Back to Learning

Today was the first day of Science and Technology Methods! I am so incredibly excited to begin learning about teaching Science through technology. In the beginning of class today we watched this video(shown on the side of the blog). This video was a great introduction to the course. With being a teacher candidate I think it is important to be knowledgeable about technology. Technology is the key to being a successful teacher. The students of today are so obsessed with technology. They spend most of their time on the computer, playing video games, and so on. When technology is brought into the classrooms, it opens the doors for engagement. Having your students engaged is super important. As a child, I loved school. Although I loved school, I do not remember much technology involvement. There were very limited resources when it came to technology. I attended computer class once a week, and sometimes if we were participating in a web quest, there would be chrome books available. I spent a lot of time doing worksheets and taking tests or quizzes. I vividly remember my teacher acquiring a smartboard during the 5th grade. This was the first time I ever saw a smartboard. My classmates and I were so intrigued by this amazing piece of technology.  From then on technology has played a role in my education. I remember participating in WebQuests, creating projects, and completing research using a computer during school.  I believe learning should be fun and engaging along with interactive. As a future educator, I believe using technology in the classroom is a must. There is NO better way to learn than through technology. 

The second half of the class today we worked on our own drawings of a scientist. Dr. Smirnova gave us the task to draw a scientist and give it a name. I made the mistake of googling what a scientist is because it didn't allow me to truly have my own view on and perception. I drew a male wearing a lab coat and googles alongside a table completing an experiment. I named him Dr. Potion. After we were finished we got to explore the classroom and view our colleagues creations. This was very interesting because most of us drew males with googles and some sort of experiment. After discussing our drawings, I realized that a scientist is much more than I percieved them to be. They are not your typical drawing of a man in lab coat creating an experiment. This course will help me realize and see scientists as much more than just that. I am super excited to get started and learn! 

Dr. Potion