As the quote says, "To teach is to touch lives forever." As educators, we believe this! We know the children are our future and we want to continue touching lives. Teachers touch lives when they continue learning! I am ready to learn more about Windows 8 computers and project based learning!
I am an ELA 5th grade teacher at our elementary school.
My current school has about 550 students. I teach two ELA sections. Our Pre K-5th grade school is one of the feeder schools in town. This will be the 2nd year using Common Core and in all honesty, we are all striving to move forward with our wonderful students. My students are eager to learn. All of our teachers are active in utilizing technology in our classrooms. My goal is to continue learning more about technology integration and the Windows 8 system. With that said, the next step for me would be learning about Windows 8 and project based learning, but before I cross that bridge, I need to learn more about this powerful resource. As I become the student in this unique journey, I know I will in turn bring more effective project based lessons into my classroom and to my students with a Window 8 laptop. For now though, I need to work on my proposed lesson plan and become a student.
My Project
After speaking with our tech leader, she recommended professional development articles & tutorials that would guide my learning path. My plan of action in terms of Professional Development includes meeting with my technology leader individually or with small groups. The lesson plan for my personalized learning path includes meeting for 3 sessions to help me understand the power of Window 8 and project based lessons.
With the use of the requested Windows 8 laptop in this grant, my tech teacher will guide me on a path to help not only me, but my students. Goal 1 includes learning the hardware and the navigation of Windows 8. After learning the physical components of this tool. Goal 2 offers effective project-based learning activities for my students using this Windows 8 machine later.
With this grant, you can help me take a new step & strive harder to accomplish my goals.
With the help of this Windows 8 laptop & project based lessons, I know I will move forward with new knowledge, as both a student and teacher. As a student, I'll continue learn as much as I can. As a teacher, I want to continue touching our future! Will you consider reaching out to help me my ongoing learning journey?
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