Philip Green stated "Good, bad or indifferent, if you are not investing in new technology, you are going to be left behind." As a teacher, I believe this. Currently, I am interested in learning how to effectively utilize iPads & apps in my centers. To do that, "I will indeed become a student again!"
I am currently a 4th grade team teacher with close to two decades of experience.
At this time, I teach Science, Social Studies and Math at a PreK-5th grade school. My school has 535 students. We have tried very hard to move forward with technology since 2009 with various technology school campaigns. I believe technology integration is a "must" in classrooms. I am fortunate because our school leaders feel the same. As our school technology motto says, we "keep our eye on technology" at all times! I would love to offer my students lessons with technology eventually. To do that, I must first embark on learning more, myself. I am ready for this new journey with the help of my technology mentor.
My Project
As an enthusiastic teacher, I have an interest in learning about the iPad mini 3 to eventually help my students in my classes. My action plan in terms of Professional Development would include meeting 3 times (1 to 1) with my school's technology coach. We've set up a lesson plan and reading list to guide me with my personal journey. At home, I will read professional development articles to learn about effective uses of iPads. To prepare myself for better lessons, I was advised to use the school's professional development reading list.
Through the use of the requested iPad Mini 3, my tech leader will guide me with my own personalized learning journey. The lesson plan created has me striving for 2 goals: Part 1 will include learning technical issues & physical aspects such as iTunes, downloading apps, etc. Part 2 will be geared to help me successfully implement effective iPad lessons for my own students next year. I plan to use it for all subjects I teach (Math, Social Studies & Science).
This teacher wants to change her students by offering more.
Technology has led us on different paths with iPads & apps for the classroom. My goal as an educator, now lies reversing roles & becoming a student again. Would you help me bring an iPad & great changes to my classroom?
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