Why I need this: This projector would be used for the students to preview their podcast and get classroom critiques before publishing them to the library.
My classroom will be home to students in grades 5,6,7,&8. The students in my class will have the opportunity to learn science through a hands on approach. I plan to employ labs and creative actvities for the students to learn.
Position:
Teacher
Needs:
I love technology and I feel this is a way to help students to learn. I would like the use of Apple computers for the students to learn and teach at the same time. I feel that if the students can learn to use the Apples, we can create podcasts that can be used by younger students. Therefore, we would need the computers, software, and ipods to create a science libary of podcasts.
My Philosophy:
Make science education easier and more understandable using technology, hands-on activities, and creativity.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I am a sixth year educator in North Central Alabama. I have spent the first 5 years of my career teachin 9-12 grade science. During that time I have had the opportunity to establish and aquaculture program at the high school level. I intend to carry on my work with the aquaculture at the middle school level where I am teaching now.
College and Degrees:
B.S. 2002- Biology and General Science
Universityof Alabama in Huntsville
Workingtoward a M.S. in Biology.
Favorite Books:
Rocket Boys or October Sky, Hot Zone, Demon in the Freezer
Interests:
Fish, computers, goats, chickens,(farming),alternative energy and ways to help the environment
Employment History:
2002-2004 Athens High School
2004-2008St. Clair County High School
2008-Future-Steele School
Why Do I Teach?:
I teach to make the world of science come alive for the youth our country. I love seeing the expression on the child's face when they finally "get it."