There have been many times I've taken advice from the members of this forum and presented it to Sensei. Sometimes he'd show me why it was right. Sometimes, he'd show me how it differed from his teachings.
Overall, as a beginner, it's my obligation to learn. As a student, it's my responsibility to present extant information to my teacher for his opinion.
Overall, as a beginner, it's my obligation to learn. As a student, it's my responsibility to present extant information to my teacher for his opinion.