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Hello everyone! My name is Samantha. I have recently finished my undergraduate studies at MSMC with a bachelors in history and a pending certification in 7-12 social studies and students with disabilities. I will be now furthering my graduate studies in 5-12 literacy education. Even though i have technically "grown-up with technology" I still consider myself to be not very good at it so I am taking this course to improve my skills and make my lessons more exciting.

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