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I feel like since I've been in school, computers have always been a big part of the classroom. For students, research and using the internet always needed when you're learning. Most projects require some type of computer work, whether it's research or just typing labels for a poster. Obviously, all formal essays, for the most part, are typed on the computer so they look professional. It seems like computers make learning easier because students have access to so many different programs.

I'm a visual learner. I know that when I become a teacher, many of my lessons will involve power points, handouts, study guides, ect. I always loved doing projects on the computer when i was in school. I love doing web quests and things that require actual thinking and effort. Anyone can look up an answer in a book and copy it down on their paper. I'm hoping this class will teach me extensive knowledge of the programs and hopefully about new programs as well.

I want to be the type of teacher that changes the lives of his/her students. Growing up, I could tell when my teachers didn't want to be at school. I believe that you can only teach what your students are willing to learn. Walking into the classroom with exciting and innovative activities that get the students really thinking is my secret weapon. I understand what they're going through and I was to teach them material in a way that's interesting to them so they pay attention and have fun learning.