Debra+Shoulders

Professional Bio - Debbie Shoulders
 I come to this institute with a varied background. First and foremost I am a lover of books owning over 5000 (stacked in every room of my house.) This passion helped me to decide to become a teacher and bring the world of literature to my students.

As technology became more prevalent in the early 1990’s I saw the potential to integrate its benefits into my professional and private life. After spending the last seven years teaching Computer Technology (I’m a Mac not a PC) to middle school students I begin a new adventure. With my principal’s blessing the computer lab is becoming a literary studio and I will be teaching English Language Arts (ELA) to seventh grade students next year.

I became familiar with the “New Literacies” as I completed my EdS in Instructional Technology last year. I fervently believe that today’s students need explicit instruction in how to use the exciting tools of today. I look forward to collaborating and expanding my knowledge in this area and planning for next year.