If I
were to write a book about myself, I would call it “The Life of Derek”.
Since I
like to live out my spare time on the water, I tend to appreciate the simple
nautical jokes. Here’s one of my favorites:
What did
the pirate say when he crashed his ship into a glacier?
“Shiver
me timbers!”
Right
now I am currently a TA in an elementary school computer lab. My role is to
help teachers incorporate technology lessons based on what is being taught in
the classroom setting. I started in the middle of the year last year, so I
guess that would make it about a year of experience. In the MSIT program, I
have two more semesters after this one, so I am almost down the home stretch!
I am
very familiar with teaching language arts from taking an Undergraduate Class
with Dr. Hsu here at NYIT.
I know
that teaching styles and methods are constantly changing, so I am very
interested in learning what the “new literacies” are.
I really
hope that this class will educate me enough where I can put my learning into
practice for years to come inside my classroom.
I am the computer teacher and love the water too! I think it's great that you work to help connect what the students are learning in the classroom with technology. My role is not as connected to what the students learn in their classroom but it is a goal of mine. I mostly introduce the students to Web 2.0 tools and work on small assignments to implement them, I work on their typing skills, and share some fun academic sites.
ReplyDeleteHi Hina,
DeleteI also help the students become familiar with web 2.0 tools and MS Office. I try to incorporate these tools as much as possible for creating fun projects!
Your picture is great. It seems as if you sitting on a rock near the edge. Just proves that you are very adventurous. Students in school relate really well to stories about travel and adventure.
ReplyDeleteHi Punita,
DeleteI love to travel and really enjoy the historical aspects behind everything. I love to relate my experiences to my students by telling them stories and virtual field trips!
Hina: the keystone project may help you connect what students learn with technology/:D
ReplyDeleteDerek,
ReplyDeletePlease follow steps to add me and your peers to your blog:
Go to your blogger.
Click "Settings."
Click "Layout."
Click "Add a gadget."
Select "Link List."
Name your title as Class List.
Put your peer's blog URL in the New Site URL.
Put your peer's name in the New Site Name.
Great picture! I've never been to the grand canyon. Your position of a TA in an elementary school computer lab is going to be essential to the teaching and learning of technology and the use of computers by our youth. Excited to hear about the programs and lessons you have for your students!
ReplyDeleteThe Grand Canyon is a must see! I highly recommend going there ASAP! I'll be sure to post some updates about the programs and lessons that I am utilizing.
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