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Enriken on the chronicle Aftenposten: – Lack in our society

It’s no secret that Kompani Lauritzen: Tropp 1 has taken Norway by storm.

Viewers witnessed touching moments, where the recruits found the best version of themselves through the harsh regime of Colonel Dag Otto Lauritzen (66). Due to harsh discipline, rigid structures and clear authorities, they came out of the dark cellar.

This was stated by the anonymous lecturer, who stands behind a previously published report Often this week. The lecturer calls himself “Lektor 27283” and writes that they want to be “more” like the ensign in the classrooms. The comment fields are filled with critiques and replies.

Now the ensign himself responds to the chronicle.

A special reason

NATIONAL CELEBRITY: Geir Aker has become known for his clear role within Setnesmoen’s camp. Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

Ensign Geir Aker (46) became an overnight national celebrity when he made his debut on the first season of Kompani Lauritzen. He has become known for his tough demeanor and tough feedback at Setnesmoen’s camp, but everyone knows he has a heart of gold behind it all.

He believes there’s a particular reason this year’s season has become so popular:

– First, I think it’s about the fact that when we’re dealing with non-celebs, it’s exciting. It’s easier for people to relate to ordinary people, to use a tired term. That’s the main reason, and I think people like to see young people succeed, she tells TV 2.

Our appointment for the interview with the ensign was at a precise time, and we will arrange to call him the second at a quarter to ten. He is an ensign who values ​​punctuality, after all.

In the chronicle, the author writes that “Kompanie Lauritzen performs better than ordinary schools, and that weak cadres in Norwegian schools should be highlighted”.

YOUNG ADULTS: In this year's season of viewer favorites, it was the turn of unknown young adults to become better versions of themselves.  Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

YOUNG ADULTS: In this year’s season of viewer favorites, it was the turn of unknown young adults to become better versions of themselves. Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

But if Kompani Lauritzen is better than the Norwegian school, the ensign has no answer to:

– It’s not certain whether one or the other is decisive, but there are some elements that Norwegian schools have abandoned – which of course still work when we use them at Kompani Lauritzen, says the 46-year-old and continues:

– An example is that we are strict, clear, we make requests and make decisions. This is what we do, we decide on others. It may be in short supply in our society, but at least in school. It’s great that pupils have a lot of space and can develop, but there’s also something liberating about being deprived of choice.

– Educational gain

She also points out that there are many things teachers can learn from the program. Letting yourself be decided is an important quality according to the ensign:

– If we don’t train people in this, they will find it difficult. When students are about to become adults and enter society, there will come a time, preferably several, when others will decide about them. If you don’t fully understand it, it’s going to be a steep learning curve. There is an educational benefit to being determined.

It’s time to bring the teacher back as the authority in the classroom. Not like a prehistoric petty man in a coat and a pointing stick, but like an authority with warmth and humor who dares and is allowed to say where the closet should be

Teacher 27283

He is also determined that there is a fine line between being stern and petty, as an authority figure.

– It’s about what kind of heart you have. If you intend to do good for others, it usually comes from the heart. If one has other needs, such as the need to decide, or an attraction towards the exercise of power – things can easily go wrong, says the ensign and adds:

STRESS: It's no secret that the stay was a strain for several people.  Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

STRESS: It’s no secret that the stay was a strain for several people. Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

– And then it’s about basic human points of view. The person in front of you has resources: this is my starting point. It’s my job to get them, so I have to choose which tools to use.

– The consequences are clear

Many teachers avoid taking notes. It can be a principle because it destroys the relationship, or because it doesn’t actually lead to any improvement. Others avoid it because they want to be popular, not spoil the teaching evaluation or get nasty comments about Jodel.

Teacher 27283

However, there are two special qualities that the ensign deems unbeatable in class.

– Is that the teacher becomes both clear and friendly. I think that’s a pretty powerful combination. There is a difference between being a friend and being friendly. Being clear and defining the picture, being clear about the consequences and following it – will build trust over time.

We can see the same in Kompani Lauritzen – and especially in Troop 1. It’s awkward at first, but they build a trust the more they understand.

– Even if we are strict, we want them.

Inspiration for others

DESERVES THE BEST: Enriken points out that today's youth need all kinds of experiences in adulthood.  Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

DESERVES THE BEST: Enriken points out that today’s youth need all kinds of experiences in adulthood. Photo: Matti Bernitz/TV 2

The 46-year-old stresses that today’s youth deserve the best that can be offered, and therefore need all kinds of experience:

With widespread support from management, parents and the general public to be able to provide even clearer feedback on undesirable behaviour, my students will have a chance on equal footing with the lucky Troop 1.

Teacher 27283

– They are the ones who will take over the company when they are old enough. Giving them experience from everything from having agency, to strict structures where others decide, matters to him. But with the adults deciding in the best interests of the children, because the children are not able to figure it out for themselves, he says and explains, for example:

– When your eight-year-old asks to work 24 hours a day from Sunday to Monday, the answer should be no. They don’t want the answer to be “no,” but parents need to step in. There’s something about wanting the best in the other person in the long run, and therefore expert guidance is likely needed.

In conclusion, he is open that it is only good if Kompani Lauritzen: Tropp 1 can inspire others:

– It’s interesting that the article has become so popular, and I know that teachers have been asking for it for a long time. They have asked for access to tools that allow us to maintain a good educational environment in the classroom. So it’s only good if Tropp 1 can be an inspiration on how to get others to learn.

Watch Kompani Lauritzen: Too Many 1 whenever you want on TV 2 Play.

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