1st day introduction

My name is Amanda. I am a junior at Florida State University. I am studying Family and Child Sciences but I ultimately want to be a teacher. My dad works for a banking corporation and my mother is a teacher. I have a younger brother who is about to go into college and he loves technology.

I do not know a lot about technology. My first phone was in high school and I learned through my friends how to use my phone. Now I know a lot more about phones and computers but I am really interested in 3D printing. I have seen it used before but I think that it is a really cool way for kids to put their designs into action.

I would really like to learn more about 3D printing. I would also like to know how to use technology for younger students so that it is beneficial but they are still able to be a child and not have their whole education on a computer. I would also like to know more about the upcoming technology that we can begin to use in classes everyday. I am very excited about this semester and my future as a teacher!!!!

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  1. Elizabeth AmesJanuary 15, 2019 at 8:39 AM

    Hello, Amanda! I would also like to be a teacher, so I'm excited that we have something in common! One point that you made about how to use technology for younger students is very interesting because you're right; there's a fine balance between too much computer time and the right amount. I, too, am curious about that!

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    1. amandarinorangeJanuary 17, 2019 at 8:19 AM

      I am so glad that you agree!! I love that we have much more technology available but technology can be addicting so I think there should be a balance between technology and online games and outdoor play with recess and hanging out with friends. Growing up I did not have that much technology and I was happy playing with my friends, but now I find myself more and more interested in my phone which is a scary thought. I just do not want future generations to pull away from society and just play with their technology

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  2. annamiller333January 17, 2019 at 8:14 AM

    Hi Amanda! I also want to be a teacher, but I would like to be a college professor! I am a literature and psychology major! I am like you in the sense that I do not know much about technology, and my friends had to help me learn a lot about my phone and computer in high school! I do not have a personal interest in using 3D printing, but I am very interested in watching the process and seeing what goes into it!

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    1. amandarinorangeJanuary 17, 2019 at 8:21 AM

      That is awesome! Being a college professor is really hard work and that is amazing that you have it figured out. What would you want to teach? My freshmen year I wanted to be a math professor but when I went to calculus 2, I realized it was not for me. I wish you luck with everything!!

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