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I read the 'HSX Dude Speaks' article this weekend, and thought it was very much worth the read. It is thought provoking and well written.
http://thehsxdude.weebly.com/7/post/2011/05/the-hsx-dude-speaks-5811.html
I will be the first to admit that Razorhawk has helped me understand HSX better and has provided me with tips and techniques that have made my port management more effective. Now, I am finding ways to be a positive contributor to the community and to the game. One of the things Razorhawk alluded to is worth expanding upon.
There are those who chastise teachers as "those who can, do; those who can't, teach". I call these people narrow minded, and would suggest they may have forgotten their own humble beginnings...
There are 4 methods of learning. The longest manner in which to master a topic is through trial and error. It is very dependent upon the perceptiveness and intelligence (IQ) of an individual. It is not always successful as the person may never really see a particular nuance or a key point may escape him/her. Procedures are only so helpful. Technique, in and of itself, is ineffective. In fact, it may be said that Performance is Procedure + Technique. Procedure may be learned by rote. Technique must be transferred from someone with experience (guided learning), or developed independently; (trial and error).
The fastest way to learn something is by 'guided learning'; that is to say, someone who takes the time to demonstrate and critique ways to do things. Until one can self-analyze, the guide must analyze for him or her. There are players who take the time to explain things to people, and allow others to do the same. Razor is one of those people. The longevity of the game depends on those who would take time to share their knowledge, experience, and experiments (and their outcomes). It takes a certain personality to do this. But there are always those who just want to 'do'. That's fine, but what irks me are those who stand in the way of those who wish to assist others, especially when it comes to newbies. Newsflash: Newbies need help and have a lot of questions.
If you want to do, then do. No one is trying to stop you. However, if someone wants to help others, why are you getting involved and trying to tell them how to do so. Play your game and stay out of the classroom, unless you want to teach. Then grab some chalk and get to teaching...
Teachers have their role, and I can remember some teachers who have been instrumental in my success. I would not be where I am today if it were not for a precious few who saw my potential and took the time to nurture it.
Remember, IF YOU CAN READ THIS, THANK A TEACHER!
Thank you Razorhawk and all those who teach us at HSX. In return we become better players, and in some cases, contributing members of HSX society...just like the real world.
