My name is Miguel Horacio Soto, but my family and friends know me as Mikey. I'm full Mexican, both of my parents are from Zacatecas, Mexico. I was born in Oceanside, CA where I lived until I was six years old. Thereafter, I moved to San Marcos and lived here ever since. I attended Alvin Dunn Elementary, San Marcos Middle School, and graduated in 1999 from San Marcos High School.
As far as my experiences with technology, I'm not too familiar with the new mainstream type of technology such as ipods, digital cameras and hi-tech cell phones. It does bother me to see my younger sister being able to use all these new forms of technology that I have little or no experience working with. However, I am proficient in word, excel and powerpoint but I would like to learn more about photoshop and video editing. I'm more of a PC person but after my first day of ED 422, I'm beginning to like working with a Mac.
The mission statement of the CSUSM/COE was a factor in my decision to apply for the middle level credential program. I like the fact that they are committed to diversity. I have been working for the Boys and Girls Club of San Marcos for about three years now and I have realized how important it is for many kids from different ethnic backgrounds to feel comfortable in a classroom setting. That's one thing I would do when I become a teacher, I would try my best to make all my students feel comfortable in my classroom by providing a diverse classroom setting.
3 comments:
It's funny that you mention that it bothers you that your little sister uses more advanced technology than you. I didn't get a cell phone until I turned 18. I think it's kind of disturbing to see kids ages 13 and 14 with cell phones. I know it helps them to communicate with their parents. But I feel like by giving them cell phones, their parents are just becoming less "hands on". It's more like putting a leash on a kid than being involved in their lives. Well, that's how I feel anyway. I don't think young kids having cell phones and other forms of technology are bad, there are just some bad "side-effects" (if you will), that come along with them.
I was able to switch my husband from his PC to my MAC computer. Now he loves it and he can't imagine using a PC ever again. I'm sure you will want to buy one by the end of this class!
Don't feel bad about your sister knowing more than you do, you going to find in your life that women always know more than you!
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