Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education
Date of this Version
2003
Document Type
Article
Citation
To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development (2003) 21; doi: 10.3998/tia.17063888.0021.014
Abstract
The Boston Group, drawing upon developmental and clinical research, has identified special moments in human interaction that they call “moments of meeting.” These moments occur spontaneously within the context of ongoing relational interaction and can effectively restructure relationships. We think of these moments of meeting as pivotal moments because of their potentially pivotal effect on relationships. In this chapter we briefly describe the theory underlying these moments of relational change, using examples from education. Then we suggest strategies that may help teachers participate creatively in such moments. Finally, we explore the implications of this theory for the concept of authenticity.
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License: CC BY-NC-ND