Science

Autobiography
Kaylie Chong
ITE 323 (Fulton)
Fall 2015

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Why did I choose Legos?

Represents being creative and
challenging myself to think outside the
box
Reminds me that how I teach science
can be changed (added, subtracted,
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What do Legos say about me as a
science educator?

Legos are plastic, colored

pieces created for children
that are used to build. They
come in all shapes and sizes
and are made to connect to
each other.

I plan to continually work on building science

lessons/activities by combining the content
standards, effective strategies, and useful
tips (Legos) that Ive acquired to create
meaningful learning experiences for my
students. I want to mix match science
curricula with appropriate techniques to

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Why did I choose a smartphone?

Represents communication and
collaboration
Able to be up-to-date with information
Makes it easier to gather information
and discover new things
Technology plays a significant role in
science
What does a smartphone say about me
as a scientist and a science educator?

A smartphone is a type of cellular

phone used to communicate and
exchange and retrieve information. A
smartphone is capable of many
things including, but not limited to,
text messaging, emailing, calling,
photo-taking, and surfing the web.

Communication is important to me as a
scientist and a science educator, whether
thats communicating and collaborating with
peers to complete a science activity or
incorporating effective communication
strategies into my lessons. Tools, like a
smartphone, give me quick access to various
resources and information that contribute to
the science experiences I engage in and I

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Why did I choose makeup?

I am constantly practicing and perfecting
my technique and application
Shows trial-and-error
Pushes me to try new things

What does makeup say about science in

my life?

Makeup consists of cosmetic

products used to conceal,
enhance, or create a
particular appearance
(body). Techniques and tools
are used to effectively use
makeup.

Makeup is something I constantly research

and learn about. In makeup, there is a lot of
trial-and-error, inquiry, and experiments
done to find out what works for my needs
and wants. Makeup is something important
and relevant to my life. I want to encourage
my students to make science relevant to

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Reflection & Analysis

How have I grown as a science

educator?

Learned more useful tips, strategies, and

templates for effective science
instruction (e.g. 5E Model)

More aware of how to create meaningful

and engaging science lessons for
students by allowing them to explore
prior to instruction

More open to trying new things, trialand-error, and experimenting

What are my strengths as a science

educator?
Adapting curriculum to my students
needs (Tier I)
Desire to make it relevant and fun

Goals

1. Make science curriculum engaging and

interesting

Steps
Research (ask MTs and TCs), online
resources, etc.) different
activities/lessons
Survey students to gather data about
challenges, interests, and preferences
Follow effective models/techniques
(e.g 5E Model)
Review NGSS website/resources
Discuss NGSS & School Requirements
with Mentor Teacher
Reference/use NGSS in future science
lessons

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