After watching this video and analyzing how Jim the teacher approached his student Albert, I gained good understanding of the correct way to handle this awkward and possibly difficult situation. Jim did not alter his original rules on this project, even if it were for a particular case. He did not let Albert have an extension for this project for it would change what he previous laid down as the guidelines, which the child clearly knew. Though I see completely why the teacher did this and admire him for his authority, I feel sad for the child's situation. If I were put in the teacher’s position today I unfortunately would have let Albert have his way, and give him an extension. After watching this, I hope to be less compassionate and more authorial like. Jim did a good job of maintaining his professional role, but being open to understanding the child's feelings and his comments.
 Jim reminds me a lot of my 6th grade teacher. He seemed so mean and stubborn, that I even cried one time. He would never change the assignment for me, or let me slide for doing "ok, but not my best" of work. Now looking back on it I can see why he was the way he was. I wanted things to go my way, not his. However, he knew how well I could do, and encouraged me kindly and compassionately, yet maintained an authorial role. For though he was known as the strict Mr. Fitch, he was and is till this day known as one of the best teachers in my town.
 Though 6th grade was one of the hardest years I have ever faced, the continual support of my teacher, Mr. Fitch formed me into who I am today; a hardworking young lady who strives for only the best. This man, other wise known as “daddy” at home, is the reason I decided to become a teacher. His professional, dominant stature in the classroom is how I would like to run my classroom one day. My students will not only be children to teach, but instructors to me. Like Jim and my father I hope to only grow stronger and become a better teacher by experiencing these situations like Albert’s.