- I saw a lot of connections because the theory was pretty close to what we learned outside. By the way I found it really helpful to learn more about the culture before going on tour.
2. What did you expect this course to be like? How was the reality similar to or different from your expectations?
- I'm actually positively surprised because I didn't expect the course to be that much fun. I've learned a lot and I'm glad to have decided for it.
3. How have your opinions or thoughts about the Amish in Lancaster changed?
- No. Because I didn't know that much about the Amish/Mennonite people before I came. I just learned a lot about them.
4. How did you benefit from this experience?
- First of all I was surprised how interesting it was to learn about those people and their culture and second now I can better imagine how they live. And I know now that it's not always how it seems - not everybody who is dressed like an Amish is actually an Amish person. You need to look closer to see the difference.
5. What is one thing you would change about your experience this weekend, if you could?
- There's nothing I would change about my experience. But I think it would be a good idea not to give that much homework after a long day, especially when the students need 30 minutes or more to drive home.
6. What advice do you have for future participants in this course?
- I would advise them a lot to sleep, because although it was interesting it was also exhausting and a lot to read, while being in the classroom.
7. When you return to your normal daily life here or talk with friends and family at home, what will you say when others ask you who the Amish are?
- I would tell them that the Amish people are talking Pennsylvanian Dutch and that they're living without electricity but they have everything to live a happy life. Those people just still know to appreciate the little things in life.
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