Never in a million years did I think that I would be writing a blog.
Long ago, I thought of bloggers as people who simply shared too much information about themselves in a narcissistic manner with the rest of the world, similar to YouTubers who felt entitled to world-wide fame. About two years ago, I started looking for information concerning my new “diet” (I had to remove wheat-based products and go gluten-free). While there is a lot of information out there, I had a difficult time finding someone “like me.” That’s when I stumbled upon the first blog I started following “Gluten-free on a Shoestring Budget.” I now follow two blogs related to my quilting hobby and one related to my love of reading. Go figure!
I obtained my BS in Elementary Education at SUNY Fredonia and then went right back part-time for my Master’s in Literacy while teaching fourth grade full-time. I finished my Master’s in 2009 and – after reading other blog post introductions – have a feeling I’m the oldest student in the “class.”
I have been an adjunct professor at Jamestown Community College (in western New York) for eight years. Currently, I teach developmental studies classes. While working on and after obtaining the Advanced Teaching Certificate in Writing from SBU, I will be teaching English Composition and (various topics in) Writing about LIterature classes.
I am a voracious reader. While my favorite genre is mystery and psychological thrillers, occasionally I enjoy a nonfiction book as well. At the time of this posting, I am reading War Dogs: Tales of Canine Heroism, History, and Love by Rebecca Frankel.
Before taking WRT 614, I have never written a blog or created any type of digital media, so this will definitely be a learning experience! But hey, nothing like diving in headfirst, right?
So! Hello, world! It’s nice to meet you! I look forward to the journey!
January 24, 2020 at 4:03 pm
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January 31, 2020 at 1:23 pm
Hi Joanna,
It’s nice to meet you. It sounds like you’re quite a busy person with a lot of valuable experiences to share with the class. I hope that you enjoy keeping a blog and that you learn a few new things along the way!
January 31, 2020 at 8:54 pm
Hi Joanna,
I wish I couldn’t steal your thunder, but I’m pretty sure I’M the oldest one in the class! I started teaching at 22 and I’m in my 26th year so…
We seem to have a lot in common besides “more advanced age.” I also teach developmental courses at NCC–in writing and literacy. My MS is also in Literacy Studies. And–I read like crazy with the same favorite genre. Let me know if you’ve read any especially great titles lately and I’ll do the same.
Nice to meet you,
Allison
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