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Mathematics Instructors

Bonnie H. Stephens Instructor University Studies MTSU Box 16 Murfreesboro, TN 37132 Office: SAG 203 Office Phone: (615) 898-8235 E-mail: stephens@mtsu.edu

Education:

• M.S. Converse College, Spartanburg, SC - Mathematics / Secondary Education
• B.S. University of SC Columbia, SC - Statistics / Computer Science
• A.S. Anderson Junior College, Anderson, SC - Pre-Pharmacy

Experience:

• 1988-1992 Converse College, Spartanburg, SC
• 1992-1994 Tri-County Technical College, Pendleton, SC
• 2005-2007 Columbia College, Franklin, TN
• 2007-Present Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN

Describe your teaching Style:
Lecture mostly with many examples. I simplify the information as much as possible so that the students can understand the basics and be successful in mastering the course material.

What do you like most about teaching?
I enjoy interacting with the students. I enjoy getting to know them and especially helping them to be successful.

What do you like least about teaching?
My least favorite thing about teaching is having to fail a student who has put forth a good effort to pass my class.

What do you expect from your students?
I expect them to take responsibility by coming to class, doing their work, seeking help if necessary from the tutors, and doing all that they can possibly do to ensure receiving a passing grade in my class.

What should they expect from you?
The students should expect me to attend all of my classes if possible, and to be prepared to teach them to the best of my ability so that they can learn and understand the material that is presented to them.

Areas of interest outside the classroom:
I enjoy writing and singing music, I like to read, and I love a good movie. I especially enjoy interacting with people.