It's Not Just About Ideas

Looking back on 5302, I recognize that I engaged in the class well ranging from doing discussion posts to collaborating with my classmates on their assignments. I definitely have room to grow in the future courses that I will take in the ADL program. For the reasons I give in…

Learning Journey Before I started the ADL program and had any ideas about fixed and growth mindsets, I had the mindset of both fixed and growth. In my head I have always wanted to grow and learn as much as I can in my career since I am young. When…

I have not yet been able to join any well established Networks but here is a list of what I currently am a part of. Since I recently joined edWeb, my contributions are minimal because I am still establishing a foundation there. There are a couple of learning communities that…

Back when I was in grade school as a junior in high school, I hated asking questions. It was nearing the end of the school year and I was thinking about colleges and what I needed to apply and submit my documents on time. My school always had college fairs,…

Learning the COVA approach will affect my learning in the ADL program because it will give me choice and ownership of my learning and the ability to move at my own pace. Because of the COVA approach, I am able to connect with my colleagues and share advice and feedback…

My wildly important goal is to start an online platform for college admissions. It would consist of helpful tips, videos from admissions counselors, courses on applying and so much more. I would hand out the website to counselors and teachers throughout the Houston area so they can give students access…

Am I operating out of a fixed or growth mindset? For me personally I feel like I have a growth mindset. I have always found that I am constantly improving myself. When I think about the future, I always envision myself in a higher position once I have gained the…

My take on the “Not yet” is a powerful feeling that even though you are bad at something, there is always room for improvement and there are people out in the world who want to help you get there. Its not about taking on something alone and only succeeding with…

I personally love Thanksgiving. It is my favorite time of year to get together with my family. We always meet at someone’s house and we have family come from out of town to join us. It has been a tradition with my family to have everyone bring a dish. We…

So am I really an innovative educator? I am not entirely sure because I interact with high school students when I go to fairs but I only get to talk to them once and then I move on to another school. I talk about what students can do with their…