One of the biggest AHA moments for me was during the poster and demo presentation. I was initially nervous about that day, not sure what to expect… However, once I started talking, I realized that my students need to have…
Challenges and Successes in Writing Curriculum
The biggest challenge I have faced in writing my curriculum is connecting such a highly complex topic, nanotechnology, to a relatively intro. math course. Some of my successes though, have been to find creative ways to introduce students to the…
Externship connection to Math I curriculum
One of the most important features I have learned from this externship is to start thinking more like n engineer. Failure is an option, but quitting is not. I think it is important for students to begin to practice this…
Technology Challenges
The biggest challenges I have with technology concerns availability and reliability. Many of the apps available for iPhone and Android are not accessible at school. Example, Google Translate offers an app that you can take a picture of text, highlight…
Highlight of My Week at NCCAT
Besides the obvious, white water rafting and food, I really enjoyed the break-out sessions. I enjoyed the tech apps and the opportunities to use them in my classes. Trelo, Kahoot, and FourSquare (besides getting free garlic fries at Tyler’s).
What do you hope to gain from this Kenan Fellows Program experience?
I envision that the Kenan Fellows Program will help me be a more effective teacher by providing me with the opportunity to collaborate with other passionate and highly motivated teachers. In doing so, I will be challenged to build upon…