Philosophy

=**Philosophy **= I am passionate about instructional technology and believe it needs to be an integral part of a child’s education. Infusing technology into curriculum assures that students are being prepared for the world in which they will live and compete. Today’s world is one where the future may be more uncertain than ever, therefore, it is vitally important that we prepare students to be the global, 21st century citizens they need to be.

 The educational technology community needs to continue to develop the skills of the content expert (classroom teacher) to use technology to engage learners. We need to teach students to be creative, innovative, collaborative, critical thinkers, problem solvers, decision makers, and to be good digital citizens.

 I believe technology needs to be ubiquitous and an integral part of delivering the curriculum. The goal is for it not to be a special day when students get to work with computers, but rather another tool in a teacher’s arsenal. We need to build confidence and trust with teachers in order to create dynamic classrooms. Technology can help teachers with the very difficult job of preparing all of our students to succeed in an ever-changing world.

My goals for this portfolio are to showcase my efforts to lead as a 21st century teacher, the support I have provided teachers in the effort of providing a 21st century education, and the successes I've had working with teachers in the classroom. 
 *  "If we teach today's students as we taught yesterday's, we rob them of tomorrow." - John Dewey **


 *  “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.” - Alvin Toffler **