Technology Integration Conferences
I have had the opportunity to attend and present at several educational technology conferences. At these conferences, I have discussed trends in educational technology with other leaders in the edtech field.
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Professional Goals and Accreditations
I consider myself to be a lifelong learner and am constantly researching ways to be on the cutting edge of technology integration. One example of this is my status as a Google Certified Educator: Level One. I plan to obtain more Google Certifications following graduation in May. |
Professional Learning Networks
I actively engage in monthly Twitter Chats where I connect with other educators who integrate technology into their instruction. I also moderate the #ArkTLChat monthly. #ArkTLChat is a professional learning network geared towards library media specialists for the state of Arkansas (though we always have teacher-librarians and media specialists from across the country participate in our discussions). |
Professional Organizations
I am an active member of several professional organizations including
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Technology Action Research Plan
I worked in a partnership to create this Technology Action Plan which researches the impact IXL Math, a subscription web-based software, has on student achievement and motivation. |
K-12 Online Conference
In Learning with the Internet (ISLT 9440), I was introduced to K12 Online Conference, a free online conference designed by educators for educators who are interested in learning more about innovative technologies and how to integrate new technologies in their classroom instruction. |