Ashley Benson

Wingspan: What are the challenges of teaching your new class?

Benson: “Well it’s the 5th prep that I have, which adds to my schedule, but actually it’s just another marketing course and there’s so much material for it that actually makes it fun and easy.”

Wingspan: What certifications do you have?

Benson: “I’m certified in marketing education and also business education.”

Wingspan: What are your feelings toward teaching this new subject this year?

Benson: “I’m actually kind of excited about it because I’m never ever bored teaching a new class and it’s something that talks more about current issues which can be used  in our curriculum so it always makes it interesting.”

Wingspan: Do you think all students should take an advertising/marketing class?

Benson: “I think all students should take at least one marketing class if they’re interested in getting a business major and it just lets them explore the industry a little bit more.”

Wingspan: What is your background that qualifies you to teach this course?

Benson: “Well, my undergraduate degree is in marketing, so in college I took probably two or three advertising classes. I also have my master’s in business.”

Wingspan: Are you the only teacher to teach advertising classes?

Benson: “I’m the only one that is certified to teach marketing and advertising on this campus.”

Wingspan: Would you say this class adds on more stress compared to last yearRachael

Benson: “It’s another prep with different curriculum, but it’s so similar to the other marketing classes that I teach that it’s not like a totally new course.”

Wingspan: In what ways do you feel that this new class will benefit students here?

Benson: “I feel like any business marketing class would benefit all kids greatly and help them expand their horizons, as well as guide them into the field which they want to pursue beyond high school and college.”

Wingspan: How do you think teaching this class will better your experiencing as a teacher?

Benson: “The ways that this class would be able to benefit me is just the fact I’m helping these kids have a better understanding of the business world, as well as being able to guide them in their lifelong interests.”

Wingspan: Lastly, do you plan on teaching this course from here on forward?

Benson: “You know, I’m gonna have to see where this year takes us but I have really high hopes for this course.”