DaleC
Contributor
At the risk of poster weariness (which I am well aware of) I thought I would start yet another thread in an attempt to clarify an issue that repeatedly arises in this forum and often clouds debate by focusing on the "how" instead of the "what".
In a number of recent threads (on a variety of topics related to divers advancing their knowledge or skill level) there has been an undercurrent argument regarding the way in which today's diver should progress.
This argument often revolves around two learning pathways: formal/structured education and other/unstructured education models such as (though not exclusively) self study and mentoring.
rather than post my personal views in the OP I'll just ask the simple question that I think cuts to the quick of the debate:
In your opinion; Is formal education in regards to today's diving an obligation or an option?
Vote and discuss if you wish.
In a number of recent threads (on a variety of topics related to divers advancing their knowledge or skill level) there has been an undercurrent argument regarding the way in which today's diver should progress.
This argument often revolves around two learning pathways: formal/structured education and other/unstructured education models such as (though not exclusively) self study and mentoring.
rather than post my personal views in the OP I'll just ask the simple question that I think cuts to the quick of the debate:
In your opinion; Is formal education in regards to today's diving an obligation or an option?
Vote and discuss if you wish.
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