Educational Technology Portfolio

Educational Technology Portfolio

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All About Me

Professional Overview Welcome! My name is Deborah Bellamy, and I am passionate about leveraging technology to transform education and empower learners. My goal in educational technology is to create meaningful, accessible, and inclusive learning experiences that prepare students for the evolving demands of the digital world. By fostering creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, I aim to ensure that technology serves as a bridge to deeper understanding rather than a barrier to learning. Credentials: BS Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, Murray State, 1999 MA Special Education K-12, Murray State, 2001 EdD Teacher Leadership, Walden University, 2017

Goal Statement Ed Tech Philosopy

Table of Contents

All About Me

Foundations of EdTech

Multimedia Development

Instructional Technology

Contact Page

Autobiography

My name is Deborah Bellamy, and I have built my career at the intersection of technology and innovation. From exploring cutting-edge advancements to implementing solutions that drive efficiency and progress. My journey has been defined by a passion for utilizing technology to solve real-world challenges. This autobiography captures the my family, milestones, lessons, and transformative moments that have shaped my path in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Foundations of EdTech

Welcome to the Technology Artifact Gallery, a curated collection showcasing the intersection of technology and education. This gallery features a variety of digital tools, resources, and innovative practices that have shaped modern learning environments. Each artifact represents a unique approach to integrating technology into educational settings, highlighting its potential to enhance teaching, learning, and student engagement.

Unintended Consequences

This assignment addresses 1, 2, and 3, of the AECT, and 4.1, and 4.4,of the ISTE Coaches Standards. Each of the standards addresses creating equitable learning and designing learning experiences that meet the need of the learner.

This assignment really opened my eyes to some things that occurs with the use of technology. What you may design to meet the need of the learner does not always meet their need. Althought the designer did not intend for techology to have some negative effects.The designer must consider and explore the negative and positive use of technolgy before implementation.

Comparison Chart

Adult Learning Theories

The comparison chart compares and contrast three categories of theories; Teaching and Learning, Design and Assessment and Implementation and Development. To view the chart click the button below.

Teaching and Learning Theories

Design and Assessment Theories

Write a statement about what I learned and the technology standard it addressed While compeleting this assignment, I learned about some theories that I was not familar. Associated Standards: ISTE 4.1, 4.3, 4.4, and 4.5 AECT Standards: 1, 2, 3, and 4. These standards focus on using theory and practical application in the development of content with a focus on creating quality learning experiences.

Implementation and Development Theories

Near Pod Lesson

Adult Learning Theories

This is not the first time that I have tried to create a lesson using Nearpod. The other times Nearpod seemed like it was only for K-12. And could not find much use for it. This time, I had to complete the assignment., now I must say that it can be used in higher education. The technology standards addressed: AECT 1, 3, and 5 ISTE Standards 4.1, 4.4, and 4.7. The focus of these standards is using theory to desgn and develop content. It is difficult to select a few standards, I can see how each of the standards could be utilized.

projects

The project below provide an overview of the skills and techniques that I have obtained

Story Audio Project

This attached audior story file is a rdemonstration the skills gaind in the meltimedia course.

School/University Video Project

The video that is attached is a brief overview of my skill in creating a video, it is an introduction to Tennessee State University and some its activies.

Research/Project Interest

The goal of this project is to understand the specific needs and challenges faculty face when incorporating technology into their classrooms, while offering tailored guidance and resources to facilitate the process. Through personalized support, faculty members will gain hands-on experience with a range of digital tools—ranging from Learning Management Systems (LMS) to interactive software and multimedia applications—aiming to improve student engagement, assessment strategies, and overall instructional effectiveness.

Scholarly Sources

Developing digital literacy for teaching and learning.

Development of a new model utilizing online learning platforms to improve st's academic achievement and satisfaction

Castaneda, M., L. (2023)

Abuhassna, H., Al-Rahmi, W. M., Yahya, N., Zakaria, M. A. Z. M., Kosnin, A. B. M., & Darwish, M. (2020)

Retention strategies for online students: A systematic literature review.

Integrating students’ perspectives about online learning: a hierarchy of factors.

Van Wart, M., Ni, A., Medina, P., Canelon, J., Kordrostami, M., Zhang, J., & Liu, Y. (2020).

Seery, K., Barreda, A. A., Hein, S. G., & Hiller, J. L. (2021).

Transformative learning strategies for successful teaching and learning in the transforming higher education

Javed, F. (2023

Research Showcase

Key Expert/Researchers

Florence Martin A leading expert in online learning design, she emphasizes the importance of interaction, design, engagement, assessment, and support.

Albert RitzhauptntKnown for his contributions to instructional design theory and practice in online learning, and exploring the role of faculty development in creating high-quality online courses.

David R. BolligerCollaborated with Martin on research related to online learning, focusing on student perceptions and experiences within online courses, and satisfaction and perceived learning outcomes.

Professional Webinars

Five uses of Technology to get Online Learning Right Non-Designers

Designing and Assessing Student Projects

Designing and Assessing Student Projects that Integrate Generative AI

Webinar Reaction Paper

Five Uses of Technology to get Online Learning Right

In this session, faculty from four disciplines shared classroom activities that foster critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity, while discussing both challenges and successes in using this technology.

Five effective ways to leverage educational technology for successful online learning, focusing on strategies to enhance engagement, collaboration, and student outcomes. This overview highlights practical tools and approaches to create dynamic and meaningful virtual learning experiences.

In this session, faculty from four disciplines shared classroom activities that foster critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity, while discussing both challenges and successes in using this technology.

Webinar Reaction Paper

Peer Reflection

Peer Reflection

Project Survey

The survey below will be given to faculty prior to the support/training begins. The same survey will be given to the faaculty at the end of the support/training.

Multimedia Design

A Welcome to Tennessee State University

Video Assignment

All About Me

This PowerPoint presentation is a carefully compiled collection of photographs and information about my family, as well as the various interests and hobbies that are very important to me. Please click the link below to view pictures of my family members and the activities I enjoy in my free time.

https://mytnstate-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/dbellamy_tnstate_edu/EeO9V8S7JNpIjXjhIpRLeJMBvoopOXSB4-7HZrMo89mZXw?e=0Lt7i6

Audio Story

This task of this assignment was to incorporate various sounds in an audio story. This is a audio story about Maya and her magical paintbrush. Be sure to listen to discover the adventures Maya has with her magical paingbrush.

https://tnstate.hosted.panopto.com/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=8ea84ed5-aa9e-42e2-aa83-b32b0100dc57

Instructional Technology

The Arrighi C2 A.I. Utilization Scale

Post-Assessment Collaborator Creator (82) This score is keeps me within the same category when I started the course , however the score increased to indicated that my comfort level utilizing AI and technological tools had increased during the course. paragraph is ready to be filled with incredible creativity, experiences, and stories.

Pre-Assessment Score (78) Collabortor Creator This score idicates a comfort level in using AI and technological tools and incorporating them into workflows. It also indicates that more training is needed to attain a higher level of implementation of tools.

Designing a Technology Intergration Action Plan

Assignment Reflection

Designing a technology integration plan with the goal of increasing college student persistence and learning required thoughtful alignment of tools, strategies, and outcomes. This outcome will be achieved by guiding and supporting instructors as they choose the appropriate tools that best support student learning. Part of this plan to also assist them to increase their skill level with current tools. This assignment increased my awareness in how to critically evaluates prior to recommending the tools. The plan focused on supporting instructors through using collaborative platforms, personalized feedback, and engaging multimedia tools such as Brightspace, and Google Workspace. These tools were selected to promote student agency, improve understanding, and foster connection—all key elements for increasing persistence in higher education. The integration plan aimed to help instructors build confidence by learning how to access and apply course content, communicate effectively, and manage their learning through technology. Through discussion boards, video reflections, shared documents, and embedded feedback, IISTE Standards for Students, especially: • Standard 1: Empowered Learner, by encouraging students to take ownership of their learning paths and use technology to set and track goals. • Standard 3: Knowledge Constructor, through the development of research, evaluation, and content curation skills. • Standard 6: Creative Communicator, by using digital tools to demonstrate learning in a variety of formats. AECT Standards: • Standard 2 – Content Pedagogy, by applying technology in ways that enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement. • Standard 3 – Learning Environments, through the creation of accessible, flexible, and inclusive digital learning spaces. • Standard 5 – Research, by using data to evaluate the effectiveness of tools on student performance and persistence.

C:\Users\dbellamy\Downloads\Technology Integration Action Plan.docx

Microcredentialing

Microcredentialing is a good way to gain some knowledge and skills about a particular tool or software, but in small manageale bites. I would like to say, that before iI began getting microcredentials, I thought it was a waste of time, because I did not see the value in gaining credentials. The process of gaining these credentials is definitely valuable. It allows you to learn different tools and software at your own pace, which allows you to identify ways to incorporate them into your current work or daily life. Earning credentials meets both AECT and ISTE Coaching standards. AECT Standards, are met through designing, using, and assessing the tool. ISTE Standards are met through maximizing potential technology. Deepening expertise througn professional learning with a commitment to continous improvement. During the process of microcredentialing, ISTE standards are met though the process of evaluating the tool.

Microcredentials

Podcasting

Assignment Reflection

Creating a podcast was an engaging and meaningful way to blend technology with instructional design. The process required planning, content creation, audio recording, and editing, which I found to be challenging. I had thought about creating a podcast, but thought it would be to difficult. I found that it really is not the difficult. Ialos learned from the SAMR that allowing students to choose from two or three options is not really allowing choice. REal choice involves let them select a topic that is interesting to them and the allow them to present it in a way that is meaningful to them. That is when real learning occurs, and remembering that failure should be a part of the process. This assignment aligns with both ISTE Coaching Standards and AECT Technology Standards. ISTE Standards for Coaches, podcasting supports Standard 4: Learning Designer by encouraging educators to design authentic learning experiences using digital tools. Standard 5: Professional Learning Facilitator, format. 6: Data-Driven Decision-Maker, when feedback and engagement data are used to improve content. The podcast incorporates AECT Standards, Standard 2 – Content Pedagogy, because it required applying effective teaching methods through multimedia. It also connects to Standard 3 – Learning Environments, the podcasts can be used to support flexible, mobile learning beyond the traditional classroom. Finally, Standard 5 – Research is relevant when educators explore best practices for audio learning and assess its impact on engagement and comprehension.

http://rss.castbox.fm/68706ee438bf65a26bf8a090.xml

Book Creator

Assignment Reflection Book Creator was user-friendly and empowers teachers and students to be creative by making digital books. I can see the benefit in using in a variety of college courses. It can be used to allow student to demonstrate and express their learning by creating a digital book. The tool aligns well with the ISTE Coaching Standards, especially in areas like collaboration, instructional design, and inclusion. Coaches can use Book Creator to model effective technology use, support diverse learners, and design engaging digital content with educators. It also meets key AECT Standards, particularly in instructional design and learning environments. Book Creator allows educators to create multimedia-rich materials that are student-centered and pedagogically sound. Book Creator promotes active learning and supports both ISTE and AECT standards, helps create inclusive, engaging, and standards-aligned learning experiences.

https://app.bookcreator.com/library/-MdxEjaBijKdfRueawW2/X8MEcC8L3OhXrLYw6OZgzgzm8Xl2/eLhyaw1ZQZi6Qu_dBQas2Q/4exsnw_QRoK7IQDSXwEXzg

Instructional Tool Impact Paper

Assignment Reflection

This assignment helped me to gain a deeper understanding in how they applied to my area of interest. It helped me to incorporate the technology stards and make the project more cohesive. this assignment met both AECT Technology Stanrds as well as ISTE Coaching Standards.

Assignment AECT Standards Met: Standard 1 Content Knowledge 1.1 Creating: Designing instructional strategies using Brightspace 1.2 Using: Applying LMS features to improve student learning 1.5 Ethics: Ensuring privacy, accessibility and responsible use Standard 2 – Content Pedagogy 2.1 Creating: Crafting leaner centered experiences 2.3 Assessing/Evaluating: Using Brightspace analytics Standard 3 – Learning Environments 3.1 Creating: Designing interactive and inclusive virtual classrooms. 3.2 Using: Managing learning environments 3.4 Diversity of Learners: Adapting tehnology for student need Standard 5 – Research 5.3 Assessing/Evaluating: Using reaserch data to drive change

Assignment ISTE Standards Met 1. Learner Continuously improving digital practice . 2. Leader Advocating for equitable access to technology and modeling effective integration of Brightspace tools. 3. Citizen Promoting responsible use of digital tools, including privacy, accessibility, and ethical use of data. 4. Collaborator Working with faculty and IT staff to integrate Brightspace features that enhance learning. 5. Designer Creating authentic, learner-driven activities and environments using Brightspace. 6. Facilitator Fostering a culture where students take ownership of their learning in an online environment. 7. Analyst Using data and feedback (from Brightspace reports) to inform teaching strategies and improve student outcomes.

C:\Users\dbellamy\OneDrive - Tennessee State University\The Impact of Brightspace on Faculty, Students, and Institutional Outcomes in Higher Education .pdf

Contact Page

Dr. Deborah Bellamy

• Telephone: 615 5573698
• Email Address: dbellamy@tnstate.edu

Animate your content and take it up a notch

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Animate your content and take it up a notch

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.

Animate your content and take it up a notch

• Plan the structure of your communication.
• Give it a hierarchy and give visual weight to the main point.
• Add secondary messages with interactivity.
• Establish a flow through the content.
• Measure results.