Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Final Lesson Plan
My choice of the subject matter for this final lesson plan was the result of my joy for Algebra. I have always taken an interest in equalities, inequalities and variables so I tried to focus it around those areas of Math.
Now that my work is complete, some challenges I see arising while teaching could be the technology failing, perhaps a video I want to show won't load for some reason, or the school computers won't allow it. Another example could be that the files I sent to their G-mail accounts could have failed, or were presented in a different format. Assuming my students are all tech-savvy, those who are not however could also present a challenge. Having to show them how to work their way around Google, the Google Documents, and Google Drawings could lead to some drawbacks or delay of the lesson.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
XtraNormal video
My XtraNormal Video!
This is my XtraNormal Video I made on http://www.xtranormal.com/. It stars Charlie Sheen so I hope you get a chuckle out of it! Try making your own it is very fun!
This is my XtraNormal Video I made on http://www.xtranormal.com/. It stars Charlie Sheen so I hope you get a chuckle out of it! Try making your own it is very fun!
Monday, May 14, 2012
Course Reflection
- a. Coming into this course, what was your level of tech skill? Did you find it easy to adapt to the ways we used technology in this class? What was difficult for you? What was easy?
I was concerned at first that maybe my tech skills weren't that advanced but I think that was just me being unsure going in to a tech class that I had no idea about. I feel I have a high level of tech skill, I just have more to learn because there is so much to do with technology. I found it easy to adapt to class once I was shown how to do something new because I am familiar with computers. What was difficult was getting used to new programs and learning how to insert images or something like Prezi for example. But after a few repetitions, like anything it became easy. I wouldn't say anything was really easy. Group work made things easier, and being in class talking about the assignments made them easier to do. If I took this as an online class I don't think I would be as successful, but I have never taken an online class either.
- b. What have been your favorite parts of the class? What was your favorite activity?
Group work was always fun and successful. I enjoyed having class discussions, we have a lot of people in our class with classroom experience and it was nice hearing their opinions and views from their experience. I liked the iPad activity, made me realize how much is to come of new technology in classrooms. When we talked about special needs and technology to help them with their disability, I found that very interesting.
- c. Do you think you can easily incorporate your tech knowledge and skills into your role as a teacher? Out of all the tools we learned about this quarter, which one do you see using the most frequently as a teacher?
Yes, I definitely do. A lot of schools are using computers in class and if every student has one then I will most definitely do google docs and have them open up assignments to do there, take quizzes, and open articles that we will discuss in class. So I see myself using Google chrome, and making every student having an account so we can all work on documents together.
- d. What do you want to know MORE about in Ed Tech? What are you still curious about? Will you be able to explore these ideas on your own?
Probably Apple computers and their technology. I own an iPhone, and iPod, but not an Apple computer. I feel like they're capable of more, and easier to navigate once you figure them out. Also the sites with lesson plans. I'd like to learn how to use them more to help me in my classroom to make subjects easier to teach and for my students to understand. I believe I will be able to explore these ideas on my own. I have been introduced to the websites and the information, and I just have to explore it and incorporate it in to my lessons.
- e. Do you think your level of tech skill/knowledge has increased this quarter? If so, how? Are you a more confident web user?
Yes, I believe my tech skill/knowledge has increased. Google and g-mail is versatile, there is so much you can do with that. I learned how to put all my email into one mail so I can view it all at once instead of checking different ones one at a time. I would say I am more confident as a web user because I would have not known a lot of the stuff I know now if I hadn't taken this course. I know how to use certain programs, have a blog, create documents, and how to create and monitor my online presence.
MERLOT
Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Teaching
I thought this source for education was very interesting. Once figuring out how to navigate it, I found out it has many options to use. I clicked on the Mathematics and Statistics option and on the left toolbar I noticed an option that said "animation", being a visual learner myself I looked in to that. I liked how it had visual representations, games, and exercises on certain subjects of Math that I really liked and that I would most likely use in my classroom setting. One animation even showed how to do specific operations on your TI-83 calculator. In my classroom, I could show the TI-83 animation to show my students how to use their calculators to solve problems. Another animation I could use would be one of the numerous games of fractions. I think that would be great because I know growing up how many people hated fractions because it was hard for them to learn. Using other alternatives to teaching can help someone really grasp on to the idea or concept and helping them really understand it. There are even quizzes, test, and assignments for numerous areas of math for you to build upon as well. You can look at all types of disciplines and even read reviews on it of how people used it in their classroom, ways to modify it, whether they were successful or not, and you can add your own materials on there as well.
I thought this source for education was very interesting. Once figuring out how to navigate it, I found out it has many options to use. I clicked on the Mathematics and Statistics option and on the left toolbar I noticed an option that said "animation", being a visual learner myself I looked in to that. I liked how it had visual representations, games, and exercises on certain subjects of Math that I really liked and that I would most likely use in my classroom setting. One animation even showed how to do specific operations on your TI-83 calculator. In my classroom, I could show the TI-83 animation to show my students how to use their calculators to solve problems. Another animation I could use would be one of the numerous games of fractions. I think that would be great because I know growing up how many people hated fractions because it was hard for them to learn. Using other alternatives to teaching can help someone really grasp on to the idea or concept and helping them really understand it. There are even quizzes, test, and assignments for numerous areas of math for you to build upon as well. You can look at all types of disciplines and even read reviews on it of how people used it in their classroom, ways to modify it, whether they were successful or not, and you can add your own materials on there as well.
Creative Commons
Creative Commons
I think Creative Commons is a great source for everyone. It can help educators find other ways of teaching their material or a different approach to adjust to their classroom. Its helpful in that it can help someone else, or even inspire them and build off of an idea to make it greater. Ultimately, I don't see it as copying. I like the idea that this can be used to a certain degree that the creator allows the person to use it. All the information in Creative Commons can be edited, remixed, or built upon. If your putting in the time for your classroom and not just taking other peoples ideas then I don't see it as plagiarism.
I think Creative Commons is a great source for everyone. It can help educators find other ways of teaching their material or a different approach to adjust to their classroom. Its helpful in that it can help someone else, or even inspire them and build off of an idea to make it greater. Ultimately, I don't see it as copying. I like the idea that this can be used to a certain degree that the creator allows the person to use it. All the information in Creative Commons can be edited, remixed, or built upon. If your putting in the time for your classroom and not just taking other peoples ideas then I don't see it as plagiarism.
Monday, May 7, 2012
Ohio DL Schools
Ohio Connections Academy
EcotOhio
Above are two links I posted that I would consider sending my child to for online education. First of all, the presentation of these two websites was the first I based my decision off of. I liked how Ecot was the first and largest DL in Ohio, and they have had lots of success since. They displayed great graduation rates and students later being successful as well. The OCA has had great ratings of being excellent for kids of all ages. I thought the free tuition was great, but it was offered by all of the DL schools.
Virtual School House
This is one DL school in Ohio that I would not choose for my child. Viewing the website, it did not stand out and it looked very elementary. Since this is really the only presentation I have of the DL school, it doesn't look that great, and it didn't state achievements on the front page and tell the viewers why they should come here and why it is so great. It did not grab me like the other two DL schools did that I wrote about previously.
EcotOhio
Above are two links I posted that I would consider sending my child to for online education. First of all, the presentation of these two websites was the first I based my decision off of. I liked how Ecot was the first and largest DL in Ohio, and they have had lots of success since. They displayed great graduation rates and students later being successful as well. The OCA has had great ratings of being excellent for kids of all ages. I thought the free tuition was great, but it was offered by all of the DL schools.
Virtual School House
This is one DL school in Ohio that I would not choose for my child. Viewing the website, it did not stand out and it looked very elementary. Since this is really the only presentation I have of the DL school, it doesn't look that great, and it didn't state achievements on the front page and tell the viewers why they should come here and why it is so great. It did not grab me like the other two DL schools did that I wrote about previously.
Pros and Cons of Distant Learning
Pros and Cons of DL
Above is a link to a document my EDU 220 class and I created of the Pros and Cons of Distant Learning.
I believe the pros outweigh the cons in Distant Learning. It can help you establish your own autonomy in academics, schedule your class and doing your work on your own time. If the lecture or class is recorded you can rewind and review what you didn't catch at first. Also if you are a fast worker, you can go ahead of pace and get more completed. I like that it doesn't take away from your time at work, and that you don't have to worry about arriving early to search for a parking spot.
In my opinion, however, I am against Distant Learning for the time being. I have not ever taken an online class, but I hear good and bad things. The way I like to learn, and I am more comfortable learning in a traditional classroom. I like the social interaction, and being in real time with the teacher. That way, if I have a question about an assignment or topic then she can help me then and there instead of emailing and waiting who knows how long for a response.I have motivational skills so its not like I need to go to class to be motivated to do my work but I enjoy being in the actual classroom, interacting with other students, and getting the support from the teacher. I believe I can be successful in a DL class but until I absolutely have to take one, I probably won't. I'll enjoy my time in class until then.
Above is a link to a document my EDU 220 class and I created of the Pros and Cons of Distant Learning.
I believe the pros outweigh the cons in Distant Learning. It can help you establish your own autonomy in academics, schedule your class and doing your work on your own time. If the lecture or class is recorded you can rewind and review what you didn't catch at first. Also if you are a fast worker, you can go ahead of pace and get more completed. I like that it doesn't take away from your time at work, and that you don't have to worry about arriving early to search for a parking spot.
In my opinion, however, I am against Distant Learning for the time being. I have not ever taken an online class, but I hear good and bad things. The way I like to learn, and I am more comfortable learning in a traditional classroom. I like the social interaction, and being in real time with the teacher. That way, if I have a question about an assignment or topic then she can help me then and there instead of emailing and waiting who knows how long for a response.I have motivational skills so its not like I need to go to class to be motivated to do my work but I enjoy being in the actual classroom, interacting with other students, and getting the support from the teacher. I believe I can be successful in a DL class but until I absolutely have to take one, I probably won't. I'll enjoy my time in class until then.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
RSA Animate
RSA ANIMATE
Above is a link I posted about this very interesting and cool video.
1). I agree that the US systematically destroys the creativity in students in school. I believe that because students often do not become interested in schooling and school work. It is boring for them so they begin to find other things interesting and build on that. I think that some technology being used in class can help with students engagements and make them want to learn more.
2). I think it is possible for a curriculum to be developed and followed to help students creativity. Some components of that curriculum could be using things students already use at home, like a computer, iPad, laptop, smart phone, etc. Integrating the technology that is something new to them that aren't used to using in a traditional classroom will keep them engaged, and keep them thinking. Especially if it is something new and interesting. Making learning fun is one way to help, you can have a set of guidelines of things to have for an assignment but perhaps have them put a twist on it and do it their own way to show their creativity and originality that somehow represents them. This was kind of a tough question.
3). I believe certainly a teachers action can help creativity of a student. Think of past teachers you have had, the ones that were most animated, engaging, fun, and loud were the best teachers you had. Ones that sat at the desk, read word for word out a book or powerpoint the whole time leave you falling asleep at your work space. If a teacher shows creativity like, "Hey look at what I found, or what I did. Can you find other interesting ways of creating this, doing this, etc.?" Engaging them, and challenging them will benefit them most; going through the motions simply won't get it done.
4).Ways I can become more creative are simple. Learning new things, or how to do things differently can help you incorporate all those ideas in to one thing of your own. An example was Prezi, you could do a blank template, or follow a path. A blank template is ready for your ideas and creativity, while when you follow a path you're basically filling in the blanks. Everyone and everything is different so I think group work can help as well or working with classmates because you can use ideas and build off of them to make it different or unique in your own way. In this class especially, I have learned a lot because I was never introduced to certain programs, grammar, or new technology like I have in this class. Yeah, I can make a PowerPoint for a presentation that everyone has seen before, but why not make a Prezi, and make it go all different ways and make it engaging for others to watch and maybe even make them want to see it again. In other classrooms, I haven't been able to express my creativity because of guidelines set, and they have to be a specific way and if it isn't followed then you get a lower grade. For teachers and schools, make it more engaging for the students. Bring them in to the lesson, first hand; make it a fun learning experience and environment. I always had fun in Art class because of how involved and animated my teacher was, and she always said, "dare to be different, make it your own", and I always that originality was creative and being your own. Have a set plan for students to learn certain things, but going a different route other than traditionally sitting at a desk and learning can make a more positive impact I believe.
Above is a link I posted about this very interesting and cool video.
1). I agree that the US systematically destroys the creativity in students in school. I believe that because students often do not become interested in schooling and school work. It is boring for them so they begin to find other things interesting and build on that. I think that some technology being used in class can help with students engagements and make them want to learn more.
2). I think it is possible for a curriculum to be developed and followed to help students creativity. Some components of that curriculum could be using things students already use at home, like a computer, iPad, laptop, smart phone, etc. Integrating the technology that is something new to them that aren't used to using in a traditional classroom will keep them engaged, and keep them thinking. Especially if it is something new and interesting. Making learning fun is one way to help, you can have a set of guidelines of things to have for an assignment but perhaps have them put a twist on it and do it their own way to show their creativity and originality that somehow represents them. This was kind of a tough question.
3). I believe certainly a teachers action can help creativity of a student. Think of past teachers you have had, the ones that were most animated, engaging, fun, and loud were the best teachers you had. Ones that sat at the desk, read word for word out a book or powerpoint the whole time leave you falling asleep at your work space. If a teacher shows creativity like, "Hey look at what I found, or what I did. Can you find other interesting ways of creating this, doing this, etc.?" Engaging them, and challenging them will benefit them most; going through the motions simply won't get it done.
4).Ways I can become more creative are simple. Learning new things, or how to do things differently can help you incorporate all those ideas in to one thing of your own. An example was Prezi, you could do a blank template, or follow a path. A blank template is ready for your ideas and creativity, while when you follow a path you're basically filling in the blanks. Everyone and everything is different so I think group work can help as well or working with classmates because you can use ideas and build off of them to make it different or unique in your own way. In this class especially, I have learned a lot because I was never introduced to certain programs, grammar, or new technology like I have in this class. Yeah, I can make a PowerPoint for a presentation that everyone has seen before, but why not make a Prezi, and make it go all different ways and make it engaging for others to watch and maybe even make them want to see it again. In other classrooms, I haven't been able to express my creativity because of guidelines set, and they have to be a specific way and if it isn't followed then you get a lower grade. For teachers and schools, make it more engaging for the students. Bring them in to the lesson, first hand; make it a fun learning experience and environment. I always had fun in Art class because of how involved and animated my teacher was, and she always said, "dare to be different, make it your own", and I always that originality was creative and being your own. Have a set plan for students to learn certain things, but going a different route other than traditionally sitting at a desk and learning can make a more positive impact I believe.
A Quick Reader (QR) Code
You can make your own QR Code and direct it where ever you would like at goqr.me
Monday, April 30, 2012
TED-Ed Lessons Worth Sharing Video
http://ed.ted.com/lessons/marcus-du-sautoy-symmetry-reality-s-riddle
This is a video about symmetry in Mathematics I watched. It was a rather long video but I found it very interesting. These TED-Ed talks on this website are very cool and can help you with ways to teach, or even showing your students about a subject. I would show this video to my students to introduce them to the new topic of symmetry, where it originates from, how it works, symmetry in real life, and use the example of the Rubik's cube and integrate that in to my class. I might even use the short quiz afterwards to see if they were even paying attention to the video.
This is a video about symmetry in Mathematics I watched. It was a rather long video but I found it very interesting. These TED-Ed talks on this website are very cool and can help you with ways to teach, or even showing your students about a subject. I would show this video to my students to introduce them to the new topic of symmetry, where it originates from, how it works, symmetry in real life, and use the example of the Rubik's cube and integrate that in to my class. I might even use the short quiz afterwards to see if they were even paying attention to the video.
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
My report on Assistant Technology for Austism
Adam Tinker
EDU 220
Professor Frick
Assignment #5
April 23, 2012
Assistant Technology for Autism
For
this assignment I chose the disability Autism. I chose Autism because I
was intrigued by the YouTube video we watched in class that showed
Autistic children learning with the iPad. One of the students in
particular expressed his enhanced vocabulary and love for symphonies and
conductors. I thought it was amazing to see them engage and learn as
quickly as they did comparing to the traditional paper learning method.
According to the website www.specialed.us, autism
limits learning in several ways such as the need to express themselves,
social skills, ability to concentrate, and most important learning
their native language. Autistic people can learn more easily through
visual information than through auditory. Assistant Technology is aiming
to help children and people with disabilities learn, live and
communicate better.
There
are several types of Assistant Technology, which are all different to
fit the needs for different disabilities. For Autism, these include
photos, drawings, or written words or numbers. Some technology,
according to www.livestrong.com, explains “One type of low-tech
assisting technology is a communication boards, which contains pictures
or photographs of people or objects”. The site explains these boards
look like books and the person can touch the pictures or objects with
their finger, or a pointer stick. On this website, it also talks about a
simple speech output system, “which allows a child to make a choice,
usually by pushing a button or picture on a special keyboard and the
device speaks the choice. For example, the child can touch a picture of
an apple, and the computer says, ‘food please’, or ‘I’d like something
to eat, please” (www.livestrong.com). I thought this was really
interesting and similar to a smart board and iPad. When the child picks
what it wants, like it was talking about earlier with the apple, it can
also choose what response they want as well. This
can help them in a school setting or living at home. For Autism, it is
common to show images, or pictures for the student to see visually and
comprehend what that image is or have written words or spoken words and
have them point out what image or picture the instructor is asking them
about. One website called www.specialed.us claims
that after using visual representations the next step would be to show
them concrete objects. The website also suggests a program called
“Picture This”, which contains over 2,700 photos that can be used to
visual images to help Autistic children in their learning.
In more recent studies, computers and iPad seem to be the popular choice of Assistant Technology. On www.theglobeandmail.com, they
claim that Autistic students do not want to learn from their instructor
but will gladly play with a computer or iPad and learn that way. It’s
proven to be very effective. The website has a few student examples that
shows students who did not speak at all at school or home a few years
ago can now communicate through short and simple sentences. The article
calls it “life changing”, because autistic children become more engaged
through new technology. They do say that not all of the children learned
how to use it quickly, but others did. Since autistic children can pick
up on patterns very well they say to stay persistent on teaching them
to use the iPad and soon they will know maybe more than you! This
website was really great. It includes an article on a certain 14 year
old autistic child, and several videos of other autistic children using
them in a classroom setting. Prior to the 14 year old boy using the
iPad, he was pinching his parents when he wanted something, but the
parents say it was difficult to know what he wanted from a pinch. This
has opened up a new world in their family and now that he can speak
simple sentences to ask, and receive what he wants specifically. Before
the boy was introduced to the iPad he used a certain technology called a
“white board” where he would watch projections of a slide show that
showed images and similar images and spoke sentences how they were
different. The white board allows students to touch the screen instead
of using a mouse or pointer tool. The ability for him engage was there
and he was interested. After being introduced to the iPad and getting
used to how to use it, he began making his own presentation slide shows
with his instructor and learning from them. He made his own presentation
about the show “Happy Days” and the instructor was blown away about he
recollection of the show and how he liked “The Fonz”. Reading this
website and watching the videos was shocking. I’ve went to school with
autistic kids but I never really engaged with them in a classroom
setting. I know they didn’t speak much, but after seeing how much of an
impact computers, and iPads are making on these students is amazing. On
the same website, some of the parents say that, “it saved their child's
education”. It makes me feel good that these technologies are helping
the kids in everyday life as well. They can now communicate easier with
their teachers, and parents making their lives easier as well.
After
researching future tools, and assistant technology for children with
autism I didn’t find anything that was “the next up and coming thing”.
For now it seems they are building with the iPad, which I think is doing
a spectacular job. After the video we saw in class about autistic
children using them in class, and then doing some research of my own, it
really is a break through for them and their educational advancement. I
believe more hands on approaches with visual aids like the iPad will be
used for not just autistic children but all children with disabilities,
since the iPad is endless in its abilities to help hearing and seeing
impaired. I’m sure it will only get better to suit everyone specific and
special needs. Similar to what www.theglobeandmail.com
said in their article, instructors and parents need to stay persistent
in teaching their autistic children how to use computers or iPads
because it will not only benefit the child, but them as well, making
life less stressful and more fun for the both of them.
References
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Google Forms Assessment
Here's a multiple choice test I created on Google forms. It's directed towards seventh grade Algebra, test your skills to see what you still remember! Good luck!!
TAKE THE TEST HERE
TAKE THE TEST HERE
Monday, April 16, 2012
An issue relating to Educational Technology
iPad's improving Mathematic Skills?
Above I found this link and it was pretty interesting. They tested two Math classrooms to see how much better they did doing homework and practicing Math work on a iPad and saw a 20% increase in their test scores. I thought this was interesting but I agree with the author that more testing needs to be done, but why not? This is an interesting, new, and fun way to learn. I love new technology, and kids do too, so why not use a gadget that is state of the art that students feel comfortable using and is fun for them to learn on. OF course, the teacher is going to need to learn to use this effectively but this is a good thing. The more they learn how to use it, the more they can use it in the classroom making it a fun learning environment for the kids!
Above I found this link and it was pretty interesting. They tested two Math classrooms to see how much better they did doing homework and practicing Math work on a iPad and saw a 20% increase in their test scores. I thought this was interesting but I agree with the author that more testing needs to be done, but why not? This is an interesting, new, and fun way to learn. I love new technology, and kids do too, so why not use a gadget that is state of the art that students feel comfortable using and is fun for them to learn on. OF course, the teacher is going to need to learn to use this effectively but this is a good thing. The more they learn how to use it, the more they can use it in the classroom making it a fun learning environment for the kids!
Sample ODE Lesson Plan
Various Uses of Variables
This is a lesson plan based on seventh grade level algebra with various uses of variables. I plan on teaching middle childhood mathematics and using this in my future classroom. The benchmarks in this lesson plan start with using symbolic algebra to represent mathematical relationships, introducing rules and variables to describe patterns, functions, and other mathematical relationships. Using real-life representations to organize and communicate mathematical thinking and problem situations is the third benchmark in teaching the students. The last benchmark is to have them recognize and use mathematical language and symbols when reading, writing, and conversing with others. This plan fits my teaching style because reading through the lesson plan In was picturing how I learned and this was strikingly similar, so that will also help me teach it as well.
This is a lesson plan based on seventh grade level algebra with various uses of variables. I plan on teaching middle childhood mathematics and using this in my future classroom. The benchmarks in this lesson plan start with using symbolic algebra to represent mathematical relationships, introducing rules and variables to describe patterns, functions, and other mathematical relationships. Using real-life representations to organize and communicate mathematical thinking and problem situations is the third benchmark in teaching the students. The last benchmark is to have them recognize and use mathematical language and symbols when reading, writing, and conversing with others. This plan fits my teaching style because reading through the lesson plan In was picturing how I learned and this was strikingly similar, so that will also help me teach it as well.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Blog Feedback
Feel free to scan through my blog to critique it. I'm open to any suggestions, tips, flaws, or comments!
Picnik Photo Editor
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
My Prezi Presentation introducing myself to my first class!
My presentation is directed towards my future early/middle childhood students. I plan to show this to my class on the first day of school to tell them about myself and to get know me a little bit better than just simply telling them about me and where I come from. I feel Prezi.com was a great way to show the students about me and helps them to definitely get to know me better by showing them pictures of my past, my family, and my pet! Prezi was a great choice instead of PowerPoint. I have always used PowerPoint for every other High School, and College presentation but when I was introduced to this program, I loved how different it was and how cool you could make the transitions and templates. I feel like PowerPoint definitely needs to step up its game after I saw Prezi! I'm glad I took the time to figure this program out, I think you will be too if you take the time to figure it out as well. Just like anything else you learn that is new, it takes time so don't get frustrated too quickly.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Digital Education Complications
This blog mentions Digital Education, and the concerns about moving to a Virtual School, which I agree with. Because what will we do if we can’t access our interenet or wi-fi? What if our calculators and such suddenly don’t do fractions, and long division for us? I think it is important to keep a more traditional classroom teaching style in place because technology isn’t always guaranteed…and we have all had our shares of experiences with that.
Elementary Teaching Tips
This Elementary Teacher’s blog uses techniques in the classroom when you are sick, and ways to prepare lesson plans and the school day for the substitute teacher. I like her blog and the way she has things set up. She includes ways to prepare the students for learning as well which I found interesting.
Coach G's Teaching Tips
Coach G’s blog is helpful in his article, “Learning and Leading by Listening”, to help students become active listeners. I like his idea of if the students are talking they’re not listening. He uses a strategy of keeping an Active Listening Check List to those who are not following along.
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
About Me
Hello! My name is Adam, and I am interested in pursuing a career as a teacher. I am 21 years old. My mother has been teaching Pre-School at St. Stephens Kiddie College in Sandusky, Ohio since 1997 and during Junior High and High School I often came in to her class to help and read to the children. I am interested in being a teacher because I enjoy working with people children of all ages,and helping them succeed in school and life. I am also eager to learn from them as well. I had many great teachers and coaches while growing up in Sandusky and they had a positive influence on me and my life. From their influence, I chose to pursue this career. While pursuing a teacher career I would also like to be a coach in either Football, or Basketball.
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