Bethany Ruff

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[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

This was a class that really pushed me outside my comfort zone. This class has helped me practice the online education format, get used to twitter, and develop an educators mindset. I really liked our unit on STEAM and makerspaces. #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@ShaunSa65763889 @aymanalzaid This is so cool!

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

This last week we learned about STEM and STEAM. We were creative and did activities that were fun and helped us learn how to think outside the box. We also learned how to help our future students be creative and make things as well.
#EDLT368SS20 #M5 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@ajecholsnmsu @aymanalzaid That is a really creative project. I wouldn't have thought of that but you are right, it uses a lot of critical thinking skills. Awesome!

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

#EDLT368SS20 #M5 #makerspaces @aymanalzaid
I also found that dropping the blinds over the paper but still partially open helps with the effect.

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

#GlobalEdchat Allows for the viewing and sharing of information globally and is a great tag to follow. It has a variety of unique and educational tweets attached to it. #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@HeatherTDay Has great regular tweets on fun facts and education. She is PHD professor and educator who is passionate about her work. #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

https://t.co/us6KNshTfs
Is a great article on Twitter in education which explains how to be safe and smart online while using it as a resources for learning. It also is an attractive tool to students who are younger and enjoy social media. #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

This week we worked as a team which helped give me new ideas about education. My team was very cooperative and eager to work together which made learning easier. It was interesting to see the unique approaches of my team mates. #EDLT368SS20 #M4 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

Growing up, I was taught about 1 type of scientist. In science, the people are much more #diverse than the examples we teach. I want to make it a goal to teach about the people who impacted my field but aren't well known because they don't fit the mold. #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

High school students are learning how to be adults. They are not children as some would treat them. They need to be treated as equals in order to earn their respect and attention. If you have both, you can teach them. #highschoolteacher #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

Everyone learns differently. Some students are great visual learners, others are more auditory, some need to physically do things for themselves to learn. Everyone has #uniquelearningstyles that need to be paid attention to for students to succeed. #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

I want my future students to enjoy learning and not dread coming into class. Science can be hard for some students and it's important to try and teach it in unique and interesting ways so students can learn better. #science #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

Students need to feel safe in the classrooms they learn in. They need the same opportunities and ability to grow and learn no matter who they are or where they are from. As teachers, it is our responsibility to work towards that goal. #socialjustice #EDLT368SS20 @aymanalzaid

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@Marlene34192175 @aymanalzaid It is interesting and unusual to create groups and work on projects with people you have never met. I'm not the biggest fan of group projects but I think the one's in this class will turn out well.

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@aymanalzaid #EDLT368SS20 #M3 This week we learned how to best combine our knowledge, teaching practices, and technology in order to best educate our students. We also built our teams and created a team contract for future team activities.

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@SarahiA13527520 @aymanalzaid I think social media is an excellent tool for learning even though many of the previous generations dislike it. It is not only a way for professionals to stay connected but for students to connect and learn in their own way.

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@aymanalzaid I learned about my fellow classmates and their dedication to their future students. I was able to connect with others and use social media as a tool for learning in the classroom and personally. We worked together to begin to build a class handbook. #M2 #EDLT368SS20

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

@FelishaVallejos @aymanalzaid Google Classroom is a great tool I didn't even know existed until this week and I plan on trying to incorporate it into future classes that I facilitate.

[Bethany Ruff @bethany_ruff]

#EDLT368SS20
For one of my current classes, we have been going over the many uses of social media, tech, and how to engage students using modern approaches. There are many ways to reach students and I've learned that using methods they already enjoy is a good way to start.