Sean+Ashton

=Sean Ashton= media type="custom" key="7413041"

My name is Sean Ashton. I have lived in Clifton, Cincinnati my entire life. I went to Walnut Hills High School where I played varsity baseball and basketball starting from 10th grade. Coming out of high school my options were very limited so I came to UC, which was basically the neighborhood school for me. My first year I got good grades in my math classes, so I decided to transfer into Electrical Engineering. The work load was very rigorous and I had to devote a lot of time to studying. After just one quarter in Engineering, I realized that I wouldn't be happy if I continued on with it. So I tried to stick with the math and go into Secondary Education/Mathmatics.

In my spare time I still like to play sports. I'm getting ready to start this basketball league at the Western Hills Sports Plaza with my team. Also I play for UC's club baseball team which is currently doing fall ball. And that is pretty much who I am.


 * Artifacts:**
 * Name of Technology Tool:** Grapevine
 * URL Location of Tool:** [|www.grapevinetalk.com]
 * Is there a video or tutorial to learn how to use the tool?** Yes, there is one on youtube
 * Is the tool free?** There is a free version yes
 * Can I pay to upgrade for more options?** Yup
 * Would you, as a teacher, use this tool?** Probably not, math wouldn't have much use for a website like grapevine.
 * Who uses this tool? (Teacher, Student, Family Members, Other).** .People who just want to blog clips of their own voices or a group of people who like to communicate through voicings.
 * What is the educational value of this tool?** This could be most helpful when helping students at home. They can ask a question, save it, then later the teacher can respond.
 * Student's Name:** Sean Ashton
 * 3** Lesson Plans:

Sean Ashton Title of Lesson Plan: TanGrams Grad Level: 9-12 Subject: Geometry Brief Description: I like this lesson Plan becasue it is very simple, organized and straight forward. It has a list of objectives and also has some activity ideas. URL: []

Sean Ashton Title: World Population Study Grade: 9-12 Subject: Probabilty and Statistics Brief Description: The lesson plans helps show the difference between exponential and linear relationships. They have an activity where you imagine something. which could make it a little more interesting. URL: []

Sean Ashton Title: 24 Game Grade: 9-12 Subject Algebra Breif Description: This lesson is actually just an Algebra game that somebody came up with.They go over basic algebra rules by rolling dice. This could be a good game before or after a test. URL: [] Standards: I would guess that all these plans are according to a standard because they were all submitted by real teachers who used them in class.

General Reflection
Coming into this class I had no idea how much technology is being implemented in high school classrooms. I like most people my age, had a very traditional or old school education. So when we took that field trip to Hughes, I was shocked. The amount of technology and innovation going on in that school was amazing. I am kind of skeptical of it but I still thnk it is pretty interesting. I am interested to see how schools like Hughes do from here on out. Also all of the online websites and programs we learned about were cool. It made me think about all the options there are now for teachers to use in their classrooms. This class got me to think about the future of Education and what I need to do to keep pace.

Standards Reflections
Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. **a. **//promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness //
 * 1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity **


 * It is important for students to figure some things out for themselves. If somebody is there giving them answers when they can't figure it out, then they won't learn anything. I realized that as a teacher, you want to teach the student what you know and also make it interesting using technology, but you don't want to just give the answer. You want the student to have to think and come with the answers themselves. Trying to figure it out themselves will result in creative thinking and innovation. And you as a teacher want to support this kind of critical thinking everyday in class. Technology is a great way to get your students ingaged and thinking in the daily lesson plans.**

Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S. Teachers: **b. **//develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become // //active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress //
 * 2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments **

Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. Teachers: **c. **//communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formats //
 * Giving different learning options to your students is a good idea because every child learns differently than the other. Giving them a little freedom on how they can approach an assignment, will allow them to get it done in a way that best suits their learning style. There are many type of technology out there today that can help with this issue. An example would be a website like UC's blackboard which shows students their updated grades all throughout the quarter. This technology shows students exactly where they are in the class and also allows the student to see what they need to improve on.**
 * 3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning **

Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical <span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 11pt;">behavior in their professional practices. Teachers: **<span style="font-family: 'MyriadPro-Bold','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt;">a. **//<span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 14pt;">advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, // //<span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources //
 * It's Important to keep in touch with parents becasue it is up to them to make sure that their kid is doing his homework. A parent can do this more efficently if they know what their kids' assignments are. With todays technology, a parent can know what is due just like their kids do. A simple facebook message or tweet about a project that is due, or a big test coming up, can help a parent remind their kid to study when they are at home. This is important becasue a teacher can not be with the student 24/7. Technology opens up so many doors for parent-teacher communication.**
 * <span style="font-family: 'MyriadPro-Bold','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility **
 * With all the technology out there today, students have more information and resources than ever. This also means that there needs to be some standards on what can be used and how it should be cited. I think teacher can make a list of acceptable technology tools and also make an outline of how you need to cite them.**

<span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional <span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 11pt;">community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. Teachers: **<span style="font-family: 'MyriadPro-Bold','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">d. **//<span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community //
 * <span style="font-family: 'MyriadPro-Bold','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership **
 * <span style="font-family: 'AGaramondPro-Regular','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">As a teacher, you don't want to use technology that isn't really necessary for your class. If you can teach a lesson effectivly the old-fashioned way then you should do it. However when technology is used properly it can create a long lasting impact on the students and also help soldify yourself as a leader in the classroom. **