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UW-JET: Participant Biographies

Seattle Teachers

(Jordan Teacher Bios)

Tina Anima

McClure Middle School, Seattle School District
6th Grade Language Arts/Social Studies/Drama

Tina talks about how ten teachers have come together to share their common concerns, interests and passion for teaching. Watch video >>

Tina discusses the Inquiry Framework that the teachers explored in a session with Professor Mark Windschitl. Watch video >>

Tina talks about how science and social studies may play together in teaching and learning. Watch video >>
Kevin Gallagher

Bryant Elementary School, Seattle Public Schools
Kindergarten, All subjects

Kevin talks about professional and people development as a teacher. Watch video >>

Kevin discusses creating comfort levels as layers of similarity are explored and understood regarding being a professional teacher. Watch video >>

Kevin talks about crossing bridges to better understand what it means to teach the idea of being a global citizen. Watch video >>
Michelle Luders

Kennydale Elementary, Renton School District
3rd Grade, All Subjects

Michelle talks about having consistency in her teaching style as a means to foster a good relationship with her students. Watch video >>

Michelle shares what she has learned from her session at the Pacific Science Center. Watch video >>

Michelle talks about how spending time with the teachers from Jordan will help in teaching a culturally diverse set of students. Watch video >>

Vivek Srivastava

Kennydale Elementary Renton School District
First Grade, All Subjects

Vivek talks about how he uses technology in his classroom to enhance his teaching. Watch video >>

Vivek talks about not "talking at" his students and how he engages them to foster participation. Watch video >>

Vivek discuses the variety of learning experiences that he has encountered during this program. Watch video >>

Marvice Thornton

Dimmitt Middle School, Renton School District
Middle School, Math

Marvice talks about working with the teachers from Jordan and how it has affected how she views the world and her teaching. Watch video >>

Marvice discusses her experiences regarding spending time and being with the teachers from Jordan. Watch video >>

Marvice shares her hopes and what she looks forward to when she goes to Jordan. Watch video >>

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