1.Why are you here (in the teacher education program, in this class, at UVU)?
The reason that I am in the teacher education program is because I want to be a teacher. Ever since I was little my dream was to be a teacher. After school and in the summer my sister and I would play school. I always wanted to be the teacher. Another reason why I am here is because I honestly love learning. This is the best career to be a lifetime learner. I want to teach my students to become lifelong learners. If the children learn this at a young age I believe they will be better students and better people.
To be completely honest the reason that I am in the class is because it is required. Psychology has always interested me, but it has also frightened me. I am very excited to be in this class to learn more. I love to learn what things are and why they work. The brain is very interesting and I would like to understand it more.
I chose to come to UVU right after high school. This school was the closest to my house but was not the only reason why I am here. When looking for a college to go to I looked at the top schools for elementary education. UVSC was in the top schools in Utah.

2.What motivates you?

There are many things that motivate me. Self motivation, interest and desire are the most important motivations in my life. My parents and friends are also huge influences on me as well. When I have the desire to do something and positive motivation from others, my tasks are much easier and I enjoy working towards finishing the task.

3.Why do you succeed?
This is a very interesting question, one that I don't think that I have ever asked myself. After contemplating this question I came to the realization that I succeed because I want to succeed. If there is a task that needs to be done, no matter what it is, I can succeed. The mind is a very powerful tool.

4.Why do you fail?
The reason that I fail is due to boredom and lack of motivation.

5.How do you need to change your motivations and mindset for this class in order to become a great teacher?
For this class I need to have the desire to succeed. I need to take my love of learning and apply it to this class. When I do this I know that I will learn important concepts that will make me the best teacher that I can.