Theoretical Foundations

The grade I would like to teach is kindergarten, so my blog is going to be about my kindergarten teacher. I believe my teacher was a behaviorism teacher. She would always encourage the class and tell us to never give up and to always be positive no matter what the situation was. She would also always make sure she was setting a good behavior example to all the children. The classroom she taught in was very colorful and had signs that had behavior expectations on them. Since we were new to school it was often very stressful, with leaving your parents for the first time and all of the new children being with you everyday. I think I would use this theory in my classroom because it is always reminding the children to stay positive and never give up. Telling that to kindergarten children encourages them to do their best work. My classroom would have color in it and I would demonstrate good behavior through all the students.

Alexandra Felkonis

All About Me

Major: Early Childhood Education

1. I want my friends to describe me as: A fun person to be around. Someone they can come to to talk about anything!                                 
2. Memorable learning experience: All the activities my teachers would do with the class!
3. My favorite subject at school and why: Math because I was always the best in my class!
4. Accomplishment I most cherish: Winning a platinum at my dance competition. 
5. My work habits can best be described as: Focused, hard working
6. Three words that describe me best: Friendly, Shy, and Nice
7. People may be surprised to know: I am a licensed Cosmetologist!
8. What I hope to be doing in ten years: A Kindergarten teacher.
9. What I do in my spare time: Watch Gossip Girl or hang out with friends!
10. Things I can do without: TV
11. My all-time favorite movie: Fever Pitch
12. BG’s best kept secret: Ladies of 2nd floor Conklin, Conklin North
13. Three things always found in my refrigerator: Water, apple sauce, and gatorade
14. Person I would like to meet: Kate Hudson

15. What are your general expectations about this class? To learn how to utilize technology more in the classroom.
16. How comfortable are you using Windows? How comfortable are you using Macs? Very comfortable using Windows. I am okay at using Macs but could use some more tips and advice.
17. Which application(s) do you use the most? Internet and Microsoft Word
18. Which application(s) do you want to learn how to use? Any that I am unfamiliar with.
19. Is there anything I need to know about you? I love working with little kids!
20. What is your attitude about using technology? I don't mind it because I catch on easily.