Kathleen L. Post Submitted: 3/18/09 Advisor: Dr. Beth Rajan Sockman

Resume BA Mathematics & Secondary Education, Houghton College 1996 NYS 7-12 Math Certification, 1996 Computer Teacher, FCS, private school, Communications & Technology Specialist & Volunteer, PSBYFC, non- profit organization, Tutor & Teacher, PCHEC, homeschool coop, 2003-current Masters Degree Student with Instructional Technology K-12 PA Certificate (graduation August 2009) Graduate Assistant, ESU Media & Communication Department, current Long-Term Substitute Teacher (High School Math), FCS, November 2008-current PA Certification, Instructional Technology K-12, 7-12 Mathematics Summer 2009

Skills Self-Taught Computer Proficient & Advanced, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Sea Monkey Composer Secondary Mathematics, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus Instructional Technology & Web 2.0, Podcasts, Vodcasts, Mathcasts, Interactive PowerPoint, WebQuests, Wikis, Moodle, Wordle, Blogs, PhotoStory (using Audacity, PowerPoint, Blabberize) WebPage Design, Updates, Maintenance using MS Word, Adobe Dreamweaver, Sea Monkey Composer, FileZilla Desktop Publishing, newsletters, flyers, brochures using MS Word, Quark Express, Adobe InDesign

Philosophy Statement of Instructional Technology

Artifacts Outcome: Employs the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline of instructional technology and creates an environment conducive to effective integration of technology into the school curriculum. Standards: I.A. Identification, selection, installation and maintenance of technology infrastructure, and hardware and software applications for school administration and instruction. I.B. Integrating technology into curricular planning and instructional design. Web Quest: URL: WebQuest\Home.html Lesson Plan: WebQuest\Phis the Limit WebQuest Lesson Plan.doc Podcast/Vodcast: Student Product (based on WebQuest): KathyPost-podcast\Phi Podcast.wmv Collaborative Project Idea: Project based on WebQuest: Topic 9 - Collaborative Project.pdf Desktop Publishing: Newsletter: Microsoft Word - April 2008 Newsletter.pdf Brochure: Ghana Brochure-side 1.pdf; Ghana Brochure-side 2.pdfGhana Brochure-side 1.pdf Ghana Brochure-side 2.pdf Calendar Page: calendar page.docxcalendar page.docx

Artifacts Outcome: Employs the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline of instructional technology and creates an environment conducive to effective integration of technology into the school curriculum. Example: I.D. Research, problem solving and product development of technological applications. II.C. Selecting, implementing and adapting technology to teaching methodologies, curriculum resources and administrative functions in collaboration with other educators and integrating a variety of software, applications, and learning tools Excel: Periodic Functions: SinCosTan.xls Probability Experiment: Probability Experiment.xls Linear Functions: linear equations.xls Class Wikis: Math Classes at PCHEC Math Classes at FCS Digital Photography: Photography Portfolio in PowerPoint Photography Portfolio - MCOM532\MCOM 532-Portfolio.pptx

Artifacts Outcome: Articulates, applies, and adapts theoretical constructs of effective learning, technology integration, and assessment. Standards: II.A. Managing instructional technology services II.B. Planning, preparation and delivery of technology related in-service programs and instruction in collaboration with other professionals at a variety of instructional levels II.E. Developing leadership techniques for working with all levels of the educational community and to manage and administer instructional technology programs at the building and district levels III.A. Professional organizations, publications and resources Professional Development: PETE & C Presentation: Accessibility that is Readily Accessible Accessibility Handout[2].pdf Penn State One-to-One Conference: Making Math Meaningful to be completed after April 2009 Research: Learning Theories & Instructional Technology & Connections to Math Education Research1-LearningTheories_Final.pdf Video Production: Photography Through the Years…Film to Digital To be completed after Video Course

Artifacts Outcome: Implements a cycle of quantitative and qualitative research that leads to improved technology integration and teacher adoption. Standards: I.D. Research, problem solving and product development of technological applications. Research: History of Instructional Technology & Connections to Math Education KathyMCOM580 - History.pdf Learning Theories & Instructional Technology & Connections to Math Education Research1-LearningTheories_Final.pdf Research Study: To be completed Summer 2009

Artifacts Outcome: Models critical and creative thinking skills in all areas of his or her professional life. Standards: I.C. Management and administration of technology programs at the building, district and regional levels. II.D. Selecting, developing and administering assessments that utilize technological applications and involve multiple indicators of student progress and using technology to maintain records on student achievement Web Quest: URL: WebQuest\Home.htmlWebQuest\Home.html Lesson Plan: WebQuest\Phis the Limit WebQuest Lesson Plan.doc Technology Plan: To be completed after MCOM 526 PhotoStory: Created for Photography Class: Photography Portfolio - MCOM532\Why Do Leaves Change Color.ppt

Artifacts Outcome: Synthesize best practice research and apply these findings to the development of effective communication techniques to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and guided interaction in a positive Instructional Technology learning environment. Standards: I.B. Integrating technology into curricular planning and instructional design. II.C. Selecting, implementing and adapting technology to teaching methodologies, curriculum resources and administrative functions in collaboration with other educators and integrating a variety of software, applications, and learning tools Research: History of Instructional Technology & Connections to Math Education KathyMCOM580 - History.pdf Learning Theories & Instructional Technology & Connections to Math Education Research1-LearningTheories_Final.pdf

Artifacts Outcome: Performs as a reflective and ethical practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his or her choices and actions on others. Standards: III.A. Professional organizations, publications and resources III.B. Integrity and ethical behavior, professional conduct as stated in Pennsylvanias Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators; and local, state, and federal laws and regulations III.C. Collaborating with school colleagues to enhance student, teacher and administrative capabilities and improve student learning Personal Philosophy Statement: From Professional Portfolio Personal Statement.docx Professional Electronic Portfolio Portfolio_KP.docx Professional Electronic Portfolio.pptx Internship Electronic Portfolio: To be completed after Internship this summer Certifications: to be completed Spring-Summer Mathematics K-12 Specialist - Instructional Technology Clearances: Act 34 Criminal History Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance Federal Criminal History (CHRI)

Artifacts Outcome: Articulate a vision for Instructional Technology that incorporates policy areas of: Access, Interoperability, Security, Jurisdiction of Operation and Supervision, and Maintenance and Service. Standards: I.C. Management and administration of technology programs at the building, district and regional levels. II.A. Managing instructional technology services III.D. Communicating effectively with parents/guardians, other agencies and the community at large to support learning by all students II.B. Planning, preparation and delivery of technology related in-service programs and instruction in collaboration with other professionals at a variety of instructional levels Professional Development: PETE & C Presentation: Accessibility that is Readily Accessible Accessibility Handout[2].pdf Penn State One-to-One Conference: Making Math Meaningful to be completed after April 2009 Grantwriting: Best Buy Grant for TI-nSpire Graphing Calculators Best Buy FCS Grant 2009.docx Visual on WikiWiki ESSA Grant for PSBYFC After School Program: ESSA Grant Request.doc

Artifacts Outcome: Articulate a vision for Instructional Technology that incorporates policy areas of: Access, Interoperability, Security, Jurisdiction of Operation and Supervision, and Maintenance and Service. Standards: II.A. Managing instructional technology services II.B. Planning, preparation and delivery of technology related in-service programs and instruction in collaboration with other professionals at a variety of instructional levels Technology Plan: In Process - To be completed after MCOM526 Acceptable Use Policy: PCHEC AUP Example: Topic 5 Acceptable Use Policy.pdf

Plan for Future Professional Growth & Development Seeking employment as an Instructional Technology Specialist to create professional development where I could inspire teachers to use technology in their classrooms Another interest is Instructional Design, especially in secondary math education that integrates technology in meaningful ways as well quality distance learning that cover content and engages students and support student learning through a social community Ultimate goal to serve a school or organization that does not have access to abundant computer hardware and software – alternative schools, private schools and/or non-profit organizations Working with disadvantaged, at-risk teenagers to offer different ways to motivate, encourage and excite students in the learning of all content areas