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Belief Comic

This comic shows a teachers attempt to incorporate social media, 

but it doesn't seem to work out in this case. 

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Balance is Key

Since I am an English major, I have always been aware concerned with grammar. I have, for some odd reason, always enjoyed it. Reading this article gave me a fresh perspective on the world or grammar verses expression.

The article explains, "Gradually, we have become less obsessed with correctness and more focused on tolerance and personal expression." I completely agree with this statement. Personal ideas and expressions need to be encouraged in order for students to think for themselves and critically. Self-reflection gives way to empowerment and more advanced and develop ideas. Students shouldn't be afraid to express themselves because they are fearful of "Grammar Police." 

While expression and personal ideas are extremely important, grammar also plays a significant role in the English language. Grammar should not be the top criteria for writing by any means, but it does have it's place. The following image gives a basic example of what I mean: 

Although this example is somewhat exaggerated and drastic, grammar does have a purpose. Meaning of sentences in the English language can be changed based upon the grammar present, or not present. 

In this posting, Kristin Brammell expresses her feelings about the importance of grammar in her blog. 

Unfortunate Future Norms

While watching "The Future of Work," I noticed a couple of things that were very interesting to me. 

Well for starters, I want to teach in Africa so technology is not my main concern because their students need food not computers. 

These students are lucky to have benches to sit on and supplies to learn.

The video said that, "Work used to be considered a place." I feel saddened by this. I don't know about you, but I want my job to be my passion. Work should be more than a place regardless of technology. 

We are so concerned with our newest technology and Skype calls, but maybe we should put money or more focus towards serious problems around the world whether that be world hunger, human trafficking, national debt, lack of clean water, or homelessness. 

The video also says, "There is no longer a reason not to know." This frustrates me because in America we have a ridiculous amount of opportunities and technology, but there are people who do not have the opportunities or access that we have. 

Teaching will always be needed. In order for someone to become a professional at something, they need to be taught. The way people learn and even the way teachers teach may change, but teaching in and of itself will always be necessary. 

I think by being privileged enough to have an education allows me to see the importance of an education. Everyone deserves an education. The freedom to learn and grow intellectually in order to have independence and support oneself and their family is crucial. 

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Why I Do What I Do

Greetings! For starters, my name is Brittany Rimmer, and I am originally from Martinsburg, WV. I currently live in Fairmont, WV while I attend Fairmont State University majoring in Secondary English Education. I want to teach English in Africa because I visited Africa when I was 16 years old and I fell in love with the people and the countries. I want to give them hope by giving them an education so that they can get jobs and support their families. In Africa, children will not be able to learn unless their basic needs are met first. The hierarchy of needs is essential in this environment because until their basic needs are met, children will not successfully learn, so I would first want to do my best to meet their basic needs by providing whatever food the school system has to offer along with a safe environment. I want to teach my students by doing hands-on activities and teaching them how they learn. I want learning to be fun for my students, so I will try to incorporate games as much as possible. 


Freedom Writers is an extremely inspirational movie which depicts the type of love and perseverance that I seek to have for my students. 

This is the kind of teacher that I want to be. 

I have a heart for people, and I firmly believe that teaching is much more than a career, it's a calling.