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Karen's work combines: Education, Writing, and Teaching / Mentoring
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Easter High School
Bachelor's Degree
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Communication
The Ohio State University
Graduate Degree
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
The Ohio State University
Doctorate
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
The Ohio State University
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary:
Bachelor's Degree: Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Communication
Graduate Degree: Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education
Doctorate: Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
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Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Friends:
You are too smart to be a teacher. You should be a doctor or a lawyer. Teachers don't make any money.
How I responded:
Well, I am now Dr. Karen Alexander! I obtained a doctor of philosophy degree and have earned the title of Dr. It's just a different type of doctor! Students need well trained (smart) teachers. Find the career the makes you happy. If you find what makes you happy, then you'll likely really excel in that occupation. For me, being an educator is more than a paycheck. I receive rewards in many ways! However, I've been able to make a decent living as an educator. I can't imagine doing anything else.