Tech Education for Teachers

                    Teaching can be like living on an island by yourself. You know what works well in your own classroom, but you are typically the only adult in the room. You are left to you own devices and have to rely on your past experiences to teach well. Educators today are instead leaning on their Professional Learning Network, or PLN for short. PLNs are small or large groups of people who are connected in some way, typically through education. These groups are ways for others to share ideas, tips, tricks, articles, what works and what doesn't. Gray, K. (2019) states, “Professional networks are essential to growing and maintaining one’s passion in any line of work. As teachers, we have traditionally found professional learning networks (PLNs) in our buildings, but in the digital age there are no boundaries: PLNs can exist on any social media platform, which creates endless possibilities for sharing, mentorship, and ...

     According to the National Science Board, women make up half the workspace, but only 29% of the workers in the science and technology fields. In order to help combat this growing trend, I initiated a “Girl Powered STEM" program within our diocese called Girl Innovators . The Why      With the growing emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, its goal is to offer opportunities for young women to explore, develop, and thrive in these areas. Despite the numerous advancements made in education, we still see a gender gap in STEM-related fields. Research has shown that girls are just as capable as boys in STEM subjects, but they often lack the encouragement and support needed to pursue these careers. Our Girl Innovators program provides a supportive and empowering environment where female students feel inspired to explore their interests in STEM, receive mentorship, and gain confidence in their abilities. Video courtesy of ...