EDUCATION
In this section, you will find all the courses related to education, including curriculum design, lesson planning, classroom management, seminars, methodology, and philosophy of education. Each of these courses has guided me in understanding the principles of effective teaching and learning. They have taught me how to design meaningful lessons, manage a classroom with confidence, and apply various teaching methods that address diverse learning styles. Most importantly, these courses have helped me embrace and respond to the individual needs of children, ensuring that every student feels supported and valued in the learning process.
EDPE-4005: Seminar and Curriculum at the Secondary Level
This course offers both theoretical and practical perspectives on the teaching and learning processes. It focuses on key aspects of English instruction at the elementary level, including lesson planning, education, and curriculum design. Students will explore fundamental content related to this area of specialization and develop skills in the preparation, adaptation, and use of educational resources. Emphasis is placed on effective methodologies, teaching techniques, instructional strategies, and the fundamentals of evaluation and measurement to support successful language learning experiences.
Shoot Your Shot! Parts of a Sentence - Symposium
Reflection
For this assignment, we worked on designing a fun, game-based activity to help ESL students improve pronunciation, intonation, and parts of speech. We had to connect real research with a practical classroom idea, which made us think like future teachers. Creating the basketball-style game helped us see how learning can be active and motivating.
Class Reflection
Symposium Proposal
EDPE 4335: Seminar and Curriculum of Learning at the Elementary Level
This course is a theoretical and practical course regarding the teaching and learning processes. Studies aspects related to the teaching of English in the elementary school: planning, education, and curriculum; basic content in this area of specialization; preparation, adaptation, and utilization of resources; methodologies, teaching techniques and strategies; and fundamentals of evaluation and measurement.
Fun-Etics! Learning Phonetics In A Fun Way
Reflection
For this assignment, we worked as a team to create the “Fun-Etics” phonics game and think about how to teach sounds in a fun, active way. We had to plan the materials, steps, and classroom setup, and connect everything to theory and research. It made us think about how kids learn best through movement, play, and participation.
Class Reflection
Symposium Proposal
Reflection on My Favorite Lesson Taught During Field Experience: “Coquí in the City”
EING-3515: Methods in TESOL K-12 at the Elementary and Secondary Levels
This course explores the most widely accepted approaches and methods for teaching English as a second/foreign language to children and older learners. It also aims to establish the link between linguistic theories, research findings, and classroom practice.
EDFU-3007: SOCIOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
The course includes an analysis of social sciences and their relationship to the educational process, and of the school as a social institution. It includes a study of man’s cultural heritage and the functions of education in preserving and improving it, the integration of education with the life and institutions of the community and the human group, the conduct of groups in relation to school problems, the role of the teacher, and the relationship between social changes and the school.
Essay and Research
Reflection
This assignment was about understanding how alcoholism and drug addiction affect education and students’ lives. We had to read and learn about what addiction is, how to recognize it, and the different ways it can impact behavior, health, and school performance. It also explained how it can affect families, relationships, and even future choices. I learned that these problems don’t just affect one person, they spread to everyone around them, especially in a school setting.
Class Reflection
EDFU-3017:
ASSESSMENT OF LEARNING IN A SECOND LANGUAGE
The course covers the fundamentals of diagnosing and enhancing classroom instruction, utilizing various testing and measurement tools, statistical methods for teacher assessments, and the application of intelligence tests to support educational outcomes.
Demonstrative Class
Class Reflection
"Then and Now" - Demonstrative Class Activity
Reflection
This assignment was about learning how debates work and how to compare “then vs now” topics like technology, social life, and responsibilities. We had to research both sides, list pros and cons, and use evidence to support our ideas. We also worked in groups, discussed different viewpoints, and practiced organizing arguments clearly. Overall, it helped us understand how to think more critically, analyze sources, and build stronger opinions while also seeing how history connects to present-day issues. It was simple but useful and helped us prepare for real debates in class.
EDES-3205: ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
Technology is changing people’s lives. A growing area of inquiry is the application of technology to special education. This course will provide basic information about assistive technology (AT) for people with limitations/impairments. The purpose of the program is for future teachers to acquire competencies that will allow them to increase their knowledge, acceptance and use of TA. Both theoretical and practical aspects will be included. In the discussions, case studies will be worked on through which the student will be able to apply the basic knowledge acquired in the course to the use or design of equipment.
Development of an Assistive Technology for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Reflection
In this assignment, we had to learn about the Trastorno del Espectro Autista (TEA) and how it affects students in the classroom, especially their communication, behavior, and routines. Then we had to design a simple assistive technology tool that could actually help them in a real school setting. I created a visual daily schedule using pictograms, Velcro, and a structured board to help students understand their routine better and feel more secure.
Class Reflection
The use of Assistive Technology - Essay
Reflection
In this assignment we had to write about assistive technology and how it helps people with disabilities in different areas like school, work, and daily life. I explained how tools like screen readers, voice-to-text apps, and special devices make learning and working easier and more independent. I also talked about how these technologies improve accessibility but can still be expensive or not available everywhere.
EDES 4067: INCLUSION AND MOTIVATION OF STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
This course helps in the development of skills in regular education students for the adequate care of students in the special education program integrated into the regular program. Emphasis on the development of teaching skills according to the different disabilities in the use of motivation and awareness techniques. The skills included in the course are based on the law that guarantees the educational rights of people with disabilities.
Observation of a class that integrates special education students into the mainstream, regular elementary or secondary level
Reflection
In this assignment, I had to go to Ralph W. Emerson school and observe a third-grade classroom for one hour. I watched how the teacher taught Spanish, especially syllables and accents, and how she managed the class with respect, patience, and support for all students, including those with special needs. I also paid attention to the classroom setup, activities, and student interactions. After observing, I answered reflection questions about what I saw and how it relates to teaching.
Simulated Class with Inclusion
Reflection
In this assignment, we created a simulated inclusive class about synonyms and antonyms. We had to plan how we would teach the differences between them, give clear examples, and make sure all students could participate and understand. We focused on using simple explanations, visuals, and activities that support different learning needs. The goal was to help students identify, understand, and correctly use synonyms and antonyms in context. It showed me how important it is to adapt instruction so every learner can succeed in the classroom.
Class Reflection
EDPE-3008: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EVALUATION PROCESS
Study of the concepts, principles and basic techniques used in the evaluation of the product of the educational process. Emphasis is also placed on the relationship between educational assessment and effective teaching.
Student Portfolio: A Tool for Academic Success
Reflection
In this assignment, we had to learn what a student portfolio is and why it’s useful in education. We organized information about its purpose, types, and structure, like the cover page, index, and introduction. We also explained how it helps track student progress, reflect on learning, and show achievements over time. Basically, it showed us how a portfolio isn’t just papers, it’s a tool for growth, organization, and self-reflection in the classroom.
Student Portfolio: Activities you as a teacher can do for a portfolio
Reflection
In this assignment, we learned how to create an activity for a student portfolio and design a cover page with our name, school, course, and a personal touch like an image and a motivational quote. We also explored what a portfolio is and how it’s organized, including sections like goals, projects, and reflections.
Class Reflection