exactly idle. May I have some time to consider it?"
"That's not a problem."
"Thank you. I will consult with Her Majesty."
"Right."
It wouldn't do to go around telling teachers how to do their jobs without authorization. Getting proper permission is essential.
And so, our preparations for the lessons continued.
Writing all this out and planning the curriculum really makes me realize—being a professional teacher is a tough job. I truly mean that.