Research and Raw...Tell it like it is!!

Join me in my research, interviews, and tell it like it is writing... let the light of the truth shine through !

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

ON CAMPUS

The door opens a swish of warm air blows out into the cold. Enclosed rooms and open spaces are filled with desks and chairs, some occupied and others vacant. The two floors are adjoined with an elevator and a flight of stairs.

Entering the ground floor one notices an elongated wood desk, behind it houses the knowledgeable ones who can assist, for they usually have the answers.

Climbing the flight of stairs the eyes catch a glimpse of a figure talking quietly on their cell phone making sure not to disturb the upper floor occupants. Straight ahead three computers with a white paper sign tacked above them remind everyone to "PLEASE SIGN IN." Typing a student identification number on one of the keyboards keeps the government funding of this building and its occupants.

Numerous faces are pointed down at a variety of books and papers -not many smiles shining here. Floating about, the sound of whispers and serious conversations, are mostly in the form of statements and questions. In the background a "tap tap tap" as words fill monitors, there are deadlines to meet.

Groups and individuals gather to expand their minds, utilize the computers, take tests, and receive help on troublesome assignments. This is a sanctuary of wondrous books and educational tutorials. It hosts the memories of special people of the past and the great minds of the future.

Of all the buildings on the LBCC campus, this is the place where the soul feels the conviction of being a student.

Friday, January 28, 2011

Math UGH!: Being an instructor for one of the most hated classes in college

I have decided to do my Profile on Bethany Pratt, a math instructor at LBCC. I am very interested in what makes a math intructor tick. I have always looked at math instructors like dentists, you have to go because you know it is good for you, but it doesn't change the fact that you hate it.

My three sources I will be using are:
1) A student from one of her lower level math classes ( Math 65)
2) A student from one of her upper level math classes (Math 111)
3) Fellow instructor

There will be at least five or more questions I will be asking and they are:
1) Of all the courses to teach what made you decide to become a math intructor?
2) Where did you receive your education and degree?
3) What was your worst moment as a math instructor?
4) What made you decide to teach math at LBCC
5) What are your hobbies outside of work?
6) Are you married with children?
7) How does your husband and or children feel about math?