Biography

=Lana's Biography Page =

**My passions are fashion, funk, fun and food, in that order.** **I enjoy music, clothes and jewelry, ice cream, history (particularly world history (more particularly European history)), reading, and politics. I also enjoy watching and going to the movies, when it is 85 degrees outside at midnight as well as the first snow of the season and people with great passions. I enjoy spending my time with people who are non-judgmental, happy people who have dreams of the world being a better place. I believe somewhere there is peace, love and hope for our world.**

**I decided to go into education because i want my life to be like a mixture of that Bill Cosby Show, "Kids Say The Darndest Things" and the movie Bad Teacher. Children young and old always say what's on their mind and i prefer my world this way. Whether they are intentionally hurting each others feelings or not, I feel like a teacher gets a front row seat to the largest comedy show in town everyday. I enjoy children with dreams of being a professional athlete, the next president, or rock star, the innocence of kids is the best thing about them; they are not worried about money, politics, religion, or living life how they think they should be, most likely the only thing they are worried about is their next snack time. It is my job to show those children that education and passions are what make life worth living and i hope to teach them enough so that they can use their creativity to find out what their passions are and what causes to live their lives by.**

**I think the best way to get to know someone is by their music choices and favorite quotes.** **My favorite bands are: Blink 182, Angles & Airwaves, Sublime, Atreyu, Shwayze, A Day to Remember, Bon Jovi, Blondie, and Bruce (The Boss) Springsteen.** **Some quotes i find enjoyable are:** **"When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace" - Jimi Hendrix** **"Kindness is just love with it's work boots on" -House Bunny** **"All Good Things Are Wild and Free" -Henry David Thoreau**

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**Teachers are among the most important people in society, responsible for molding the minds of both the young and old. There are many important aspects to being a successful teacher and the University of Akron framework of core components is a great break down of those aspects and an excellent tool for teachers to keep in mind during their teaching career. Teachers are not only responsible for filling students with proper knowledge but also proper life lessons and useful tools. Knowledge, technology, diversity, and ethics are excellent landmarks for teachers to communicate to students.** ======

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 **A teacher’s knowledge of the subject is the most important part of being successful and having proper knowledge and understanding of the subject being taught is crucial to the success of the students. The greater amount of knowledge a teacher has, the greater amount information can be given to the students. The knowledge I have gained through my years of education is the most important thing I can pass on to my future students. Communicating my knowledge to my students through teachings will give me a feeling of accomplishment and fulfillment in my career.** ======

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 **A very up and coming way to educate students is through technology. There are a high number of fascinating new products coming out every year and teachers should be using them to the advantage of both themselves and their students. I plan on using technology to my advantage in my teaching career. Hopefully the Internet as a school supply will lessen the number of “forgetful students”. Each night students are able to check their daily assignments, progress, and up coming projects from their own home or local library. Technology in the classroom is also a great way for students to learn visually or hands on through activities that they view as fun. Interactive education has become mainstream in the home and it should be in the classroom as well.** ======

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 **Every professional educator is responsible for teaching students about respect and understanding of all cultures. Today’s society is very stereotypical and some students are learning improper behavior at home so it is always important for a teacher to educate students on the importance of diversity and respect of all people and cultures. As a teacher I will always push to have respect in my classroom and invite the students to learn about many different cultures through educational activities. Not all students will grow up to agree with their families’ views of others if they are taught through different perspectives.** ======

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 **Along with diversity, ethics is important for both students and teachers to practice everyday. Every teacher should always take an ethical approach to teaching. Respecting the rules of society and the education department can be crucial. I will always play the proper role as a professional and educate students on the right and wrong ways to approach life and education. Ethics is important in educating, disciplining, and understanding each students’ personal needs and a teacher must always be willing to help each students through any problems using proper ethical guidelines, this keeps the educator on track and teaches each student a valuable lesson each day.** ======

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 **Teachers are responsible for much more than shelling out book information to students. Teachers are mentors and role models to every student they encounter and a teacher should play the role an idol. With the use of knowledge, technology, diversity, and ethics in and outside the classroom teachers will notice the success of themselves and of their students. A teacher should want their students to remember them as great.** ======

<span style="color: #b28636; font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','Book Antiqua',Palatino,serif;">**I take all personal experiences to heart and try to learn something from each and every one. I am a firm believer in making things happen on your own, while i believe in "fate" i don't believe in the very cliche phrases of, "everything happens for a reason" or "it was god's plan". I believe in being lucky and unlucky and I've had experiences that back this up. In life we all experience good times and bad and if we left our fate up to anyone but ourselves, then how would we ever accomplish our dreams? Life truly is what you make of it.**