Introductions

Please introduce yourself, let us know a little bit about you, and where you are from.

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Permalink Reply by Andrea Read on November 6, 2012 at 9:26pm

Hello everyone. My name is Andrea and I have been teaching college-level courses for the past seven years. I started my career in the classroom using technology such as Smartboards, Blackboard Management Software, and electronic mail. My resources came from knocking on the doors of colleagues and depending on their willingness. My instruction included discussion, case studies, labs, and assessments. In the beginning, I graded using traditional methods such as paper and pencil or electronic submission via e-mail. Now, assignments are uploaded to a course management tool and I use this technology to grade and comment on their projects. Although I am very comfortable with technology, I feel that I am limited. Currently, I am taking courses to become certified in Applied Technology in Education. I know there are unlimited resources online, but I am not sure where to begin. I am navigating my students with their learning, but feel as though I could be providing more interactive tools online. If I can communicate online with other teaching professionals, I believe this will enhance my instruction and guide me in a direction. It is my goal to utilize current technology to enhance the learning experience in my classroom. Currently, I am teaching a computer applications course online. I want to provide more in-class instruction via the internet and welcome any suggestions regarding technology.

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Permalink Reply by Lorna Primus-Joseph on November 15, 2012 at 11:38am

hi i am Lorna Primus-Joseph i am an kindergarten teacher from Trinidad and Tobago

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Permalink Reply by Michael J McMorrow on November 19, 2012 at 4:02pm

My name is Michael McMorrow. I am a Secondary (Jr./Sr. High) School Principal at an international school near Jakarta, Indonesia. I am an American but I have been living and working in Indonesia for almost a decade. I have taught learners as young as 6 months old all the way through university age (and beyond). Currently I am teaching English Literature for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IPDP). I look forward to collaborating with other folks on here whenever/however possible. Cheers... Michael

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Permalink Reply by Jade Christyn Leonor on November 21, 2012 at 5:29pm

Hi everyone! I'm Jade, from the Philippines. I am very interested in learning more about ICT. Right now, I am working as an online tutor while preparing for the licensure exam for teachers. I teach Mathematics to American students, and English to Japanese students. We utilize a virtual whiteboard for studying Math, and use Skype for having English conversation lessons. These tools are very useful in conducting online classes, so it's very interesting to know how we can also utilize such tools in the classroom. Looking forward to learning new things with you all! :-)

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Permalink Reply by Mary Floro on November 23, 2012 at 9:40pm

Hello everyone.

I am currently teaching the 3rd grade and will complete my Masters in Educational Technology from American College of Education before the end of January- WOOHOO!

I am interested in learning from others, getting feedback from ideas, collaborating, and networking to help provide ideas to the staff in my district to foster 21st century classrooms.

Mary

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Permalink Reply by Beth Snowden on November 28, 2012 at 2:27am

Hi everyone

I am presently studying an MSc in eLearning and Multimedia and building a short 6 week blended learning programme on Web 2.0 technologies for learning and teaching. I am immersing myself in Web 2.0 and feeling befuddled by all the expansive Personal Learning Network opportunities. Limitless learning. Where does it end?

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Permalink Reply by Mimi Nicholson on November 28, 2012 at 8:52am

Aloha, I am an ECSE teacher in Las Vegas, currently teaching Pre-school students ages 3-5.

Teaching is a career change I made 5 years ago because I wanted so much to make less money (just kidding).

I love children and can finally afford to teach. It's a beautiful thing to be positive part of so many lives.

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Permalink Reply by Rachel MacLeod on December 2, 2012 at 2:04pm

Hi everyone! My name is Rachel MacLeod and I am an M.Ed student at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia. My main focus is Secondary English Education, but I'm also very interested in ESL strategies, since I plan to teach in an area with a high ELL population. I'm excited to use Classroom 2.0 as a resource!

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Permalink Reply by Melissa Hocking on December 2, 2012 at 6:10pm

My name is Melissa Hocking. I teach high school General Science and Biology in Webster City, IA. This is my 18th year teaching. I am originally from Michigan and am currently pursuing my Master's Degree in Teaching and Curriculum from Michigan State University. Someday I would like to be a Director of Curriculum and Instruction for a school or head up Technology Integration for a school district. I wouldn't mind also teaching at a Community College. My husband is a school superintendent and we have two children. I enjoy boating, camping and traveling.

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Permalink Reply by Traci Kohlrieser on December 9, 2012 at 10:44am

Hi everyone! I'm Traci, a graduate student at BGSU. I'm getting my Master's in Business Education. I'm excited to learn from all of you fine folks!

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Permalink Reply by Ann Guilder on December 10, 2012 at 7:00am

Hi I am training to be a teacher in the lifelong learning sector, I would love to know any tips that you found useful when you all first started out, thanks Ann

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Permalink Reply by Ann Guilder on December 10, 2012 at 7:01am

Hi I am training to be a teacher in the lifelong learning sector, I would love to know any tips that you found useful when you all first started out, thanks Ann Guilder, Colchester Essex