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=__//** Phase 1: Reflect on Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge **//__=

What is my knowledge of technology? (TK) I am very comfortable with technology. Throughout the past two years, I have successfully integrated the use of technology in my classroom using digital cameras, IPads, IPods, Flip video cameras and internet resources, such as Prezi and Edmodo. I have taken two courses on the use of the Mimio portable whiteboard system and have one remaining class to complete the Mimio Masters program. Through the use of these, as well as the knowledge that I have learned from the students, I am proficient in the use of technology. What is my knowledge of pedagogy? (PK) My pedagogical skills are constantly changing and improving. While I am not a master teachers, I do feel that my students learn and retain the concepts that are taught to them. In the area of education, pedagogy is about constantly learning and changing the way you teach to accommodate students and student learning. I believe that I have a solid foundational base and continue to improve as the years progress. What is my knowledge of the content? (CK) My knowledge of the content is deep. I have taught the subject matter for 9 years and had a business major in college. I have taken numerous mathematical courses and believe that my mathematical knowledge is expansive and well versed. The students see me as a wealth of mathematical knowledge and often ask questions beyond the concepts at hand. Where do I see myself in the TPACK model? I see myself as well in the range of proficient with technology, pedagogy and content. I believe that through the TPACK model, I am able to create and present a lesson that integrates technology.