Technology Into Math |
Administrator Certification |
School Leadership |
The ways that I have used technology in my classroom include using an overhead projector, using iPads to have students access a variety of websites intended to advance their knowledge, and teaching students the basics of using a calculator. I would like to learn about, and utilize the full benefits of, Khan Academy online. I have had other teachers tell me that the website offers a lot in the way of assisting students as they solve basic problems and real-world story problems. When students are confused, they can watch a video about how to solve a similar problem and then translate that knowledge to their current problem. Then, from my end I can monitor the growth of each student to determine areas of strength and struggle. I feel as though this would be a good first step to increasing the amount of technology into my classroom.
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When I picked which master’s program I wanted to apply to, my number one criteria was that it be all online since I planned to travel out of Michigan to begin my teaching career. Then, as I picked a focus, I was intrigued to learn more about administration and educational leadership. I understood that the all-online program would not lead to an administrator certificate, but that I would only need a few extra classes on top of my program in order to obtain it. Therefore, I would like to look into the requirements for obtaining my administrator certification down the road as I continue teaching. I will look at MSU's website and look for more courses that I can take to fulfill the requirement. This goal will take some time to finish because I will plan to take one course every once in a while due to the fact that I do not plan to become an administrator for a while.
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I have been spending the past two years of my teaching career doing a lot of observing and learning rather than taking a leadership role within my school. I would like to change that and find ways that I can contribute my skills and knowledge to offer new strategies or help my coworkers grow. One way that I can accomplish this would be to enroll in a workshop on leadership in schools offered by the Harris County Department of Education. I would also like to look into ways that I can incorporate my love for, and knowledge about, music and theatre into my current school, which does not offer many ways for students to express themselves in these manors.
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