About Us! by Youngkyun Baek https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy Introduce Yourself en-us 2019-04-15 20:55:57 UTC 2023-06-20 23:17:05 UTC hello@padlet.com Young Baek youngkyunbaek https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/351811426 This is one of my favorite classes... so let's have some fun, let our creative juices flow, and think way, way outside the proverbial box!]]> 2019-04-15 20:58:06 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/351811426 Danielle Petitmermet daniellepetitmermet https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359675442 I am excited to take this course this semester! I know a very small amount about Project Based Learning, and am excited to really dive into it! 

If you see my post on Blackboard, you will know that I am a fifth-grade teacher. I love using technology with my students and am excited to learn even more about using it!]]> 2019-05-13 21:13:26 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359675442 Stacey Ellis staceyellis https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359687614 Hello! I currently teach Marketing and Economics and Personal Finance in high school.  This is my third and final class in the Edtech program.  I am working towards the Technology Integration Specialist Certificate and my goal is to become an instructional technology resource teacher.  

I have had the good fortune of having daily access to computers for my students for the entire 14 years that I have been teaching (whether it be in a 1-to-1 setting or in a lab classroom). This is what led me to my interest in becoming an ITRT.]]> 2019-05-13 22:25:01 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359687614 Jordan Brisch jordanbrisch https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359688700 Hello! I teach seventh grade social studies and have been teaching for 5 years. I will be finishing the ed tech program in the fall and am really excited to learn new ways to incorporate technology into my projects. I am really looking forward to these next seven weeks. 

My school went 1:1 with devices this year. It has been an interesting school year with a bunch or adjustments and reflecting on how the devices. I learned a lot this year on how to incorporate technology into my lessons and am excited to learn how to use the devices better for next school year. ]]> 2019-05-13 22:33:10 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359688700 Lisa Hawes https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359701275 I currently teach 3rd and 4th-grade students, and I work for an online charter school. However, next year I will be teaching the 3rd through 6th-grade math classes. I'm excited to take this class and learn more about project-based learning. I'm planning my lessons for next year, and I would love to incorporate project-based learning activities. I want my students to have fun and enjoy math.]]> 2019-05-13 23:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359701275 Kristin Gaynor https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359715849 Hi everyone! I teach high school science (chemistry, general science, materials science, forensic science) in a school where we are on trimester scheduling. This type of scheduling has allowed more electives like forensic and materials science to exist. Since I get to teach such different fields of science, I think this is a great opportunity for me to explore options in terms project based learning. I am looking forward to rethinking how I can teach my content! ]]> 2019-05-14 01:17:49 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359715849 Tory Temple https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359725677 After having taken the project management class, I'm curious to see how many of those principles crossover into the PBL design and execution philosophies.

I'm a doctoral student here at BSU in Ed Tech and just finished all of the core and research classes. Still a ways to go, but it's progress none-the-less! I teach a rather unique curriculum that is essentially interdisciplinary science (mostly chemistry) where students use science to survive the end or the world. Its called AREA154: Apocalypse Division. I have a very challenging clientele, unique solutions are required!
AREA154 website]]> 2019-05-14 02:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359725677 Tanya Goodman tanyagoodman https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359728122 Hello! I teach 2nd grade at Stephensen Elementary on the Mountain Home Air Force Base. My district has been 1:1 for several years now, but I am always looking for ways to meaningfully incorporate technology into my lessons that don't just entail using an app to play games.]]> 2019-05-14 02:24:09 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359728122 Megan Ferrera meganferrera https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359741732 Hi, I'm Megan! I taught in Bangkok, Thailand as a kindergarten and first-grade teacher for the last seven years. I recently moved to Hong Kong and plan to start teaching in the upcoming school year. Before working as a teacher, I was a graphic designer in my home state, Wisconsin. 
 
This is only my third course in the M.E.T. program. Technology has always been a big part of my life and I enjoy using it as an instructional tool. I am excited to learn more about PBL and how I can incorporate it into my classroom. 
]]> 2019-05-14 03:46:20 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359741732 Jes McLenna jesluna347 https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359747973 Hello! My name is Jes McLenna and I teach 1st grade in Middleton, Idaho. I really love my job and especially enjoy integrating technology into our lessons. Currently, my students are working on their weather books they created on Book Creator. I’ve been teaching for six years and have taught fifth grade, second grade and now first grade.

I live in Middleton with my husband and son. I like to keep myself busy and my six-year-old son keeps me on my toes. As the summer gets nearer, we like to travel around Idaho and visit different parks.

]]> 2019-05-14 04:29:01 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359747973 Dianna Kim https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359973772 The activities for this course seems fun! I always try to find ways to create fun educational materials for employees. Thus, I look forward to increasing my edtech knowledge for my career. ]]> 2019-05-14 15:57:26 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/359973772 Michele Pannell https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360047740 Hello everyone! I am excited for this class and learning more about project-based learning. I am currently a Computer Applications and Web Design teacher in the Nampa School District. I have been teaching for 6 years at the middle school level (7th and 8th grade). I am half way through my M.E.T degree and set to graduate Summer 2020 with certifications in Online Teaching, Technology Integration, and Games and Simulations. The school I teach at just went 1:1 this year but for the last 3 years I have been part of the implementation team that helped set it all up. 

I am currently part of Create Idaho to implement and certify students and staff in Adobe and Microsoft programs. I am also part of the 2019 curriculum review team for 9-12 computer science standards. 

The Nampa School District is also going to standards based grading so I am part of the Computer Applications team coming up with essential standards for the district to implement next school year '19-'20.]]> 2019-05-14 18:22:43 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360047740 Meg Koury megankovach https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360057964 Hi everybody! My name is Meg Koury and I'm an AP Biology and Chemistry teacher in Sammamish, WA. My students are all 1:1 with a Surface Book because our school is about 5 miles from Microsoft's campus. Having a relationship with this tech-giant has opened my eyes to new and interesting technology applications for the classroom. I have two more semester to go in my M.E.T. program (graduating in Fall 2019), but this is the class I've been the most excited for. I've put together problem-based learning units, but never a project-based learning unit. I'm excited to incorporate this with my tech-tools knowledge! While I won't be able to put this into immediate practice (I'll be taking a year-long absence after the end of this year to hang out with my son and travel around the world with my family), I'll be itching to try it out in 2020! 

]]> 2019-05-14 18:41:50 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360057964 Tanneil Kuchynka https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360187182 Hello!  My name is Tanneil.  I'm married and have 3 beautiful kiddos!  They are growing up so fast!  Our kiddos are 16, 14 and 12 so they keep us pretty busy!  I have been teaching for 7 years.  I have 6 years in the 5th grade and this year was my first year in 4th.  I enjoy my students but they are  really getting ready for summer vacation!  We live in Miles City, MT.  Both my husband and I were born and raised in Miles City and I teach at a school I attended as a youngster.  I started working on my master's degree about a year ago.  It has been a great experience so far!  I'm looking forward to this class and getting to know all of you!  ]]> 2019-05-15 03:24:14 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360187182 Ashley Gaura https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360442447 Hello all! 

As I said in the discussion post, my name is Ashley Gaura (pronounced and spelled like Laura).   I currently teach in a small town called Fox Lake, Illinois, though I live in Wisconsin.  Perks of living by the border! I am teaching seniors in English 12.  I have all levels: Honors, Advanced, Reg, and the Loop kids (early graduates).  I was part of the technology roll-out of my previous school, then helped my current school in their 1:1 initiative.   I am fairly decent with technology and like to learn new things about it, but coding and IT is not my jam.  

I am a mom to twins who turn one in a month! Because I like to stay busy, I also decided to move from our current house to an old farmhouse with 18 acres so during this class I will be packing, closing on my house, living with my parents, packing again, closing on the next house and then all the renovations start.  I am working full time, going to grad school, parenting twins, and moving.  Not crazy at all right? In my limited free time, I love being outdoors.  Hiking, biking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, etc.  My peaceful place is outside. 

Looking forward to this class!

]]> 2019-05-15 16:50:06 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360442447 Natalie Irie natalieirie https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360535424 Hi everyone! My name is Natalie, and I work as a teacher trainer for a company that publishes a blended learning curriculum for noncredit adult ESL classrooms. I also live at a boarding school where my husband works, so I get to work with middle and high school students as well. I am interested in a place-based approach to PBL and I am looking forward to designing a project this summer! I am very excited to be taking this course with you all! ]]> 2019-05-15 19:56:54 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360535424 Avery Schwendiman https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360571318 Hi everyone! My name is Avery, and I am a second grade teacher. This fall I will be changing schools to teach fifth grade so I can work in the same district as my husband. I will be moving from a school where we are beginning to be 1:1 to a school that has been 1:1 for a few years now. I am excited for the change!
I am about halfway done with the EdTech program. I just have a handful of classes left. I look forward to learning in this class how to use project based learning in my teaching. ]]> 2019-05-15 22:31:02 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360571318 Stephanie Hopkins stephaniehopkins https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360573540 So, my name is Stephanie Hopkins.  Its a pleasure to meet you all.  Although I do see some familiar faces so far.  
A little about myself, I'm in my 4th year of teaching Resource English at Vallivue Middle School in Caldwell, Idaho.  Next year I will be teaching both math and English, which I am excited for.  
I'm also the mom to two beautiful teenage girls.  They keep me super busy with their band, choir, sports, and scouts. That list is set to increase this next year due to my oldest starting High School, and before you ask "NO I AM NOT READY!"
I look forward to spending the first part of summer with you all!]]> 2019-05-15 22:43:57 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/360573540 Dan Neddo danielneddo https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/361202131 My name is Dan Neddo and I am excited to be here with you all.  I am a father of five beautiful children, 15, 12, 11, 8 and 5. My wife of 18 years this Saturday and I are raising our kids on the same land in Kuna that I was raised on.
I will be teaching at Gem Prep Meridian next year as a secondary science teacher. I am excited to be back in the classroom with the kiddos and am looking forward to next year. I really believe in the power of project based learning and an very interested in learning how to better integrate technology with it.]]> 2019-05-17 14:40:43 UTC https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/361202131 Jim Eason https://padlet.com/youngkyunbaek/7rirhewqtiyy/wish/361341820  
I’m a software developer with 20 years of experience. I have been an SQL Admin, Desktop App Developer, JavaScript Developer, and .NET Developer. I have consulted companies like Dr.Pepper, CitiGroup, DeGolyer MacNaughton. Currently, I develop exam software for Pearson VUE. I’m developing the new Adobe Certification Exams scoring framework. 

I’m excited about what the future offers us with the new technologies that are advancing how learn and grow. I do not have much in class education experience, but more on the assessment side of education. 

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