I am a teacher at a low income school, and I absolutely believe in the use of technology in the classroom to enhance learning. The only problem is that we have very little technology. I teach foreign language, yet, we have no language lab or even headphones to use for speech progression in the target language. We have a SmartBoard and some computer labs and that is about it. It is hard to make use of the many tools on the Internet and the tons of software available for foreign language with no money to buy the necessary equipment. I would really like a set of 64 headphones so that I and my other Spanish teacher could provide innovative lessons and methods of assessment for our students. I would love a portable language lab as well as a portable flip video lab.
My Philosophy:
I believe that in today's world of education that it is getting harder and harder to actively engage students. It is imperative that teachers must use every tool in the box that they can. One of the greatest tools available is technology. I can take my class to a different world with the click of a mouse. In order motivate students to learn the language, they need to hear it, speak it, and learn the culture. With technology, all of this is made possible.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I love the Spanish language. I spend most of my time with my husband and my two children ages 4 and 2 months.
College and Degrees:
Bachelors degree in English and Spanish
Masters degree in Spanish Education
Specialistsdegree in Teaching and Learning
Activities:
I am very actively involved in my church, and I love to shop and play for tons of hours with my children.
Employment History:
I have taught for 9 years all of which have been at Southeast Bulloch High School.
Why Do I Teach?:
I teach because there is no greater honor in the world than to be a part of helping students become what they will be.