Monica+Mapes+Profile

My name is Monica Mapes.

Grade Level/Discipline: I am a 6th grade Math and Science Teacher

Few facts about myself:
 * I received my master's degree in Instructional Technology
 * I have been married for about two years.
 * I really enjoy reading a good book.
 * I enjoy playing video games and exploring new technology.
 * I love giraffes (my house and classroom are covered in collectibles)

What I'd like to learn or get out of this course: I'd like to learn more about how to education the students in today's generation. Although I am tech savvy and really enjoy technology, I sometimes forget that technology needs to be taught and students need find learning relevant. I hope that this class will help give me strategies to use with my students.

My favorite game(s): Any and all board games, wii games (especially the lego ones), scrabble (words with friends)