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	<img alt="" src="{filedir_5}Matt_1.jpg" style="width: 188px; height: 250px; float: right;" />Three weeks into my internship, I am thoroughly glad I chose to come back to Au Sable. Taking classes here was beneficial and enjoyable, but I would say that I have enjoyed my internship experience more. Not only have I had the opportunity to share everything from Michigan history to pond ecology with young and enthusiastic students, I explored some of the most beautiful places in Michigan.</p>
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	Not having taught before, I was initially apprehensive about my ability to effectively connect and communicate with children. While I am still learning the best ways to maximize an energetic child&rsquo;s meager attention span, I have found that they generally do not lack enthusiasm about the things we teach here at Au Sable. While this enthusiasm can lead to excessive talking or disruptive behavior, I believe it also makes it infinitely easier for children to learn. This makes my job as a teacher easier as well.&nbsp;</p>
