User:Zippy

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  • Meaning of your name:(Abbie) She who frets a lot
  • School you represent:Greenbrier East High
  • Role in Globaloria program at your school:co-educator
  • Favorite food(s):crab legs
  • Favorite music:classic rock and 80's techno stuff (I'm a product of my time)
  • Place in the world you'd most like to visit:Depends on my mood. Today I would say Rome-for art, history, and architecture.
  • Hobbies and things you like to do outside of school:Reading, of course. I love being outside-puttering around in my garden, taking walks, hiking. I also like to paint (watercolor) but I haven't had time in 2 years (pretty silly-I know)
  • Educational or Social issue(s) you are passionate about:I'm passionate about the idea that kids learn critical reasoning skills, and that they are knowledgeable about, and impacted by, the important ideas and literature that have shaped the history of our country and the world.
  • Favorite technology 'gadget' and why: My cell phone. Why it's my favorite-I use it every day, it's red, has cool ring tones, and it makes my life a little simpler
  • Describe when you started using computers:I remember my brother and I getting a computer when I was a teenager in the 80's. I think it played a few games and did some basic word processing.
  • Describe what you like to do on the internet:Hardly have time to surf for recreation. Use it mostly for classes and work oriented things. Find it helpful for getting lesson plan ideas.
  • In what ways have you used computers in your teaching, previously? I've used Think.com with students, Writing Roadmap, Word, Quark
  • Why did you join the Globaloria program? I thought it would be a good opportunity to improve my technology skills, and to work closely, more one-on-one, with a small group of students
  • What do you hope to achieve in Globaloria this year, personally? Competence with a new technology skill, and growth as a teacher
  • What do you hope for your students to achieve in Globaloria this year?‎ Increased confidence, a sense of pride in accomplishment, and new skills that can be of value to them in the future



Please discuss your personal teaching philosophy: Our most important responsibility is to prepare our students for citizenship. Based on that belief, I've laid out my thoughts in three important areas: Skill: I believe that it is essential that students learn to think and express themselves clearly and reasonably, and learn to engage in civil exchange of ideas. Content: I think a basic knowledge of important ideas and events that have shaped our country is necessary for our students to carry on the legacy of our democracy, and to provide the wisdom necessary for leadership. Methodology: I believe the cornerstone of good teaching is providing opportunities for students to actively engage with the curriculum and with one another; otherwise, the material will have little relevance to them, and they will not learn important skills. Student centered, project based learning is thus a critical component of planning.




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