On Wed, 28 Apr 2010 06:16:48 pm Stephen J. Turnbull wrote:
> Steven D'Aprano writes:
> > As I see it, the two camps are divided purely on the question of
> > how to get increased privileges.
>
> As I see it, the division is over what constitutes merit, and how it
> is created or improved.
>
> > Both sides agree that merit is a requirement, but the disagreement
> > is on how to prove you have such merit.
>
> I disagree vehemently with that characterization of my position (and
> I strongly suspect David would, too). The primary argument of the
> "quality" camp as I see it is that the familiarization period
> *creates* value, both in terms of training ("merit" for the job) and
> interpersonal relationships ("building community"). Thus it is a
> *net benefit*, not a *net cost*. AFAICS, the "quantity" camp sees it
> as a nearly pure loss, simply slowing down inflow of preexisting
> "merit" (and perhaps discouraging it entirely).
Thank you for clarifying your position.
I disagree with it, but at least now I understand it better.
--
Steven D'Aprano
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