Alexa Jerkins

she/her
University of Northern Iowa
Elementary Education - Social & Emotional Learning

[Elly Carlson @MsCarlsonn]

I have grew an immense amount over this semester in educational technology and design! Most of my thanks goes to my wonderful professor, Magda Galloway! She cares about her students and for that I am grateful. I hope to impact students as she impacted my life! #unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

@laurendickey18 @Collin_Yu_Who #team6forever 🤟🏻

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

Last day of class! @laurendickey18 and @Collin_Yu_Who have been incredible humans to work with!! Thank you! #unietd #smilingthroughthetears

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

Today, I learned about the importance of being a change agent in your school. It's never too early or late to become a change agent, there's always room to improve! #unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

This is Toby and he loves to beatbox🤟🏻
Made with @scratch! #unietd @COE_UNI

[UNI Ed Tech & Design @UNIETD]

This is awesome. Keep them coming! Don't be afraid to fail, be afraid not to try #unietd #weareteachers #educateiowa

[Lauren Dickey @laurendickey18]

Learned all about Hour of Code and fun ways to introduce coding to my future students with @alexa_jerkins ! #unietd #hourofcode @COE_UNI

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

@laurendickey18 and I had so much fun coding today!! #unietd #hourofcode @COE_UNI

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

Today, I learned about computational thinking! This is important for children to improve their problem solving. This is a great resource for introducing computational thinking to your students. #unietd https://t.co/4rVZRrpHxY

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

Are you a digital citizen?
I am inclusive - do you engage with others online safely and respectfully?
I am informed - do you evaluate the credibility or bias of information found online?
I am alert - do you create a safe place for yourself and others?
#unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

Hey everyone! I am having so much fun looking at some of your teacher websites. They all look great! #unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

It is important to follow the taxonomy of global collaboration so students learn to collaborate with their peers before collaborating with students outside of their school. #unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

It is important to do know whether something is accurate of not. Here's how to spot fake news:
1. look for unusual URL's
2. dissect the layout
3. dig deeper
4. cross-check information
5. try reverse-image search
#unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

Thinking maps can be used for brainstorming, and as an assessment! They help students build off previous knowledge and visualize their thoughts. #unietd

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

These are some great resources with photos that are free to use! Just make sure you give credit! #unietd
https://t.co/C50u9tOzIq
https://t.co/8t0XB4NqRs
https://t.co/4MXCGL5JMH
https://t.co/qrJ7p2eJIE

[Kyle Niemis @KyleNiemis]

Welcome to Ed-Tech Madness 2023! Round 1 begins now! In each round, the winners will be 100% chosen by all of you. The voting polls can be found in the comment section. Vote for the tool you find the most valuable to you. May the best tool win!!!🏆🏆🏆

#edtech #edtechmadness

[Alexa Jerkins @alexa_jerkins]

The backwards design model is an excellent method for lesson planning. It is important to identify what skills you want your students to learn before planning, so your lesson is focused and effective. #unietd

[Iowa Department of Education @IADeptofEd]

Computer science is a part of most careers today. Share this video with students to show how real Iowa professionals use computer science in their jobs. https://t.co/X7I7GoLiNx #CS4IA @IowaSTEM

[Lauren Dickey @laurendickey18]

Providing students with technology in the classroom gives them the opportunity to connect with people like authors, and students and teachers from around the world. #unietd