This Week: 10 hrs
Total: 10 hrs
I began observing at my primary site this week. Alpharetta High School has a wonderful Media Center and a wonderful Media Specialist. Pam has her EdS Degree in Media Specialist/Instructional Technology. I am an elementary school teacher and high school is a new experience for me. Pam and I discussed my practicum and the requirements. We discussed her role as a technology specialist for the students and the staff. She introduced me to the highlights of the Media Center and we made a list of all the technology resources the Media Center provides. The Media Specialist would like to highlight the technology resources at the library to increase patrons. I am going to update her website with a list of the technology resources and descriptions. This was a great way to begin my practicum experience because I learn about the different technology devices the school has access to. Examples of the technology resources the teacher can utilize are a 3D Printer and a 360 Degree Digital Camera.
Alpharetta High School has 1:1 technology. Each of the students have a Microsoft Surface. Part of Pam's job is to help the students with surface problems. She also trains the students how to use the Microsoft Surface. I observed Pam as she worked with the students to troubleshoot issues and help the students solve problems.
The Media Center was remodeled last year. The new additions include focus rooms for student groups, more seating and work stations, technology devices, and charging stations for the student's devices. I have included pictures of the Media Center. Pam asked me to update her website. She wants to increase traffic on the website for the students and staff. I added the teacher resources under the teacher tab. I also added the remodeled pictures to the home page. I added the student information on the home page as well. I enjoyed helping her with the website.
I began getting organized for this class. I feel overwhelmed and I want to make sure I understand all the requirements. I have secured my sites for the elementary school and the middle school. I have created my portfolio. I looked at all the rubric assignments and I am preparing for the practicum assignments. I am excited to spend time at all my school sites.