Gwen Beauchamp

Computer literacy involved so much more than just social media or paying bills. There are many ethical issues to be considered and informed about as well as the numerous dangers that can be encountered, sometimes innocently. Awareness of the virtual world is a must that should be learned and safety mechanisms adapted.

Encouraging analytic thought and research into broad subjects that built upon what they originally were interested in is a way to encourage lifelong learning and a commitment to knowledge. Taking pride in continuing learning and seeing how it affects the success of their futures is another motivator.

I have encouraged student interaction through group interaction and meeting one on one with each student at least once a term to enhance soft skills and communication. This also gives them confidence in dealing with each other and various ethnicities.

I have found that students enjoy revisions when they have guidance and encouragement and understand rewrites are helpful to gaining skills that will help them in all of their classes.

Critical thinking can be enhanced through encouragement in projects, teamwork and questions. I can gear these in the discussions and encourage analytic responses.