Greetings! Welcome to my website.
My name is Jen Macdonald and I am pursuing my Masters Degree in middle level education at Johnson State College. I am seeking my licensure in middle level social studies. This website is created for a class I am taking called Technology in Education: EDU-5320. I believe technology is a great tool in the classroom that facilitates engagement and cooperation. I believe technology is developmentally responsive to the needs of young adolescents because it can enhance learning by making the content more meaningful and relevant to students and their lives. Fully integrating technology into specific lessons can lead students to a deeper understanding of information and concepts.
I believe the best way to engage students is by utilizing developmentally appropriate, authentic, engaging curriculum and materials using 21st century skills at every possible juncture. It is my goal to create socially responsible, creative problem solvers who are lifelong learners. Bill Gates once said, "Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is most important." When the doors are open to deeper learning, the sky is the limit!
I believe the best way to engage students is by utilizing developmentally appropriate, authentic, engaging curriculum and materials using 21st century skills at every possible juncture. It is my goal to create socially responsible, creative problem solvers who are lifelong learners. Bill Gates once said, "Technology is just a tool. In terms of getting the kids working together and motivating them, the teacher is most important." When the doors are open to deeper learning, the sky is the limit!