Welcome to my blog!
My name is Chandre, but you can just call me Dre. I’m a Cree woman from Cowessess First Nation. Currently, I live in Regina with my family. I am a 4th-year student in the Indigenous Education program at the First Nations University of Canada. Once I graduate, I will be teaching at the elementary level. So far, I’ve taught grades one through five. One thing I’ve noticed throughout my field placements is how prevalent technology and media are in the modern classroom. These days, most classrooms have a smart board. When I was in elementary school, teachers were still using overhead projectors and big box TVs with the VHS built in. I don’t have much experience with current educational technology, so, I am excited to take this course in hopes of learning more about how to utilize technology in my future classroom!
Blogging is also something entirely new to me! At first, I was a little reluctant about creating a blog; it seemed like a daunting task. Now, I am excited to document my learning journey throughout this course in a creative way. In relation, it got me thinking about how I can use blogging as a learning tool for my students. So, I have been reading articles that emphasize the benefits of blogging in the classroom. Overall, it seems that blogs can be a fun and interactive way for students to learn and display their creativity. So, I am excited to learn more tips and tricks throughout the semester!
