Spring sprung early this year. I was more than ready for the perks that come with more daylight and warmer weather, but I was not prepared for the effect it would have on my students. Since coming back from Spring Break at the beginning of April both Robin and I (and let’s face it, most [...]
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Reflections of a Student Teacher: Week 8
Posted in L1: Learner centered, S1: Content driven, T2: Intentionally planned, T3: Instructional strategies, tagged motivation on April 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
EDU 6363 Weekly Reflection 8
Posted in S1: Content driven, T1: Standards-based assessment, T3: Instructional strategies, Uncategorized, tagged cause and effect, EDU 6363, thinking maps on February 26, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
When social studies classroom are portrayed in TV shows and movies, the picture usually portrays students on the brink of sleep, chalkboards full of names and dates to memorize, and a monotone teacher dragging on and on. And while there is so much wrong with this scenario, the worst thing in my mind is the [...]
Instructional Strategies
Posted in T3: Instructional strategies on January 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This work attests to my proficiency in implementing different instructional models to create an effective learning environment for all students. My knowledge of the appropriate use of different instructional strategies will promote academic achievement and student well-being. EDU 6526 Instructional Strategies Paper Written March 2009.
EDTC6536 5-Minute Instructional Technology Activity
Posted in P2: Professional growth, T3: Instructional strategies, T4: Technology, tagged Dropbox, EDTC 6536, professional development, technology on December 11, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I did my instructional technology presentation on a tool I use called Dropbox. Here is a like to my screencast presentation. And here is an accompanying handout: ETDC 5-Minute IT Activity Handout
TPACKed and Ready to Go
Posted in L1: Learner centered, T3: Instructional strategies, T4: Technology, tagged EDTC 6536, teacher pedagogy, technology, TPACK on December 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
It sounds like a bad rapper name, but it’s actually a framework for integrating technology, pedagogy, and content in the classroom. I was introduced to the concept in this week’s article, Teacher’s Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge and Learning Activity Types: Curriculum-based Technology Integration Reframed. I thought the main points of the article were solid though [...]
Welcome to my bPortfolio
Posted in L1: Learner centered, L2: Classroom/school centered, L3: Family/neighborhood centered, L4: Contextual community centered, P1: Professional responsibilities, P2: Professional growth, P3: Legal/Ethical responsibilities, S1: Content driven, S2: Standard alignment, S3: Content area integration, T1: Standards-based assessment, T2: Intentionally planned, T3: Instructional strategies, T4: Technology on October 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Welcome! This website is where I will share and reflect upon my MAT course work. I will post an artifact from each class that aligns with a state standard. Each artifact will be categorized accordingly. Course and artifact alignment information can be found on the MAT Course Alignment Page.
