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Welcome Alge-Buddies!

Welcome to Kiara's Alge-blog! My name is Kiara Goodland, and I am in my 5th year of Concurrent Education with teachables in math and geography. 

Using fun, math-themed wordplay, I decided on the name "Kiara's Alge-blog" to entice and connect with readers. Throughout this school year, I will be creating blog posts to reflect on my learning in EDBE 8F83, I/S Teaching Mathematics Part 1. As the reader, expect to gain insight into my takeaways, understandings, and any additional thoughts regarding weekly course content. 

Throughout the course, I hope to dive further into the curriculum and gain a further understanding of my role as an educator within an intermediate/senior classroom. I aim to learn new skills and teaching strategies to effectively teach mathematical concepts in a way that meets curriculum requirements, engages students, and encourages personal development. By the end of the course, I want to feel well prepared when it comes to designing engaging lessons, supporting diverse learners, and fostering an inclusive and positive learning environment. 

Be an Alge-Buddy and take part in the learning journey! See you next time!

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