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The Announcer 04-04-2010 06:23 PM
Ground Level Challenge
 
OOC: Unless otherwise indicated, your character's response and answers should be roleplayed and posted in this thread rather than PMed to the round host.

The Department of Magical Education
Hosted by: Pink Ninja


Antigone stood in the front of the room, her hair in a tight bun, dressed in a fitted pant suit. She had a pleasant smile on her face but she meant business. There were several stacks of papers on her desk that she flicked her wand at once everyone was seated in her nice neat rows. And moved her blackboard so that everyone could see it clearly.

"Hello all! Welcome to the Department of Education! I am here to help you all get a better sense of what a good teacher should be!" she said loud enough for all to hear. She took a few steps forward and looked out into the crowd of people and smiled.

"I would like to enlighten you all on what I believe, and the rest of my Department, believes makes a good teacher for our youth, and what qualities makes a bad teacher," she said in a light tone. "Now, in my personal opinion a teacher needs to know when to draw the line between being a friend and being an authority figure. Now I do believe that it is essential that the children are treated equally and that all of the professors care about them, but favoritism in the classroom is not something I agree with." she continued.

Looking at everyone along the front row she then turned and pointed her wand at the blackboard in front of the room. Two columns appeared, good and bad. Under the good column she made the word compassionate appear. "I also believe that a fair and just attitude makes for a better learning environment," as she spoke the word fair and just appeared underneath compassionate, "But I am afraid there are far too many that show favoritism and seem to care less and less for the children. There should be an equal amount of fun and discipline in the classroom." Now appearing under the bad column were the words favoritism and being too hard on the children. "There are some professors that would rather not have to be around the children anymore than necessary and have terrible attitudes toward them. In my mind, these people ought to not be allowed to teach the children how to tie their shoes, much less how to do magic," she said matter of factly.

"The main thing is though, that the children are taught the subject and taught it well, whatever it may be. The professors should be well versed in their particular subject and present the material in a manner in which all students can understand it and perform it," she said and the words well versed appeared under the good column and the words unorganized and no clue appeared under the bad column. SHe smirked at her straight to the quick answers there.

Smiling tightly she then continued, "These pamphlets are excerpts from ,the once High Inquisitor of Hogwarts, Delores Jane Umbridge's reports on the Professors. What I want you all to do is look over these reports and decide whether or not you agree with her reports. Knowing what we do about the fine educators of that time period I think it might be an easy task."

She had begun to make her way around the room watching as the reports landed on desk after desk after desk. "You will find that the back page is blank. The reason for this is that I wish for each of you to tell me here which of these professors you would fire and why. Also please tell me which one you think is the best suited for their job, she said with a grin.



Text Cut: Umbridge Reports

Extract from the Initial Report of the Hogwarts High Inquisitor

Charms:

While Professor Flitwick is cheerful and welcoming, the Hogwarts High Inquisitor, that is to say I, feel that this demeanor encourages the wrong sort of learning environment. While the students were focused on their studies, there were more mishaps than one would have expected, all of which resulted in far too much merriment.

Points for improvement: Professor Flitwick should focus on disciplining his classes when they step out of line, and conduct his lessons with a serious manner.

Action to be taken: Probation not deemed to be necessary.

Divination: Professor Trelawney lacks the basic skills of divination and teaching. Her predictions are a mixture of deduction and wild guesses. Her class control is minimal, she resorts to making ghoulish predictions in order to scare or bore her students into submission. She is also unable to make predictions on request.

Points for improvement: Professor Trelawney needs to revisit some tried and tested, ministry approved disciplinary procedures and apply them. She must also become more accurate in her predictions and teaching methods.

Action to be taken: Further inspection is required. Probation may be a necessary measure.

Care of Magical Creatures:Professor Hagrid is difficult to understand, intimidating to the students and seems to take pleasure in the thought of other people being hurt. His curriculum is vastly inappropriate for the age group he is teaching and he refuses to admit this. There have been injuries in his classes, one of which has led to a hypogryff being sentenced to death by the Committee for the Disposal of Dangerous Creatures, although the beast escaped, something that the Hogwarts High Inquisitor, that is to say I, am convinced was arranged by Professor Hagrid.

Points for improvement: Professor Hagrid should follow the lesson plans left by Professor Grubbly-Plank while he reassesses his curriculum so that it is in line with Ministry expectations. He should also concentrate on enunciating clearly so that the students can understand him.

Action to be taken: Further inspection is required. Probation may be a necessary measure.


Herbology: While Professor Sprout has a sound knowledge of her subject and so she is able to convey this knowledge to a reasonable standard. However, she allows her pupils to use foul language in her classes, something that the Hogwarts High Inquisitor, that is to say I, find most abhorrent and unnecessary. The amount of group work that is undertaken by Professor Sprout’s classes is also of concern, as they seem at times to almost be teaching each other, rather than receiving instruction from her.

Points for improvement: Professor Sprout would benefit from revisiting and revising some basic teaching skills, including what is acceptable language for the classroom.

Action to be taken: Probation not deemed to be necessary.

Potions:
Professor Snape is a highly competent Professor who had excellent control over his classes. It is clear that he has consistently and throughly educated his students throughout his tenure at Hogwarts. The Hogwarts High Inquisitor, that is to say I, have doubts about some of the potions that are currently on the syllabus, for example Strengthening Solution. However, there are other considerations to take into account which outweigh this. Professor Snape seems to be highly skilled in many areas and seems to be an asset to the school.

Points for improvement: Professor Snape should consider revising which potions are on the syllabus as some of them are too advanced for young children.

Action to be taken: Probation not deemed to be necessary.


"Once you have completed your task and I feel it is to the Education Department's standards you will be given the chance to fire your chosen Professor. This of course will be an illusion. I want to see how you all would handle such a situation," she said with a crooked grin as she made her way back to the desk in front of the room and took a seat.

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OOC: Depending on your answers and whether you have really tried to think this through and given your best work you will then receive a password to move on to the next level

dan arjay 04-14-2010 03:27 AM
DH was first on the Ground Level. He saw the Educations Department Head and listened as she handed some leaflets of the former High Inquisitor's remarks on the staff of Hogwarts. He recognized the names and know about them by heart.

He decided to ponder over the list and decide the right answer.

Boy Wonder 04-14-2010 03:29 AM
Benjamin walked into the room and received the pamphlet listening to everything Antigone said. He took mental note of everything written on the board and when she was done, Ben read the flyer 3 times to make sure his hunch was right.

It was a trick question.

Benjamin reached into his pocket and took out a pen, clicking it.

"Out of all the Professors, I would fire Professor and High Inquisitor Umbridge because she is ridiculing all the teachers in strait our and unbelievable ways. I know that all these teachers were the best in history and Umbridge did not know what she was talking about. I would also like to point out that Professor Umbridge did not ridicule herself, being the DADA teacher. This shows that she was egotistical.

The professor best fit for his/her job would be Headmaster Professor Dumbledore. Anyone who is anyone knows that he was the greatest Headmaster of all time and his power and wisdom made him best fit for the job. The fact that he had been offered to be Minister on many occasions yet turned them down shows that he loved working at Hogwarts and did not want to leave the students"

Benjamin capped his pen and waited for more instructions. Benjamin's real concerned was what happened to the speaker and who had the minister of magic.

Erindipity 04-14-2010 03:46 AM
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Originally Posted by rubindo (Post 9264143)
Benjamin walked into the room and received the pamphlet listening to everything Antigone said. He took mental note of everything written on the board and when she was done, Ben read the flyer 3 times to make sure his hunch was right.

It was a trick question.

Benjamin reached into his pocket and took out a pen, clicking it.

"Out of all the Professors, I would fire Professor and High Inquisitor Umbridge because she is ridiculing all the teachers in strait our and unbelievable ways. I know that all these teachers were the best in history and Umbridge did not know what she was talking about. I would also like to point out that Professor Umbridge did not ridicule herself, being the DADA teacher. This shows that she was egotistical.

The professor best fit for his/her job would be Headmaster Professor Dumbledore. Anyone who is anyone knows that he was the greatest Headmaster of all time and his power and wisdom made him best fit for the job. The fact that he had been offered to be Minister on many occasions yet turned them down shows that he loved working at Hogwarts and did not want to leave the students"

Benjamin capped his pen and waited for more instructions. Benjamin's real concerned was what happened to the speaker and who had the minister of magic.
Antigone saw that one good little pupil was already done and looking to her for more instructions. She made her way around to his desk and looked over his answer... Oh wowza... she hadn't been expecting that curveball.

"Oh very nice... Now... OMM... look there comes Umbridge," she exclaimed as she stepped away from his desk tentatively.

The Announcer 04-14-2010 03:49 AM
The door creaked open and in stomped the very toadlike form of Delores Jane Umbridge. OOOH she was in a tiff too.

"HOW DARE YOU , SIR?! I AM THE FINEST EDUCATOR THAT THIS PLACE HAS EVER SEEN! DUMBLEDORE WAS AN OLD FOOL! YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF FOR NOT SEEING THAT IN FRONT OF YOUR EYES IS A LAUNDRY LIST OF REASONS THAT THESE PEOPLE SHOULD BE FIRED!" the illusion shouted in a rage.

It would be interesting to see what the man did next...


OOC: Remember that if your answer is not beemed satisfactory that the Announcer will not show up as your chosen professor.

Hermione J. Granger 04-14-2010 03:58 AM
Oliver walked into the room and was handed some pamphlets about some reports on Hogwarts Professors. The challenge was to decide what Professor to fire and give a reason explaining yourself. Oliver took a pen and wrote I believe that Professor Trelawney should be let go. The reason being because even though High Inquisitor Umbridge is a bit harsh on evaluating the Professors of Hogwarts, she does have a point. Professor Trelawney does not show she has the skills or talent to teach a course, especially a subject as questionable as Divination. I believe Professor Trelawney is wasting students time because not only is her subject useless, but she doesn't know how to teach it. Oliver put down his pen and waited for further instructions.

Wenzlebug 04-14-2010 04:10 AM
Chris strode into the room and as he entered, he immediately noticed some people around and ooh, Dolores Umbridge herself. Chris didn't bother to watch and hear what was Umbridge saying to the old guy and then he found a pamphlet which contain reports and such by the High Inquisitor herself. He started working on his answers, jotting all the ideas he have on the back page of the paper.

Zellanna 04-14-2010 04:31 AM
*whistles*
 
All of this was far too close for comfort. Having been a professor at Hogwarts, that had faced the possible threat of being fired, it wasn't something he wanted to think about. Of course, this wasn't exactly a voluntary challenge anymore, was it? Other than that... this was just more paperwork, wasn't it?

Charms... A first year student faces a small core set of classes, including charms. As he remembered, many of them were easily intimidated, and it was difficult to encourage some of them.

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Professor Flitwick, according to the report, didn't use adequate discipline and was deemed too warm and welcoming. The latter I do not see to be a problem. Charms is usually a student's real introduction to magic, and particularly for muggleborn children.
That's right, Slade had been muggleborn. He'd developed some dislike of charms at first... Meanwhile, he'd felt it to be simply a natural progression. If he'd been easier on the boy...

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Because of the nature of these beginning charms, and even some later ones, mishaps can be quite common. A relaxed environment should be sought after, so long as no action is deliberately malicious. If he otherwise knows the material and the students are learning it, I see no problem with his employment.
Next, Divination. If this entire ordeal hadn't already made him uncomfortable, this most certainly would have... and did. However, he'd learned a great deal about the subject from his wife, as well as from his own mentors. And from what he remembered, it wasn't exactly a reliable subject. Other than that... Trelawney wasn't exactly a name he wanted to see right now. Especially not in these circumstances.

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Professor Trelawney is being criticized in the report for not being able to make accurate predictions on command. This is something that is wrongfully expected of most seers, as visions do not necessarily come on command. If all of her answers to often-sought questions are grisley, then it may be that she needs further training in the area herself.
Discipline in Divination... From what he remembered, there was rarely a class that went right with his wife. While he wouldn't have the heart to fire his wife, he also didn't think it would have been necessary anyhow. Heaven knew his class had his share... And what was it with him and seers? Moving on...

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Everything considered, I do not believe there is enough information here, without having personally met this professor, to say anything about her teaching.
Care of Magical Creatures. ... He was tempted to skip it. He'd spent half a day upstairs hiding from a kneazle. What did he know about it? He even left it up to Jasmine to take care of his late wife's cat. However... From what he remembered, and his history wasn't exactly the best, but this Hagrid person was something of a bumbling idiot. Well-versed, and could care for some... interesting creatures, but perhaps not the best professor material.

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Professor Hagrid by this report was malicious and careless. If one were to go on the report alone, it would be automatically assumed that he should be not only fired, but taken off the premises. Other reports and historical accounts do not say the same. The man was perhaps naive, and very well should have been a groundskeeper without teaching the students, but he was knowledgable and very likely did his best to take precautions. The man was soft-hearted, and I very much doubt that he would have purposefully endangered the students.
Herbology. Well, as far as he was concerned, no one could match him in that area. Again, he was tempted to skip it, but it was likely better that he didn't.

He'd glanced up to see that one of them had already written something out, and was facing... Well, that was interesting. A direct confrontation very rarely did well, however. That much he remembered. A small smile pulled the corner of his lips as he remembered his students protesting, against his word, even the possibility of him being fired. It was a fine day...

That brought him back down to the sheet of paper. How had he been seen? His wife? His fellow professors?

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Professor Sprout
he pushed to continue,

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was knowledgable, even by Umbridge's standards. The woman only disliked her teaching methods. I have personally found group activity to be the best way that children tend to learn. Just as well, it encourages teamwork and unity. So long as the students learn the material in an encouraging environment, I see no problem with consistant use of group work. It also allows for the professor to give better attention to the students, being able to personally attend to each of the few groups, rather than attempting to give individual attention to each student. It creates a rushed atmosphere, leaving some students behind while students who require less attention excel.
Potions... At this point he was realizing his memories of Hogwarts and his past were fairly skewed. But he needed to handle himself long enough to get to whatever the next level was. And then he wouldn't have to deal with memories of Hogwarts... or the wish to return.

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Professor Snape was well praised by Umbridge, and for good reason. He was quite a potions master, and known for both his actions and service. He also showed himself to be a model Slytherin, which wasn't exactly looked up to in that day, all things considered. He is recorded as having been heavily biased against particular students.

And you weren't?

He growled. He'd gone the entire day without hearing that voice. Refocusing, he continued.

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I believe Umbridge's report, however, is equally biased. He, perhaps, could have been a better teacher by being a mentor rather than a walking book. It is hard to say given he was under particular circumstances which we often do not have to face.

I do believe that the correct decision was one made by the end of that year... that all the professors should retain their places at Hogwarts. This is especially considering the circumstances and what we understand of that era. Had these professors been teaching in recent days, I believe they would have shown the same care and concern in protecting the students.

As a critical voice on teaching, however, and taking out Hogwart's pechant for being a center for the attraction of malicious intent, the least qualified professor would have been Professor Hagrid. He well deserved a place on school grounds for the work he did and was capable of doing, though he should have had more structure. If one were forced to make the decision, than for the sake of the lowest denominator, I would choose this professor.

The most qualified that belonged in their position was likely Professor Sprout. She showed an eagerness to teach and mentor, she kept herself open for mishap in the classroom in particular circumstances, and took care of both her students and the greenhouses. She also encouraged teamwork and acknowledged that we must all learn to work together, handing down those beliefs to her students.
He almost felt bad for choosing the Herbology professor. It seemed a little biased, even to him. But then, given he'd been close to someone in all fields besides charms, there probably wasn't a choice that wouldn't look biased. Well, it was said and done. He signed the parchment and laid down his quill, waiting.

dan arjay 04-14-2010 04:39 AM
DH almost fell from his seat and was startled with the Dolores Umbridge illusion.

Well this is interesting he thought and then snapped his finger and conjured his fountain pen and started to write.

"Considering the points presented, there are three professors that can be removed, but the two outweighs the other.

Point one: Professor Trelawney can be fired, not because she cannot make predictions upon requests but because she cannot seem to entice the student's attention that well. She also is deemed and must be entered to proper teaching techniques and with the proper handling of students.

Point two: Professor Hagrid can be fired because he has not have the proper teaching qualifications. He has not undergone schooling. But the good point is he is enticing the student's attention by showing them the right and correct handling and taming of creatures and what he teaches is based on experience.

Point three: Professor Umbridge, although she is not on the list is not to be missed. She teaches theories without giving the students time to participate or practice what they learn. She has barbaric ways of discipline and teaching procedure.

All three of them can be fired. But if Professor Trelawney and Professor Hagrid will undergo a training for their lacking, they can be accepted back to Hogwarts. As for Professor Umbridge, following her dogma, she cannot be accepted back to Hogwarts because of violations to wizards rights.

DH then looked at his answer once more and flicked his pen to disappear.

Erindipity 04-14-2010 04:43 AM
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Originally Posted by dan arjay
DH almost fell from his seat and was startled with the Dolores Umbridge illusion.

Well this is interesting he thought and then snapped his finger and conjured his fountain pen and started to write.

"Considering the points presented, there are three professors that can be removed, but the two outweighs the other.

Point one: Professor Trelawney can be fired, not because she cannot make predictions upon requests but because she cannot seem to entice the student's attention that well. She also is deemed and must be entered to proper teaching techniques and with the proper handling of students.

Point two: Professor Hagrid can be fired because he has not have the proper teaching qualifications. He has not undergone schooling. But the good point is he is enticing the student's attention by showing them the right and correct handling and taming of creatures and what he teaches is based on experience.

Point three: Professor Umbridge, although she is not on the list is not to be missed. She teaches theories without giving the students time to participate or practice what they learn. She has barbaric ways of discipline and teaching procedure.

All three of them can be fired. But if Professor Trelawney and Professor Hagrid will undergo a training for their lacking, they can be accepted back to Hogwarts. As for Professor Umbridge, following her dogma, she cannot be accepted back to Hogwarts because of violations to wizards rights.

DH then looked at his answer once more and flicked his pen to disappear.
Antigone stepped forward and looked over the man's shoulder at his work. Interesting... another one for Umbridge, eh. She wasn't actually on the list, but oh well. He made some good points there. "I would cover my ears if I were you," she said with a smirk as she walked away...


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Originally Posted by Hermione J. Granger (Post 9264210)
Oliver walked into the room and was handed some pamphlets about some reports on Hogwarts Professors. The challenge was to decide what Professor to fire and give a reason explaining yourself. Oliver took a pen and wrote I believe that Professor Trelawney should be let go. The reason being because even though High Inquisitor Umbridge is a bit harsh on evaluating the Professors of Hogwarts, she does have a point. Professor Trelawney does not show she has the skills or talent to teach a course, especially a subject as questionable as Divination. I believe Professor Trelawney is wasting students time because not only is her subject useless, but she doesn't know how to teach it. Oliver put down his pen and waited for further instructions.
Antigone made her way through the desks and looked over people's shoulders in true teacher fashion. She stopped at one of her Department's employees and said, "Honey, I need a little more detail from you if you will." She smiled warmly and walked away...

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Originally Posted by cedricdiggory (Post 9264231)
Chris strode into the room and as he entered, he immediately noticed some people around and ooh, Dolores Umbridge herself. Chris didn't bother to watch and hear what was Umbridge saying to the old guy and then he found a pamphlet which contain reports and such by the High Inquisitor herself. He started working on his answers, jotting all the ideas he have on the back page of the paper.
Antigone then gave the next person a little smile as she saw him dilligently working. Had she not been so freaked out by the while idea of Reagan and Allie being gone she would rather enjoy having so many men around her...

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All of this was far too close for comfort. Having been a professor at Hogwarts, that had faced the possible threat of being fired, it wasn't something he wanted to think about. Of course, this wasn't exactly a voluntary challenge anymore, was it? Other than that... this was just more paperwork, wasn't it?

Charms... A first year student faces a small core set of classes, including charms. As he remembered, many of them were easily intimidated, and it was difficult to encourage some of them.



That's right, Slade had been muggleborn. He'd developed some dislike of charms at first... Meanwhile, he'd felt it to be simply a natural progression. If he'd been easier on the boy...



Next, Divination. If this entire ordeal hadn't already made him uncomfortable, this most certainly would have... and did. However, he'd learned a great deal about the subject from his wife, as well as from his own mentors. And from what he remembered, it wasn't exactly a reliable subject. Other than that... Trelawney wasn't exactly a name he wanted to see right now. Especially not in these circumstances.



Discipline in Divination... From what he remembered, there was rarely a class that went right with his wife. While he wouldn't have the heart to fire his wife, he also didn't think it would have been necessary anyhow. Heaven knew his class had his share... And what was it with him and seers? Moving on...



Care of Magical Creatures. ... He was tempted to skip it. He'd spent half a day upstairs hiding from a kneazle. What did he know about it? He even left it up to Jasmine to take care of his late wife's cat. However... From what he remembered, and his history wasn't exactly the best, but this Hagrid person was something of a bumbling idiot. Well-versed, and could care for some... interesting creatures, but perhaps not the best professor material.



Herbology. Well, as far as he was concerned, no one could match him in that area. Again, he was tempted to skip it, but it was likely better that he didn't.

He'd glanced up to see that one of them had already written something out, and was facing... Well, that was interesting. A direct confrontation very rarely did well, however. That much he remembered. A small smile pulled the corner of his lips as he remembered his students protesting, against his word, even the possibility of him being fired. It was a fine day...

That brought him back down to the sheet of paper. How had he been seen? His wife? His fellow professors?



he pushed to continue,



Potions... At this point he was realizing his memories of Hogwarts and his past were fairly skewed. But he needed to handle himself long enough to get to whatever the next level was. And then he wouldn't have to deal with memories of Hogwarts... or the wish to return.


And you weren't?

He growled. He'd gone the entire day without hearing that voice. Refocusing, he continued.



He almost felt bad for choosing the Herbology professor. It seemed a little biased, even to him. But then, given he'd been close to someone in all fields besides charms, there probably wasn't a choice that wouldn't look biased. Well, it was said and done. He signed the parchment and laid down his quill, waiting.
o_O WOWZA! This dude took things seriously. "This is great! Thank you so much for your hard work. I would watch my feet... there will be someone coming to visit," she said and smiled as she walked away.


OOC: Please, let's not have everyone pick Umbridge. Yes, I know she was terrible... put there are other options. :) Thank you

brelovesweasleys 04-14-2010 04:51 AM
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Originally Posted by dan arjay (Post 9264270)
DH almost fell from his seat and was startled with the Dolores Umbridge illusion.

Well this is interesting he thought and then snapped his finger and conjured his fountain pen and started to write.

"Considering the points presented, there are three professors that can be removed, but the two outweighs the other.

Point one: Professor Trelawney can be fired, not because she cannot make predictions upon requests but because she cannot seem to entice the student's attention that well. She also is deemed and must be entered to proper teaching techniques and with the proper handling of students.

Point two: Professor Hagrid can be fired because he has not have the proper teaching qualifications. He has not undergone schooling. But the good point is he is enticing the student's attention by showing them the right and correct handling and taming of creatures and what he teaches is based on experience.

Point three: Professor Umbridge, although she is not on the list is not to be missed. She teaches theories without giving the students time to participate or practice what they learn. She has barbaric ways of discipline and teaching procedure.

All three of them can be fired. But if Professor Trelawney and Professor Hagrid will undergo a training for their lacking, they can be accepted back to Hogwarts. As for Professor Umbridge, following her dogma, she cannot be accepted back to Hogwarts because of violations to wizards rights.

DH then looked at his answer once more and flicked his pen to disappear.
Georgina walked in at ground level late, great, this was what she needed just starting in the ministry. being late is not suppossed to be acceptable, but she never cared about time when she was in school, guess old habits carry on. Looking for an empty chair, she sat down next to a man who looked to be in his twenties, maybe he could fill her in? there was probably no talking while everyone seemed to be working on something. Hopefully this man wouldnt be mad that she's about to interrupt his work to ask what she missed. "Hello, my name is Georgina Muldoone, im so sorry for interrupting what you were doing, but i missed the lecture, would you mind filling me in?"

The Announcer 04-14-2010 05:01 AM
Zellanna and dan arjay you're up
 
The form of Hagrid came loping through the door. He fidgeted around before stepping up the man's desk that chose him to be fired. "'Ello. Great day, 'is is, eh. Why you want to go an fire me fur? I was always real good to 'em students, I was..." Hagrid's illusion said as it shifted from foot to foot...




The Umbridge illsuion turned promptly and eyed the man in her toadlike fashion. "I SEE THERE IS ANOTHER OF YOU THAT THINKS THESE INSOLENT PEOPLE COULD POSSIBLY BE BETTER THAN ME! HOW COULD YOU BE SO BLIND?" the illusion spat her words at the man and glared for a moment before lightening her tone. "*gigglegiggle* Now, sir... You are obviously an intelligent man... why not look back over these things and choose someone else," the Umbridge illusion tried to charm the man.

Zellanna 04-14-2010 05:10 AM
The man was both bigger and smaller than he'd expected. But then, everything seemed bigger when you were a kid. Feeling ridiculous to be sitting down for his, he stood, his hair spreading around over his shoulders. "A necessary evil, I'm afraid," he began. "Your skills with magical creatures are impeccable, and you care very dearly for the students. Any fool can see that. Sadly, sometimes that is not enough. It is the hardest thing when your best is not enough... Believe me, I would know. But it is something we must accept."

dan arjay 04-14-2010 05:14 AM
DH was again startled with the image of Umbridge but then was puzzled that she was all of a sudden very kind to him.

"Well, considering that I fired three Professor is good. But the two can redeem themselves and the last one, being you, can't." he said looking the illusion straight in her illusion eyes.

The Announcer 04-14-2010 05:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Zellanna (Post 9264300)
The man was both bigger and smaller than he'd expected. But then, everything seemed bigger when you were a kid. Feeling ridiculous to be sitting down for his, he stood, his hair spreading around over his shoulders. "A necessary evil, I'm afraid," he began. "Your skills with magical creatures are impeccable, and you care very dearly for the students. Any fool can see that. Sadly, sometimes that is not enough. It is the hardest thing when your best is not enough... Believe me, I would know. But it is something we must accept."

Hagrid shuffled some more and a stubborn tear dropped from his eye and landed with an audible SPLAT on his Merlin awful suit. He sniffled a few times and nodded his head. "Thanks fur bein' s'nice about it, sir. Thanks s'much," the Hagrid illusion sniffled and hiccupped back a sob and the illusion shimmered and disappeared.




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DH was again startled with the image of Umbridge but then was puzzled that she was all of a sudden very kind to him.

"Well, considering that I fired three Professor is good. But the two can redeem themselves and the last one, being you, can't." he said looking the illusion straight in her illusion eyes.
The Umbridge illusion flared her toad like nostrils and glared at the man. "You, sir are ridiculous... why is it that they can redeem themselves and I cannot? Have you an answer for that , hmmm?" she said in a deadly voice as she tapped the toe of her pink shoe impatiently.

Hermione J. Granger 04-14-2010 05:23 AM
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Originally Posted by Pink Ninja (Post 9264274)
Antigone made her way through the desks and looked over people's shoulders in true teacher fashion. She stopped at one of her Department's employees and said, "Honey, I need a little more detail from you if you will." She smiled warmly and walked away...A[/B]
Oliver was a little confused, but decided it would be best for him to keep writing. He took his pen and added I believe that Professor Trelawney should be let go. The reason being because even though High Inquisitor Umbridge is a bit harsh on evaluating the Professors of Hogwarts, she does have a point. Professor Trelawney does not show she has the skills or talent to teach a course, especially a subject as questionable as Divination. Some of her many faults included not paying attention to her students neither academically or just to make sure they were actually paying attention to what she was teaching. She seemed to be off in her own little world in most if not all of her classes. Most of her students were falling asleep and by if some chance they were engaged in the classroom they give her half hearted answers giving the impression they hadn't the slightest clue what had been going on. I believe Professor Trelawney is wasting students time because not only is her subject useless, but she doesn't know how to teach it. When asked on her knowledge about her subject of Divination she give questionable answers and did not seem to have a firm grasp on what she was talking about, also when asked to perform what she was teaching her students she failed and made a pathetic attempt to pretend she knew what she was doing. Professor Trelawney does not deserve to be a professor because of the nonsense she pretends she knows how to teach and because she gives no attention to her students or how they are doing with their work. Oliver put down his pen for the second time and hoped this time he had written enough to satisfy the evaluator.

Yusrieee 04-14-2010 05:24 AM
Edilson had been sitting quietly in his seat, taking in all the woman had to say about unjust teachers and their abhorrent ways of teaching. He, for once, felt very strong about this issue for how he loves children, his sisters children to be precise. Those little doves complained to him numerous amount of times about this nonsensical teacher at their school who judged students based on the occupation of their dads and how much money they make in a month. What kind of person does that? It's absolutely unacceptable even if doesn't have an effect on his nieces and nephews. Sighing, he got hold of the pamphlets and scribbled down his name as he sucked the end of his quill while thinking about what to write and most importantly, who to fire.

Cinn-O-Bun 04-14-2010 05:24 AM
Erik looked around and as a pamphlet was handed to him looked at it blankly. Wait...what were we supposed to do? And why was it the ministry always felt the need to give us more paperwork? Staring at the paper he looked around at others working and sighed. Well here went nothing.

Erik bit at his quill as he read the retarded rumblings of the idiot that was Umbridge. The woman really did have a severe issue. Absolute power did in fact corrupt absolutely it seemed.

Setting his quill to the paper he began to write.

While as much as the woman was historically known to be a cruel witch. Literally. I would have to say that I agree with her findings for the most part. No matter how rude Severus was he was a good teacher and the others she stated were safe did a good job in their own methods. If I had to choose one of the two that she suggested a further investigation for to fire I would have to choose Hagrid. A nice guy he may have been he was not particularly qualified to teach. Granted many of the things that occurred were not necessarily his fault, the fact that they occurred should not have happened. For example, students being bitten by carnivorous books. Books are meant to be read, not to eat the children. I do not think he intentionally does things to intimidate or harm the children but his naivety has done more harm then good. So yes, I would say that Professor Hagrid should indeed have been fired from that position at least and it given back to Professor Grubbly-Plank or another qualified professor who has shown an exceptional knowledge of their field.

Setting his quill back in his mouth he bit it thoughtfully. If he were back in school he knew a number of students who wouldn't be happy with his thoughts on that matter. Oh well.

Zellanna 04-14-2010 05:26 AM
Armand nodded, though he wasn't exactly sure what for. As the illusion shimmered away, he realized it was very strange being on the other side. Being nice about it... He could have only hoped that was what he would have faced. But he had been lucky to not have faced it at all. With a sigh he leaned against the desk, waiting for the next move.

dan arjay 04-14-2010 05:31 AM
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Originally Posted by The Announcer (Post 9264317)
The Umbridge illusion flared her toad like nostrils and glared at the man. "You, sir are ridiculous... why is it that they can redeem themselves and I cannot? Have you an answer for that , hmmm?" she said in a deadly voice as she tapped the toe of her pink shoe impatiently.
DH nodded and reconsidered. "Okay, lets put it this way. All three can redeem themselves if the two can learn how to control their students and you can learn how to be a better mentor than be a, how do you say this, a controller. Which I doubt about that." he said.

He then looked at his lists and the reports...

HannahLongbottom 04-14-2010 06:00 AM
Malachi couldn't help it. Despite the seriousness of the situation, A grin spread across his face as Antigone spoke, this was so very... her to set up this kind of task.

He read through the report and his grin faded. Too much merriment? This woman must have been a real pain in the rear end. For a moment, he considered firing her... but he knew better than that. He wouldn't want to break one of Antigone's rules...

He took a quill out of his jacket pocket and started to write in his neat, loopy hand.

While I would personally prefer to sack Professor Umbridge, since she is not one of the options, I would have to sack Professor Trelawney. If she actually did lack the abilities of a true seer as the report suggests then the insight and guidance that she could have offered the students would be limited.
Equally, if she could not command the respect of her students, then her delivery of the subject would have been negatively affected.

The Professor I believe was best suited for their job is Professor Flitwick. Charms is a subject where there are always accidents of one sort or another as the students are learning. This Professor would seem to have had a cheerful disposition, which in my experience, is far more effective as a teaching style than being a disciplinarian who barked orders.

Malachi place his pen down and waited, reading his answer through, just to be sure.

PattyH. 04-14-2010 06:07 AM
Prometheus wondered if anyone else picked up on the irony he found in this task. Dolores Umbridge with evil intentions had viciously attacked the staff of Hogwarts all in the Name of the Ministry, and had been chastised and evicted for it. Now however her evil motives were in fact aiding the powers of good, for through her notes, a greater evil was to be stopped and the Minister and Senior Undersecretary saved.

To solve the challenge that was before him, Prometheus was going to place himself in the position of a student in the classes of these teachers, and see which one he as both Man and Boy would fire.
As he scanned Umbridges notes, would really stood out to him was the teachers relationships with the Students. Each Teacher had a pro and con, These Prometheus scribbled down on a piece of parchment he conjured.
  • Relationship with Students.

    Trelawney
    Pro: For those who took the class seriously, she was able to instill a sense of self belief
    Con: However she was not able to hold the focus of all students
    Flitwick
    Pro: The Students respect him; he allows them to enjoy the class work.
    Con: nil
    Hagrid
    Pro: due to his relationship with the animals he keeps, he was able to protect his students.
    Con: He exposed unprepared students to dangerous creatures
    Sprout
    Pro: Cares deeply both for her students and her plants
    Con: nil
    Snape
    Pro : nil
    Con: Uses fear and intimidation to get his way
From this to Prometheus it was simple : Snape had to go!
and as for the best it was a neck and neck tie with Flitwick and Sprout.

Erindipity 04-14-2010 06:26 AM
this is my last post for the night (morning for me)
 
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Originally Posted by Hermione J. Granger (Post 9264322)
Oliver was a little confused, but decided it would be best for him to keep writing. He took his pen and added I believe that Professor Trelawney should be let go. The reason being because even though High Inquisitor Umbridge is a bit harsh on evaluating the Professors of Hogwarts, she does have a point. Professor Trelawney does not show she has the skills or talent to teach a course, especially a subject as questionable as Divination. Some of her many faults included not paying attention to her students neither academically or just to make sure they were actually paying attention to what she was teaching. She seemed to be off in her own little world in most if not all of her classes. Most of her students were falling asleep and by if some chance they were engaged in the classroom they give her half hearted answers giving the impression they hadn't the slightest clue what had been going on. I believe Professor Trelawney is wasting students time because not only is her subject useless, but she doesn't know how to teach it. When asked on her knowledge about her subject of Divination she give questionable answers and did not seem to have a firm grasp on what she was talking about, also when asked to perform what she was teaching her students she failed and made a pathetic attempt to pretend she knew what she was doing. Professor Trelawney does not deserve to be a professor because of the nonsense she pretends she knows how to teach and because she gives no attention to her students or how they are doing with their work. Oliver put down his pen for the second time and hoped this time he had written enough to satisfy the evaluator.


Antigone smiled as she read through the man's reply again. She patted him on the back and said, "Okay. Thanks honey. If you will just watch the door, your next task will present itself."

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Originally Posted by Yusrieee (Post 9264323)
Edilson had been sitting quietly in his seat, taking in all the woman had to say about unjust teachers and their abhorrent ways of teaching. He, for once, felt very strong about this issue for how he loves children, his sisters children to be precise. Those little doves complained to him numerous amount of times about this nonsensical teacher at their school who judged students based on the occupation of their dads and how much money they make in a month. What kind of person does that? It's absolutely unacceptable even if doesn't have an effect on his nieces and nephews. Sighing, he got hold of the pamphlets and scribbled down his name as he sucked the end of his quill while thinking about what to write and most importantly, who to fire.


Antigone smiled at the man who seemed to be in deep thought over her little challenge. YAY for that! Again she fought the urge to do a little happy dance in the middle of the room.

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Originally Posted by Cinn-O-Bun (Post 9264325)
Erik looked around and as a pamphlet was handed to him looked at it blankly. Wait...what were we supposed to do? And why was it the ministry always felt the need to give us more paperwork? Staring at the paper he looked around at others working and sighed. Well here went nothing.

Erik bit at his quill as he read the retarded rumblings of the idiot that was Umbridge. The woman really did have a severe issue. Absolute power did in fact corrupt absolutely it seemed.

Setting his quill to the paper he began to write.

While as much as the woman was historically known to be a cruel witch. Literally. I would have to say that I agree with her findings for the most part. No matter how rude Severus was he was a good teacher and the others she stated were safe did a good job in their own methods. If I had to choose one of the two that she suggested a further investigation for to fire I would have to choose Hagrid. A nice guy he may have been he was not particularly qualified to teach. Granted many of the things that occurred were not necessarily his fault, the fact that they occurred should not have happened. For example, students being bitten by carnivorous books. Books are meant to be read, not to eat the children. I do not think he intentionally does things to intimidate or harm the children but his naivety has done more harm then good. So yes, I would say that Professor Hagrid should indeed have been fired from that position at least and it given back to Professor Grubbly-Plank or another qualified professor who has shown an exceptional knowledge of their field.

Setting his quill back in his mouth he bit it thoughtfully. If he were back in school he knew a number of students who wouldn't be happy with his thoughts on that matter. Oh well.


As she looked over Erik's shoulder at his work she placed her hand on his shoulder and smiled. "Good job, Erik. Watch for your cue to begin the next task," she told him with a smile.

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Originally Posted by Zellanna (Post 9264332)
Armand nodded, though he wasn't exactly sure what for. As the illusion shimmered away, he realized it was very strange being on the other side. Being nice about it... He could have only hoped that was what he would have faced. But he had been lucky to not have faced it at all. With a sigh he leaned against the desk, waiting for the next move.


Antigone was not one for showing much emotion or excitement but when her first "pupil" passed the challenge she clapped her hands together and smiled. "Fantastic!" she exclaimed as she made her way to him.

ooc: I am signing off right now. YOu will receive a PM in the morning with further instructions, m'kay.

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Originally Posted by dan arjay (Post 9264336)
DH nodded and reconsidered. "Okay, lets put it this way. All three can redeem themselves if the two can learn how to control their students and you can learn how to be a better mentor than be a, how do you say this, a controller. Which I doubt about that." he said.

He then looked at his lists and the reports...


Antigone cringed as she heard the man and Umbridge having it out. SHe was a royal pain in the tookus, that woman was. Yuck.

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Originally Posted by HannahLongbottom (Post 9264362)
Malachi couldn't help it. Despite the seriousness of the situation, A grin spread across his face as Antigone spoke, this was so very... her to set up this kind of task.

He read through the report and his grin faded. Too much merriment? This woman must have been a real pain in the rear end. For a moment, he considered firing her... but he knew better than that. He wouldn't want to break one of Antigone's rules...

He took a quill out of his jacket pocket and started to write in his neat, loopy hand.

While I would personally prefer to sack Professor Umbridge, since she is not one of the options, I would have to sack Professor Trelawney. If she actually did lack the abilities of a true seer as the report suggests then the insight and guidance that she could have offered the students would be limited.
Equally, if she could not command the respect of her students, then her delivery of the subject would have been negatively affected.

The Professor I believe was best suited for their job is Professor Flitwick. Charms is a subject where there are always accidents of one sort or another as the students are learning. This Professor would seem to have had a cheerful disposition, which in my experience, is far more effective as a teaching style than being a disciplinarian who barked orders.

Malachi place his pen down and waited, reading his answer through, just to be sure.


Antigone smoothed down the front of her jacket and leaned over Malachi's shoulder, her chain hanging down revealing the phail and the pendant. "Great work, Malachi. Wait for the cue to start your next task," she said sweetly as she squeezed his shoulder gently and gave him an indulgant smile.

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Originally Posted by PattyH. (Post 9264366)
Prometheus wondered if anyone else picked up on the irony he found in this task. Dolores Umbridge with evil intentions had viciously attacked the staff of Hogwarts all in the Name of the Ministry, and had been chastised and evicted for it. Now however her evil motives were in fact aiding the powers of good, for through her notes, a greater evil was to be stopped and the Minister and Senior Undersecretary saved.

To solve the challenge that was before him, Prometheus was going to place himself in the position of a student in the classes of these teachers, and see which one he as both Man and Boy would fire.
As he scanned Umbridges notes, would really stood out to him was the teachers relationships with the Students. Each Teacher had a pro and con, These Prometheus scribbled down on a piece of parchment he conjured.
  • Relationship with Students.

    Trelawney
    Pro: For those who took the class seriously, she was able to instill a sense of self belief
    Con: However she was not able to hold the focus of all students
    Flitwick
    Pro: The Students respect him; he allows them to enjoy the class work.
    Con: nil
    Hagrid
    Pro: due to his relationship with the animals he keeps, he was able to protect his students.
    Con: He exposed unprepared students to dangerous creatures
    Sprout
    Pro: Cares deeply both for her students and her plants
    Con: nil
    Snape
    Pro : nil
    Con: Uses fear and intimidation to get his way
From this to Prometheus it was simple : Snape had to go!
and as for the best it was a neck and neck tie with Flitwick and Sprout.


Antigone made her way over to yet another who had finished up their work and was now awaiting further instruction. She looked over the man's shoulder at his work and smiled. "Great job. Keep an out for your cue to begin the next task," she said sweetly as she walked away. She wanted no part of dealing with Severus Snape. Nuh uh!

Boy Wonder 04-14-2010 06:50 AM
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Originally Posted by The Announcer (Post 9264191)
The door creaked open and in stomped the very toadlike form of Delores Jane Umbridge. OOOH she was in a tiff too.

"HOW DARE YOU , SIR?! I AM THE FINEST EDUCATOR THAT THIS PLACE HAS EVER SEEN! DUMBLEDORE WAS AN OLD FOOL! YOU SHOULD BE ASHAMED OF YOURSELF FOR NOT SEEING THAT IN FRONT OF YOUR EYES IS A LAUNDRY LIST OF REASONS THAT THESE PEOPLE SHOULD BE FIRED!" the illusion shouted in a rage.

It would be interesting to see what the man did next...
Benjamin actually laughed at the fact that "Delores Umbridge" was standing in front of him. It was quite amusing that he would now be arguing with an illusion. He raised an eyebrow not phased at all. "Yes, I see your crummy list. But you fail to recognize the positive qualities that the teachers take as to make them the greatest teachers of all time. Yet, you seem to have left yourself out. Why don't I do you?" He began to circle Umbridge. "Let's see... Okay, the fact that you didn't allow magic to be done in your class si absolutely absurd in a magic school. Also, you didn't TEACH spells or tactics... Rather, you poorly taught them theory. All this horrible teaching actually led the students to have to teach themselves... Which, believe it or not, saved. Their. Lives." Benjamin approached her and wanted to leave her with one last sentence. "So, shut up. You're fired." He looked at Antigone with a smile. Hopefully that was suffice. He then let out a laugh at the fun he had.

Fira 04-14-2010 07:10 AM
Ryan carefully listened to the woman as he always did and surprisingly the man was not smiling or smirking this time since...it was business time and the man was taking that one seriously especially because it considered education which was his field of working.

Once the woman finished her speech, he picked up the parcment with Umbridge's comments and examined it for a short time before starting to write down his comments on the professors.

Charms: At this point of Charms i have to remark that i quite disagree with the Hogwarts High Inquisitor for i believe being cheerful and welcoming are the two necessities that a good teacher should have. In quite opposite to common knowledge youngsters tend to respect to the ones who can be like themselves. That was the children may accept the professors as he is instead of fitting him into a picture of harsh authority. Since Professor Flitwick is still respected as a professor among those students, we can see that he kept that balance well.

Divination: Actually i believe that Divination does not require a certain skill and there's no need to be a seer if one wanted to teach divination. Except prophecies, i believe, future cannot be read correctly since it is due to change. Professor Trelawney, as we know, does make prophecies and a prophecy is not something to be done on request. And since she had been teaching the subject for years, i believe there should be something good with that woman.

Care of Magical Creatures: Though most of the comments Umbridge has made on Professor Hagrid is the sour fruits of her prejudgment caused by the fact that the professor is half-giant (She says he is hard to understand and intimidatin because he is a half-giant), there are some parts that i'd like to agree with Ms. Umbridge. And that is the case of curriculum to be followed. If students are being afraid of a class it is unlikey that they would learn anything well.

Herbology: Unlike Umbridge. I think using foul language at class is not something worthy to report about a class. They are children and they have their right to enjoy themselves and they are going to use that foul language no matter what for it is another way that they enjoy themlselves. If one should take that right from them, i believe, it is possible that the children would lost their enthusiasm. Also i think what Ms. Umbridge regarded as students teaching each other means that there is co-operation within the class which is a good element to exist in a class of practice.

Potions: Another point that i disagree with Ms. Umbridge and i am doing it strongly this time. Professor Snape uses fear to maintain that said control over his classes and this is nothing good for any children. He also favours the students of his house (Slytherin). I think even the sight of him should be traumatic for those young minds. I see nothing positive with the way Snape handles his classes despite the fact that he has wide knowledge on his topic. So, i believe Seveverus Snape should be fired.


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