Mixed Classes

I'm taking Ed 420 with a few of the people from ED 429 and I have to say, I am relieved that I'm able to sit in the classroom rather than participating via audioconference. We talk about a lot of really interesting subjects regarding eduction and it's hard to get a good discussion going. I would feel a little "short-changed," as Erica put it.It's difficult because when you have a comment, you want to share it right away, but because we have to share air-time, it's not always possible to do so. By the time you get a moment to voice your concerns/thoughts, we're onto a different subject. I hope that we can figure something out because I really think the class could be very enjoyable.

Fall at last

I believe summer is officially over. My first week here in Fairbanks was lovely, now it's rainy and cool. The good side to the colder weather is that the trees have begun their preparation for the cold and are dropping leaves like crazy. The streets are lined with trees of varying colors of greens, oranges, and yellows. Everyday I enjoy my walks to and from classes.

I was happy to hear some familiar voices in my 420 class. It's a really large class with just as many distance students as Fairbanks students. Lots of reading to do, especially when combined with my other classes. I started work at the Wells Fargo's University Branch. It's only for one day a week, so it will actually act more as a break from studying and school rather than a "job". I'd like to work more often, but 3 of the classes I'm taking each require 15 hours/semester of fieldwork. I think I'm gonna be a little busy. It was great reading about what all of you have been doing. Until next week...

Back to School

Well, today was the first day of instruction at UAF. My classes (so far) are really interesting. I was happy to hear some of your voices in my ED 420 class. Should be an interesting semester. Right now I'm trying to find a way to fit classes and work together since three of my classes require 15 hours of fieldwork per semester. I'm sure it will all work out okay. Still working on the slideshow. The slideshows posted by all of you so far have been great! My problem lies in the fact that I do not have a camera anymore, so I'm trying to use pictures that I already have. By the way, it was interesting hearing about the various educational/school situations some of you are encountering. I hope to hear more about progress/changes as they occur. Have a great week!