Introduction to IT 365

My name is Kelly Johnson. I am twenty-three years old. I am currently a student at the University of Southern Mississippi in Long Beach. I am majoring in Elementary Education, and I am beginning my Intro Block this semester. I am getting an endorsement in English. English has always been my favorite subject in school so that's why I chose that for my endorsement. I was going to the USM Hattiesburg campus for several semesters. While I was there I was majoring in Interior Design. I decided to change my major to Elementary Education, which was what I was originally going to school for. I did receive my minor in Interior Design, and I hope to one day go back and continue my degree for that as well. When I graduate from USM, I will be certified to teach in the state of Mississippi, and I hope to teach in either Biloxi or Ocean Springs. I am open to teaching any grade level at this point, but I think I would prefer maybe second through fourth grade. I am somewhat familiar with certain software programs, such as AutoCAD and Photoshop, from when I was studying interior design. I am anxious to see what I can learn from my class, and I hope to become more skilled in my use of technology. I know that technology is constantly changing, and as a teacher, I have to be able to keep up with it so that I can teach proficiently. Knowing how to use technology is essential in education, because it can be used to enhance learning. I believe the purpose of the e-portfolio is to have a digital portfolio that is easily accessible and update-able. I believe it will also help me keep track of my progress through school, and one day, the work place.