My Own Private Oklahoma

Writing for Intent, Writing for its Magic!

  • Age: 39
  • Sex: Male
  • Occupation: Writer/Teacher
  • Member since: May 2006
  • Forum posts: 1
  • Web site: http://cataractmoon.vox.com
  • Login status: Offline

About me

Though my four children exhaust my time, I love to write poetry and narrative non-fiction. Also, I have a passion for film, music, and religious studies. Finally, when time prevails, I play mostly rhythm guitar.

My work

Professional Experience: In 1995, I completed a B.A. in English from the University of Arkansas. In 1998, I received an M.A. in English from Southwest Missouri State University. I have taught at OCCC--the best institution in the country--since the year 2000.

Teaching Philosophy: Since work experience demands collaboration, I like to create an active learning environment where students engage each other in academic discourse. Viewing my authority from a humble perspective, I function as the mentor, the facilitator, the coach, and, most importantly, the learner. Most students enrolling in my courses consider me sincere, honest, objective, open, and welcoming. Also, all courses, including Math and Science, are significant for our development as leaders in this culture, even if courses at first glance do not seem to relate to our career choices. Finally, since we live in a global environment, students should continually seek opportunities to engage themselves in a variety of perspectives and cultures.

Fast facts

  • At the movies I like to see:Epic Dramas, such as Lord of the Rings or Gladiator
  • Last movie seen:Benchwarmers (My son couldn't stop laughing)
  • Music I listen to:Death Cab for Cutie, Built to Spill, She Wants Revenge, Damien Rice, System of a Down
  • Best album right now:The Road to Rouen by Supergrass
  • Favorite author:Me!
  • Last book read:Zarathustra
  • Best game right now:Bejeweled Deluxe
  • Favorite sports team:St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers
  • I'm passionate about:my wife and children
  • I wish I could:maintain my sanity four days out of the week
  • Favorite travel destination:Mars. It was a bit cold the last time I visited there, however.
  • On my vacation I..:got stung by a jellyfish
  • If I won 1 million dollars, I would:buy a donut factory
  • If I were a super hero I would:hide
  • Food I like:Tamales, Cookie Dough Ice Cream (raw), and Crab Rangoons
  • I don't like:Beans, Green Beans, and Rhubarb Pie
  • Software I use:Windows Media Player 10, Napster, Norton Internet Security, Opera Mini
  • Hardware I use:Gateway, Dell, Micron Pc, HP 2495 Pocket PC

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