Artifacts

Elevator Pitch

This innovative and creative elevator pitch marks the beginning of Priscilla Luna's journey into media design as part of her Master’s in Educational Technology program. In the video, she outlines her primary goal of becoming an instructional coach, focusing on leveraging technology to support educators and improve student outcomes. It reflects her early steps in media design, highlighting her passion for instructional coaching and dedication to integrating digital tools in education.

ISTE Standard 1.6 - Creative Communicator
ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator

Personal Learning Theory (Initial)

Priscilla Luna's personal learning theory is based on the idea that learning evolves throughout life and is not a "one-size-fits-all" process. She emphasizes constructivism, believing that learners build knowledge through their experiences, and advocates for using digital tools like mind maps to deepen understanding. Luna’s approach draws from the work of theorists like Piaget, Dewey, and Vygotsky, and focuses on making students responsible for their own learning, encouraging critical thinking and peer collaboration.

ISTE Standard 2.2 - Leader
ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator

Updated Learning Philosophy

In this video, Priscilla Luna shares her evolving educational philosophy, integrating Behaviorism, Cognitivism, and Constructivism into instructional design. She explores key models like ADDIE, Problem-Based Learning, and Understanding by Design, emphasizing the importance of instructional analysis and creating engaging, learner-centered experiences that foster critical thinking.

ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator
ISTE Standard 2.7 - Analyst

Critical Perspective: Addressing the Digital Divide

In this video, Priscilla Luna discusses the digital divide, focusing on how it impacts marginalized communities, particularly in Southwest Texas. She explains the divide’s implications for education, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and highlights the need for better infrastructure, devices, and professional development. Luna also shares her commitment as an educational technologist to raising awareness, integrating technology, and helping close the gap through local advocacy and training.

ISTE Standard 2.2 - Leader
ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator
ISTE Standard 2.7 - Analyst

Data-Driven Instruction: A Reflection on Digital Assessment

In this reflective video, Priscilla Luna shares her transformative journey through data-driven instruction, focusing on the shift from traditional assessments to formative, standards-based digital assessments. She discusses the power of real-time feedback, the efficiency of digital tools like Canvas, and the importance of teacher training for effective LMS use. While exploring the benefits, Luna also highlights the challenges of data privacy, infrastructure, and ensuring a balance between assessment and instruction. Her reflection underscores the need for collaboration and innovation to create dynamic learning environments.

ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator
ISTE Standard 2.7 - Analyst

A Journey Through Data-Driven Instruction

Embracing Digital Assessment and Innovation in the Classroom

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Digital Assessment Project

Implementation of Ed Tech in Education

Priscilla Luna's final project for EDUA 6378 focused on exploring the implementation of educational technology within school districts. She gained valuable insights into planning processes, budget constraints, and strategies for integrating technology with core subjects. A key part of her project was conducting a needs assessment, which highlighted the challenges of underutilized technology in classrooms. Moving forward, Luna is committed to driving digital leadership, ensuring funds are used effectively, and empowering teachers to leverage educational technology to enhance student learning.

ISTE Standard 2.2 - Leader
ISTE Standard 2.4 - Collaborator
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator
ISTE Standard 2.7 - Analyst

Thing Link

Needs Assessment

Self-Paced Tutorials for Educators: Integrating Technology for UD

Priscilla Luna created a Thinglink platform designed to support educators in implementing Universal Design for Learning (UDL) through self-paced tutorials. This resource integrates multiple platforms to guide educators in enhancing their technology skills and delivering more inclusive, accessible instruction. The tutorials also function as a form of self-paced professional development, empowering teachers to continuously improve their practices with technology.

ISTE Standard 2.2 - Leader
ISTE Standard 2.5- Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator

Digital Storytelling: Using Media and Technology for Creative Projects

In this project, Priscilla Luna guided students through the process of creating a digital storytelling project using basic applications of media and technology. Students first developed storyboards to map out their narratives, allowing them to organize their ideas and plan effectively. The final product was a fully-produced video, showcasing the integration of technology and creativity to bring their stories to life.

ISTE Standard 1.6 - Creative Communicator
ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 1.4 - Innovative Designer

Project Overview: Rubric, Duration, and Expectations

In this first embedded presentation, Priscilla Luna introduces students to the digital storytelling project, outlining the key components they need to succeed. The presentation covers the project rubric, the expected duration, and detailed expectations for student participation. With integrated audio and interactive links, students can easily access all necessary worksheets and gain a clear understanding of the project requirements from the outset.

Resources and Tutorials for Success

The second presentation provides students with a comprehensive guide to the tools and resources they’ll need to complete their digital storytelling project. It includes tutorials on how to use various platforms effectively and offers a resource bank that students can explore to enhance their projects. Interactive links and audio explanations ensure students have everything they need at their fingertips, including access to all required worksheets and materials.

Mastery in Media and Technology: Science Lab Safety and Tools

In this section, Priscilla Luna demonstrates her expertise in graphic design and advanced applications of media and technology in education through a series of instructional materials. She created a video focused on science lab safety and developed an interactive science tools presentation, which is embedded for easy access. Additionally, a Prezi presentation was created and linked to further reinforce students’ understanding of the uses of various science lab tools. These multimedia resources were designed to engage students while reinforcing key concepts related to lab safety and tool usage.

ISTE Standard 2.5 - Designer
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator
ISTE Standard 1.6 - Creative Communicator

Educational Technology and Instructional Design Discussions

Throughout her coursework, Priscilla Luna created additional videos addressing key topics in educational technology and instructional design. These videos facilitated rich discussions on various aspects of integrating technology in education, instructional design models, and innovative teaching strategies. Each video served as a platform to explore ideas, share insights, and engage with peers on best practices for utilizing technology to enhance student learning outcomes.

ISTE Standard 2.4 - Collaborator
ISTE Standard 2.6 - Facilitator
ISTE Standard 2.7 - Analyst