Cameras and voice recorders to assist in the collection of data, both of a journalistic nature and appreciation of the natural world in which chemistry and physics play a part. Information would be to analyze data, as in speed and velocity experiments, or to document chemical reactions and experiments in which writing can sometimes hinder data collection.
I am also willing to learn podcasting and its associated educational premises
My Philosophy:
Learning is a lifelong endeavor. Education needs to address the variety of learning styles to make the learning meaningful, relevant, and useful. Without modern technologies, students often perceive that some things are impossible to achieve and therefore feel they are not smart.
Personal Information:
About Me:
Teacher of 20 years
Technologyjunkie
Jack of all trades, master of known
Restless learner
College and Degrees:
BA Mathematics and Chemistry Education, West Liberty State College (1988)
MA Science Education, West Virginia University (1998)
AdditionalCertifications in General Science and Physics from WVU (1992)
Certificationin School Library Media from Fairmont State College (2003)
Activities:
Yearbook
Theater
Favorite Books:
The Giver
Favorite Quotes:
Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.
Interests:
Theater
Employment History:
1988-2000 Valley High School, PIne Grove, WV
2000-present Magnolia High School, New Martinsville, WV
Why Do I Teach?:
I know no other life than to give back to a community the education that I was given--plus some. It is amazing what a little encouragement can do for a kid