Bria

 1. Instagram is a huge part of my PLN, as I utilize the bookmark feature to save educational videos into specific folders for my different interests. For example, I have an "Italiano," "sustainable cooking," and "recipe" folder which I save videos and rewatch daily. I save Italian cultural videos of the modern language being spoken in a casual context,  as well as educational vocabulary videos. They have helped me retain the language since I rewatch them daily. The sustainable cooking and recipe videos stir the pot of ideas in my mind and keep my creative energy around food running. I love to learn about different ways to combine flavors and to be earth-friendly while in the kitchen, and Instagram provides me with those resources.  2. The digital divide in classrooms around the world is a very prominent topic. On one end, I have seen how technology has been a HUGE tool for catapulting education. For example, my host brother from Italy learned English, Spa...

 1. The Florida Computer Science Standards for grades 6-8 is the step over the threshold where students begin to create, explore, and analyze certain elements of technology. Students in these grade levels are expected to logistically analyze and utilize technological functions such as search webs and creation platforms. An emphasized topic of study is understanding the steps to problem solve without being told explicitly, or in other words, intrinsic problem-solving. I feel prepared to educate students on this skill set because I enjoy helping people utilize their own intelligent abilities to solve problems.  I also feel prepared because I had sufficient training in these areas when I was in 6-8th grade.  2. After looking over the resources offered by CPALMS, it seems like an amazing resource that teachers can utilize as guides for their lesson plans and assignments. It never really occurred to me to consider where teachers get materials for their lessons. This definitely...

1. As an educator, it is important to consider and respect the laws and guidelines of copyright. Though I am not yet in the field, I can imagine is very tempting to use other teachers' materials, especially in situations where you are pressed for time. I think before the year starts, I would do an assessment of all the materials I need for the semester and what I can use from past teachers and online sources. From there, I would begin to make all the materials I still need after gathering everything I am legally allowed to use. My students however would need to produce their own works if I provided them with examples and all the materials they need to do their assignments.  2. A major issue when technology is implemented in the classroom is cyberbullying. To prevent this from happening, I would make sure to establish a firm relationship with my students rooted in communication and trust with both me and their fellow classmates. I would also ensure that I am approachable and able to...

 1. I find that the difference in technology usage in schools lies greatly in where the school is located. For instance, I grew up in New Jersey where throughout Elementary school we used Google applications for all our work (Google Docs, Google Classroom, Google Email, etc.) When I moved to Florida for middle school, I had a rough transition to Blackboard, Word, and eventually Canvas. While I am now well-versed in all these applications, I can confidently say that I prefer Google over Microsoft. Maybe it is the familiarity since my mind's first perception of educational technology was Google. But now, even today, as I do assignments in college, I find that Google Docs has a more user-friendly outline and way fewer crashes and malfunctions than Word.  2. This was my first encounter with ISTE Standards for Educators, but I feel as though it could be an important part of my and others' PLN. The website offers specific information for students, educators, coaches, and education l...

 1. Hi! My name is Brianna but most people call me Bria. Though this blog is for educational purposes, I hope to have a blog of my own one day. I love all things art, writing, music, food, and culture, especially Italian. After graduating I plan to teach English as a secondary language abroad in Italy. Another career goal of mine is to work as a journalist for a food and health magazine. My favorite musical artists are Tamino and Mitski, and my favorite pastimes are reading at coffee shops and cooking.  2. I am very well-versed with technology in educational settings, as I have gone through different types of schooling that have required different software and applications. I am familiar with all the micro applications of Word, outside websites like Pimsleur, Canvas, and Prezi, and social media such as Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. A major facet of educational technology that I am not as familiar with is Twitter. I have never downloaded this app, but I know that many tea...