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 * Description**

I really enjoyed the opportunity to think about how I will begin putting together my portfolio to meet the requirements of U of A. I have a variety of experiences to choose from. Although I have been immersing myself in technology experiences for years, I am fortunate to have completed an Instructional Technology certificate program at Temple University. It was very helpful because it made me think forward about how I could help others integrate technology into their classrooms. Here are some of the experiences I plan to use and document.


 * Impact**

Beginning in 2012, I started free monthly after school workshops for called Toolbox Time for teachers to learn how to use technology in their classroom. In the past, I have made presentations on Screencasting, Edmodo, LiveBinders, and Quizlet. In two weeks, I am going to have another after school workshop on Prezi. At first, only 2 – 3 people would attend. This number has flourished to averaging over 10 a session. I plan on using these after school workshops for experiences.

In 2010, I began writing a blog called Learn – Lead – Grow with the main purpose of sharing free technology sites with teachers. At first, no one really read it. Then something strange started happening, the more I shared ideas on how to use various technologies (instead of showing what technologies exist), the more the blog started gaining attention. I am really blessed with some of the experiences that have emerged from this blog.

Last summer, a company contacted me to work with them at ISTE in San Antonio, TX. Most recently, I started venturing into helping others through an initiative called “Click for a Cause.” Every time someone visits my blog in the month of November, I will donate money to a child who is currently facing some serious issues with childhood cancer. If you would like to check out my blog, please visit: [|http://bergman-udl.blogspot.com]


 * Intent**

Obviously, there are many more ways that we can all document our experiences. I can’t wait to learn more about how I can help kids! In the words of one of my most favorite mentors, I leave you with this advice, “put kids first.”