Welcome to Mrs. Rogalski’s Classroom
Who am I? Educational Background Pacelli graduate Bachelor of Arts – History Education Master of Arts – History Master of Science - Educational Administration Many additional courses and certifications
Who am I? (cont) Work Background College Adjunct Instructor Middle School Principal High School Vice Principal High School Teacher Extras Coach Destination Imagination Improvisation Teams Coach Portage County Youth Soccer (co-ed ages 14-18)
Recent Coursework Bringing Technology into the Classroom (UWSP) SmartBoard (Viterbo) Active Learning Strategies – Advanced (Viterbo) FETC (Florida Technology Conference) Creative Writing – Poetry (UW-Madison) Google Workshop
My Philosophy of Education Most students find school to be incredibly boring (hence the overwhelming texting during classes) Today’s teens are efficient, multi-tasking individuals that need to be engaged in the learning process The world is indeed flat Jobs of the future require teamwork, globalization, networking, technological and creative problem-solving skills It IS possible to be active, have fun, and learn at the same time
Evidence to Support My Theories Fr. Guido Sarducci’s Five Minute College http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO8x8eoU3L4 Did You Know 3.0 Official http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ILQrUrEWe8 I meet the creator at a tech conference 1/2010. Microsoft Clip “Digital Life” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8emoLmdtUgQ&translated=1 Did You Know 4.0 http://www.youtube.com/watch - !v=wQFTUJK9TkI&feature=related
My Expectations of You Peaceful (leave negative energy at the door) Respectful (no insults, destructive criticism, etc) Attentive (to whomever has the “stand”) Collaborative (teamwork, regardless of the members) Creative (tap into the right side of the brain) Inquisitive (be excited about something) Critical Thinking (seriously consider the possibilities) Problem-Solving (see opportunities, not obstacles)
My Expectations of Me Challenge my students Challenge myself Constantly reinvent my teaching and the learning environment Celebrate success and learn from failure
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