526 Growth Assessment j Tinoco Final

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Running head: GROWTH ASSESSMENT 1

Growth Assessment

Jimmy Tinoco

Azusa Pacific University

EDTC 526

July 17, 2012

Dr. Kathleen Bacer


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EDTC 571 Curriculum Foundation

Summer II, Term 1 Professor Valorie Suffern

Key Learnings

. Valuable research of ed. theorists to confirm my own teaching philo

2. Being aware of the multiple intelligences that students have, and can differentiate instruction in the

EDTC 517 Telecommunications

Fall I, Term 2 Professor Joe Bruzzese

Key Learnings1. Have demonstrated the ability to develop a web site and use it for

professional collaboration.2. Developed an understanding of how to infuse telecommunication into

the academic and personal lives of my

EDTC 524 Instructional Design and Development

Fall II, Term 3 Professor Laura Silva

Key Learnings1. Learned to create and employ a lesson using the Backwards Desi

with technology based learning experiences.2. Use of online tools to collaborate and create a presentation.

EDTC 573 Philosophy/Ethics and History of Education

Spring I, Term 4 Professor Valorie Suffern

Key Learnings1. Learned about the development of education, specifically in the

United States.2. Learned about the education pioneers and their influence on the

educational system that we know today.

EDTC 523 Educ. App. of Info. Design & Hypermedia

Spring I, Term 4 Professor Laura Silva

Key Learnings1. I learned to utilize online tools to use for instruction and communication.2. Learned about hypermedia in education and how to use it to an effective

potential.

EDTC 515 Emerging Trends in Technology

Spring II, Term 5 Dr. James Brown

Key Learnings

1. Learned to gain an understanding of various technologies and trends anddiscover how they are impacting education today.2. Learned to further investigate online (distance) and hybrid learnings

impact on education

Maters in Educational Technology

Histor of Coursework for Jimm Tinoco

EDTC 520 Foundations in Educational Technology

Spring II, Term 5 Professor Elisabeth Silver

Key Learnings

1. Learned to analyze, evaluate, and become familiar with my distritechnology plan by articulating the vision, goals, and objectives2. Learned to create a criterion based check list to review softwa

My

educational

climb!

EDTC 518 Global Learning/Cross-Cult. Learning

Fall II, Term 3 Dr. Kathleen Bacer

Key Learnings1. Learned to promote cross-cultural literacy using technology and the

World Wide Web.2. Learned how to collaborate across different regions through different

curriculum based telecomputing activity structures.

EDTC 511 Foundations in Educational Technology

Summer II, Term 1 Dr. Kathleen Bacer

Key Learnings

1. Learning more efficient ways to communicate using technology

2. Learned skills that will help me analyze and use technology resources

EDTC 527 Special Topics in Educational Technology

Fall I, Term 2 Professor Barry Bettger

Key Learnings

. Implemented Web 2.0 resources in the design and delivery of classroom.. Learned to use research and collaboration tools such as, RSS feeds, wikis,

and Skype.

EDTC 572 Advanced Educational Psychology

Summer 1, Term 6 Dr. James Brown

Key Learnings1. Learned about student motivation and created a motivational lesson.

2. Learned about the science behind the plasticity of the brain andhow the brain can continue to develop.

EDTC 526 Practicum in Educ. App of Technology

Summer I, Term 6 Dr. Kathleen Bacer

Key Learnings1. Reflected on my personal, professional, and technical growth

throughout this masters program.2. Developed a comprehensive multimedia ePortfolio that showcases

skills and concepts.


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Personal Growth

My experience at Azusa Pacific University has affected my life and personal

growth in many ways. It has given me the opportunity to grow emotionally and spiritually as a

compassionate person, and as a reflective educator. Going through this Educational Technology

Masters Program I was able to grow and change spiritually, cognitively, and affectively.

The biggest change that I have gone through has been a spiritual one. After

reading many scriptures and analyzing many of the different verses found in the Bible, I have

gained a new found respect for the Christian worldview. I have also gained spiritual knowledge

from the insightful discussions that I have had with my fellow cadre members. It has been a

blessing having these life altering discussions in all of our different discussion forums. Having

this worldview has made me more aware and empathetic towards all people. I have also learned

how important it is to model these learnings and not just talk about them. One of the first

verses that I saw when I opened my Faith in Action Bible was taken from I John - I John 3: 18 Let

us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. (Zondervan Publishing, 2004, p. 2060).

This program has also changed me cognitively and affectively. Being part of this

program I have had to learn how to integrate the skills Ive learned into my personal life. I have

become more aware of the things that I do, and how they affect everything around me. I have

learned to balance the things in my life a little better so that I can have a happier and more

fulfilling personal and professional life. I feel that learning to balance these things has made me a

stronger and more flexible person. Through all of my hard work in this program I have

developed a stronger work ethic, passion, and confidence that have inspired me to be a better

person and a contributing citizen on many different levels.

My personal growth during this program has allowed me to change into a compassionate

and responsible family member, educator, colleague, and friend that is ready to take on many


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challenges and try many new things that will aid in helping others. I will continue my personal

journey so that I can continue to grow on many levels and hopefully have a positive impact on

this world and the people around me. This passage from Oswald Chambers devotional relates

nicely with what I have been saying, We have the idea that God is leading us toward a

particular end or desired goal is of little importance, and reaching it becomes merely an episode

along the way. What we see as only the process of reaching a particular end, God sees as the goal

itself. (Chambers, 1992, para. 1).

Professional Growth

The Online Master of Arts in Educational Technology Program has had a rapid effect on

my professional career. This program has helped me grow professionally as an educator and has

had a significant effect on my growth as a technology leader at my site, which in return has

helped me accomplish many great things in a short period of time.

One thing from this program that has helped me to continue to grow was relearning, and

learning, more about our educational pioneers and their theories that have paved the way for

current educators. Researching and learning about the past to see how it can help us in the

future is a way to move forward and build on our knowledge. Studying the different

philosophies has really helped me be more aware of the diversity of my students and how I can

adjust my teaching methods to meet their needs. Here is an excerpt taken from our textbook,

Educational research and learning theories are important because they help edcuators to understand how

students learn. (Shelly, Gunter & Gunter, 2009, page 390).

This program has also been significant to my growth as a technology leader at my school

site. In this program we created a professional learning network and collaborated on a regular

basis. Working closely with others has helped me gain awareness of concerns in the educational

field and of what is needed in our educational environment. Through different levels of


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collaboration I have become an asset to my site as someone they can come to with regards to

integrating technology into a variety of learning environments. Because of this program there

are quite a few accomplishments that I feel proud of. One of those accomplishments is that I

have been asked to be on our school and district technology committees. With these new

leadership roles I hope to make a positive difference at my site, and hopefully district level.

In conclusion, this program has helped me grow professionally in many ways. I have

become more knowledgeable on many different levels and I have been given leadership roles that

I wouldnt have normally been offered. I have learned a great deal and I plan on continuing to

learn as I continue on my educational journey.

Technical Growth

When I began this masters program, I knew I would become a little more

technologically savvy; however I never thought I would be able to do so many different things,

on so many levels. In this program my technological expertise has grown in many key areas. I

have learned to use and implement many Web 2.0 tools that are currently in use. I have also

learned to use it to collaborate with my colleagues, and communicate with the parents of my

students.

There are many fantastic Web 2.0 tools that I have learned about in this program, but a

couple of my favorites have been website design/creation, and video production. Through some

of the projects in my courses, like my Global Learning Project, I have had to create a few

different web sites. Creating these web sites I have found the value that a web site can have for a

community of learners. Also, creating videos (such as tutorials) go great as added features to

enhance a web site. Web sites can be informative and they can be a great place for people to

collaborate using tools like comment boxes, discussion threads, and blogs.


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Another way I have grown technically is through collaboration. This year I have been

able to put to use many of the things that I have learned in this program (Google Docs and

different software programs). This has had great significance to me because it has put my grade-

level team at a whole new level when we present our Specific, Measureable, Attainable,

Relevant, and Time based (SMART) Goal data at staff meetings. Using a combination of

programs such as; PowerPoint, Excel, Camtasia, and YouTube we are able to create very

engaging presentations that set us apart from the norm and make it engaging and meaningful to

everyone that is watching. Introducing my team to these collaborative tools has made our team

more productive and efficient. Here is an excerpt from an online article, Research shows that

collaboration between teachers can be a powerful tool for professional development and a driver for school

improvement (School Reform, 2008, page 1)

In conclusion, this program has introduced me to many technological tools that I have

been able to instantly put to use in the classroom and in many other areas. It has created an

engaging classroom for me and it has inspired many teachers at my site.


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Life Long Learning Plan

Ever since I have started my journey in higher education I have said that I will always be

a life-long learner. I will continue to always learn as much as I can and grow as much as I can in

my personal and professional life. I do not believe that someone can acquire too much

knowledge, or come to a point in their lives where they know everything. There is always

something new to learn and always ways to improve certain habits. Learning is a process and a

journey that never ends.

As far as what I still want to learn? I just want to continue to experience new things.

One of the most valuable ways of learning about something is by experiencing it and gaining

firsthand knowledge. Getting out there and living life! Going out and seeing things for yourself

and analyzing on your own, thinking critically on your own. No one should solely depend on

someone elses word about certain topics.

I would really like to continue my higher education, but unfortunately it is very

expensive to continue to do so. For the meantime, I am happy with where I am at professionally,

and what I have achieved. I cant help but feel there is more for me in the future, but for now I

am going to enjoy and make the best of what I have. Through the things that I have learned in

this program I have become very motivated and look forward to continue to inspire and educate

the young minds that I work with and teach.

My plans for staying abreast of new developments in the field are to continue to

collaborate with my professional learning network. Current technology has made it easier to

collaborate with professionals from all over the world. I plan on continuing to read my RSS

feeds and participating in the professional social networks for educators. I would also like to

continue with participating in global learning projects. It has been such a great way to teach my


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students about other cultures and it has made learning more exciting and rewarding for

everyone involved. I will also try to stay on top of the Web 2.0 tools that come out. I have really

enjoyed working with these technological tools that allow me to integrate technology into the

classroom and make the teaching and learning experience more exciting and engaging.

Conclusion

My experience in this Educational Technology Masters Program has really been life

altering. In a short period of time I have grown personally, professionally, and technologically. I

have learned a great deal and have been motivated to continue my educational life journey.

Through this program I have grown spiritually and will continue to read the Bible, and who

knows, even attend church a little more often than I have. This program has also allowed me to

grow professionally and has already provided me with additional leadership roles that I look

forward to taking part in. Technologically I have learned about many great Web 2.0 tools that I

have quickly integrated into the classroom and have used to collaborate with my colleagues.

Because technology changes at such a rapid pace, I will try to stay up to date on all of the great

tech. tools that will be coming out in the future. I will use what Ive learned through this

program to evaluate what is worth learning about and using in the classroom. I am very

appreciative and thankful for what I have learned, and gained from this program, and am

grateful that my students will receive a well-balanced and engaging education.


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References

Chambers, Oswald. (1992). Gods Purpose or Mine?My Utmost for His Highest(July 28). Grand

Rapids, MI: DiscoveryHouse Publishers

School Reform and the Center for Comprehensive Improvement.Education.com. (2008).Retrieved from http://www.education.com/reference/article/Ref_Maximizing_Impact/

Shelly, G. B., Gunter, G. A., & Gunter, R. E. (2009). Teachers Discovering Computers,

Integrating Technology and Digital Media in the Classroom. (6th Ed.). Boston, MA:Course Technology Ptr.

Zondervan Publishing. (2004).NIV Faith in Action Study Bible: Living God's Word in a

Changing World. Zondervan.

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