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Hello! My name is Alexis Lawrence. In 2016 I began teaching Elementary School here in Portland. In 2024 I have joined PCC Adult Basic Education department. I have a full course organized by my colleague Micki Josi.
If you are thinking of registering for my class but have any concerns, feel free to email me; I would be happy to answer any questions. mailto:alexis.lawrence1@pcc.edu[opens in new window]
I [opens in new window][opens in new window]About my courses
My courses are taught with the flipped classroom model, which means that you will do some pre-work — watching some short videos or perhaps reading the textbook and then completing a short comprehension quiz — so that you have an understanding of the basics of the new topic before attending the online class meeting. Then during class, we can build on that knowledge base. This 3-minute YouTube video is a good introduction to flipped classrooms: The Flipped Classroom Model.
If you believe that some people are “math people” and others aren’t, and there’s nothing you can do to change it, that is a fixed mindset. With a growth mindset, you are more likely to take on a new challenge because you see it as an opportunity to improve. Instead of saying “I can’t do this…” and giving up, you say “I can’t do this… yet!” and keep working. Here’s an excellent 3.5-minute YouTube video: Fixed Mindset Vs. Growth Mindset.
Alexis Lawrence