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Strand One:
Technology Operations and Concepts Carrie Ann Engel |
Teachers demonstrate a
sound understanding of technology operations and concepts.
Teachers:
A. Demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology.
B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.
When I was a student at Indiana University, I was studying Journalism. Many of my classes involved the use of computers for word processing, Internet usage, and layout and design of newspapers and magazines. During my studies there, I produced an online magazine and learned how to make web pages. I was originally taught to build web sites "from stratch" so during my time at Indiana University, I learned how to use hypertext markup language. While I was guest teaching in Pinckney, Michigan, I was able to take a course called "Teaching for Tomorrow" and guest teach in several computer lab settings. This is how I first heard of MCOATT. While working as a permanent guest teacher, I had the opportunity to do a limited distance learning experience where I lectured two classes at once with my voice coming through the computers in both classrooms.
As a student at Eastern, I use the Internet as a resource for lesson planning ideas and up-to-date information in the field of education. Through EDMT 330, a required technology course for students in elementary education programs, I learned about Web Quests, virtual field trips, and distant education. I also got some of the ideas for technology integration in my unit from other teachers who had posted their ideas on the Internet. Throughout my student teaching experience, I communicated with staff and administration extensively on email. The principal of North Creek Elementary School sent out a weekly newsletter and frequently sent emails to the staff. I seek out opportunities to learn more about technology and I always consider what is developmentally and ethically appropriate when selecting technology for student use. According to technology teachers I have subbed for, I am able to solve common classroom hardware and software problems in classrooms that many other teachers are fearful of.
A. Demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology.
B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.
When I was a student at Indiana University, I was studying Journalism. Many of my classes involved the use of computers for word processing, Internet usage, and layout and design of newspapers and magazines. During my studies there, I produced an online magazine and learned how to make web pages. I was originally taught to build web sites "from stratch" so during my time at Indiana University, I learned how to use hypertext markup language. While I was guest teaching in Pinckney, Michigan, I was able to take a course called "Teaching for Tomorrow" and guest teach in several computer lab settings. This is how I first heard of MCOATT. While working as a permanent guest teacher, I had the opportunity to do a limited distance learning experience where I lectured two classes at once with my voice coming through the computers in both classrooms.
As a student at Eastern, I use the Internet as a resource for lesson planning ideas and up-to-date information in the field of education. Through EDMT 330, a required technology course for students in elementary education programs, I learned about Web Quests, virtual field trips, and distant education. I also got some of the ideas for technology integration in my unit from other teachers who had posted their ideas on the Internet. Throughout my student teaching experience, I communicated with staff and administration extensively on email. The principal of North Creek Elementary School sent out a weekly newsletter and frequently sent emails to the staff. I seek out opportunities to learn more about technology and I always consider what is developmentally and ethically appropriate when selecting technology for student use. According to technology teachers I have subbed for, I am able to solve common classroom hardware and software problems in classrooms that many other teachers are fearful of.
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