Christy’s Reflections

Wow, it’s hard to believe that 30 years have passes since i took my last college class. To say the least I was nervous about attending the first class. Funny how things turn out. I actually knew two people in the class and had a few things in common with others. The professor is amazing. She makes you feel comfortable in her class and  she isvery encouraging for those of us who are new at this.

I have had two weeks of reading and digesting the material and slowly i am able to see what the text’s are talking about in my own work place.  I now understand why certain things are not working and why others are. I think this class will help me in my approach of others in my workplace when we are given and assignment.  I am excited about this class and hope this adventure continues to go well.

Wow, It is hard to believe it has been 30 years since i was in a classroom as a student. It is scary and exciting at the same time. I am not sure what to expect, how much time will it take to do the reading assignment, homework, writing papers-oh no, i haven’t done that either-HELP.  I am taking this class to help me decide if i want to presue a masters program in adult education.  I am approaching retirement at my current job and cannot see myself sitting at home doing nothing so . . .  i need to prepare myself for the future, and besides there maybe a full time teaching opportunity at the School of Dental Hygiene in the near future. I think on of the intimidating parts of all of this is the computer end of it . i don’t have to use it very much at my current employment. oh well here we go wish me luck and lots of FUN!

Can you believe I survived the first week of class and it was fun.  Everyone was so nice and encouraging. I think they remembered when they were in my shoes and trying to make the decision to try something new or not. Anyway, I had to read the material two times before it made any sense to me but I think part of it was because I was not use to thinking in this way. But it is getting better. At least I partially understand it the first time I read it and enjoy it the second time.  Now I find myself looking at my job and seeing why things at work don’t always run smoothly. People having hidden agandas, groups receiving rewards and the individuals doing all the work getting ignored and resentment building up.  This class is opening my mind up to a whole new world.