...When at later times they feel self-doubt, such feelings and beliefs will allow them to handle the doubt and persevere. In the classroom, I prefer to emphasize the importance of discussion and collaboration, not only with the instructor to clarify concepts and methods, but also with fellow studen... (read more)
I am a local teacher with eleven years experience in a variety of subjects in grades 6-12. I am currently teaching social studies and it is truly my passion. I bring a varied background in the social sciences, including a bachelors degree in sociology. (read more)
...Thus teaching is especially important as it imparts knowledge to others. I can still clearly remember that I started enjoying "teaching" at a young age. After I had learned something new, I was always itching to share my new discovery with my little companions. (read more)
...My method of teaching relies heavily on critiquing, finding not only the flaws of a story, but also pointing out and encouraging the good as well. I write primarily in the fantasy/science fiction genre, though through my courses at Hollins University, I became accustomed to working to help improve writers of many other genres. I encourage my fellow writers to push themselves. (read more)