Applied Science | Monday | 10.26
"Hi," Tyler said laconic at the front of the room. "I don't get to teach on Halloween this year. Which is good, 'cause I don't think any of you need to see me on a Saturday."
"But" -- he added -- "we're still doing the lab I did last year. It's a very complicated reaction -- here, have a handout. The supplies are on the lab tables. You should probably work in pairs, and it's very important you remember the quality control role of your instructor."
A beat. "If you need help with the write-up on the experiment, there's a easier version at the table at the front of class."
He watched the class for a second."Questions? Comments? Oh, and if you have a violent nut allergy, tell me before I have to take you to the clinic. I have an alternate assignment for you."
"But" -- he added -- "we're still doing the lab I did last year. It's a very complicated reaction -- here, have a handout. The supplies are on the lab tables. You should probably work in pairs, and it's very important you remember the quality control role of your instructor."
A beat. "If you need help with the write-up on the experiment, there's a easier version at the table at the front of class."
He watched the class for a second."Questions? Comments? Oh, and if you have a violent nut allergy, tell me before I have to take you to the clinic. I have an alternate assignment for you."