During my first semester at Michigan State, I had the opportunity to take CEP 810 which dealt with teaching for understanding using technology. During this course, I learned how important it is to repurpose technology and ensure that technology supports content and does not just provide busy work for the students.
Below are some of the awesome projects that I was able to work on throughout the semester:
An essay on the difference between learning and understanding.
Learning and Understanding Essay
My biggest project was attempting to learn iMovie by only using Help Forums and YouTube. I had a lot of fun with this project. Below are updates as I attempted to create a video using iMovie.
Learning iMovie through Help Forums and YouTube
Learning iMovie through Help Forums and YouTube – Update #1
Learning iMovie through Help Forums and YouTube – Update #2
Learning iMovie through Help Forums and YouTube – Update #3
Creating my professional learning network (PLN) was fun! I met a lot of new teachers and became inspired by a ton of great ideas!
Professional Learning Networks
Getting Things Done (GTD) was hard for me since I had already had a system. However, it was great to learn about all of the different ways I could stay organized.
Managing Workflow as a Teacher
I am extremely proud of this lesson plan, which is set out for 7th graders.
Teaching with Technology
Learning about TPACK (Technology, Pedagogy, and Content Knowledge) was awesome and yummy!
Cooking with TPACK
I have learned many new ideas and have already implemented them in my classroom. Check out my final reflection!
Final Reflection
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