An Introduction To Nyria Combs!
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My Program Of Study!
I am currently enrolled in the educational studies program here at Rivier University. This is my second semester and I am loving it! My intended date of graduation is May 2017!
Current Job?
My current "job" is full-time student. I am taking the two years to complete my masters degree before I go into the working world. This way I can devote my full time and attention to my studies
Interests & Hobbies #1: Performing On Stage!
I enjoy performing in theatre, and I am actively involved in the theatre company here at Rivier. Rivier is also where I completed my Bachelors degree, so I already had a bond and reputation with their theatre company, so it was very easy to get back into it when I returned for Graduate School!
Interest & Hobby #2: Spending Time With Loved Ones!
When not in class or studying I also enjoy spending time with family and friends! I live on campus in Presentation Hall, and my two roommates Katie (a first year computer science graduate student) and Becca (a senior Social Work undergrad) have quickly become like my family. Spending time apart from them seems strange, and feels like a piece of me is missing!
Interest & Hobby #3: Attending Live Theatre!
For as long as I can remember music and theatre have been a LARGE part of my life (my Mom used to write for the Lowell Sun, and reviewed musicals, circuses, concerts, and so on when I was younger). To this day we still enjoy attending live theatre! Whether it is to support our own students or attending a live show here in Nashua at Peacock Players on Church Street (which I highly recommend if you are looking for a fun night out and a broadway quality show all performed by children)!
My Comfort Level With Technology!
As far as my comfort level with technology, I have a basic understanding of programs out there online (prezi, google docs, ETC). I'm very good with a Mac computer, not so much with a PC. I also enjoy the concept of integrating technology such as computers and tablets into the classroom where appropriate. When we had to create this artifact, it took me a bit to find one that I liked, and fit my "style." However this "Smore" website is awesome, and very user friendly!
My Comfort Level With Curriculum!
I'm more comfortable with curriculum. I had field experience my junior year (both semesters, so one whole year) here on campus in the Early Childhood Center, where I worked in the Aquarius classroom (preschool age), and I had to create one lesson plan a week that tied in with the theme and current concepts being taught in the classroom! That following year (my senior year of undergrad), I worked for another year in the same center, with the same group of children, but in the Pegasus classroom (kindergarten age). So I've had 2 years experience creating lesson plans that apply to the current classroom curriculum and concepts being taught!
What I Hope To Learn!
Throughout the next 7 weeks, I hope to better myself in using technology. Where I have some basic skills, I hope to develop more in-depth skills! And by doing so, I hope to be more comfortable with incorporating various technology ideas in my future early education classroom!