Michael Dwayne Beard, M.Ed. - Instructor

Which online Lamar course(s) do you teach?

Introduction to Microcomputer Applications

What do your students in these courses learn?

Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Expression Web

Why did you start teaching?

I love to teach students how to understand computers and applications to better themselves. They make better grades in other classes after they take my class.

What advice would you give those considering your online program(s)?

Try hard to excel, and do not give up.

What do you think is the biggest challenge that people in the profession face today?

Students that do not have connectivity to reliably participate in classes.

What is the one book you think everyone should read?

The Word of God, the Holy Bible.

Tell us something interesting about yourself that your students might not know.

I love Jesus with all my heart, soul, mind and strength.