LOGO-L> Hello, finally

[John Dudhnath <johnyd@globalnet.co.uk>]

I have been 'lurking' on your list for some time now and have declined to
introduce myself for some reason, probably because I am not actually using
LOGO at the moment.  I am so excited (and distracted) by the possibilities
of my new computer and internet connection that I can't settle down and get
absorbed in LOGO again, but I am really enjoying reading your letters.  The
recent discussion about behaviourism and constructivism (constructionism?)
has prompted me to write because it is so refreshing.  I read Bill Kerr's
article on his web page, too, and found it exremely interesting.
I first fell in love with LOGO when I was training to be a teacher some
thirteen years ago.  I made a special study of the language and the way
children learn best.  Over the years I have used LOGO with children in
schools to good effect but have never been able to regain my initial,
idealistic enthusiasm.  The lack of response from other, overworked,
teachers may have something to do with it and the general feeling of
pressure and threat in UK schools didn't help.
I now teach my twelve year old son at home so really it is an ideal time
for him and me to take up the LOGO challenge again.

Best Wishes,
Judy Dudhnath
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