Welcome
I am a National Board Certified Teacher currently working as a gifted specialist at a middle school in Pennsylvania. I have over 20 years experience teaching science at the 7-12 grade level, and have received several awards for my teaching and numerous grants. I believe in giving back to the profession; I currently serve on the Board of Directors for the Pennsylvania Science Teacher Association and the National Middle Level Science Teacher Association. As a passionate educator and life-long learner, I understand the importance of continuing to develop skills that enhance my teaching, which is what led me to Boise State University's Educational Technology program.
This site displays and describes some of the products created during my time in Boise State University's Educational Technology program. It marks the final chapter in my journey towards obtaining a Master of Educational Technology; a journey that has been exciting, informative, and applicable to my teaching career. Located here are Artifacts linked to AECT Standards, a Rationale Paper justifying each project, and a Reflection Video that describes my professional growth.
Presentations
McGinnis, P. (March, 2011). Writing a successful grant proposal. Session presented at the National Science Teacher Association Conference, San Franciso, CA. McGinnis, P. (March, 2011). Let's write a grant. Session presented at the National Science Teacher Association Conference, San Franciso, CA. McGinnis, P. (December, 2010). Monitoring Plethodon cinereus. Session presented at the Pennsylvania Science Teacher Association Conference, Ambler, PA. McGinnis, P. (October, 2010). Monitoring Plethodon cinereus. Session presented at the Montgomery County Science Teacher Association Conference, Hershey, PA. McGinnis, P. (October, 2010). Using technology to meet the needs of all learners. Session presented at the Montgomergy County Diversity Summit, Ambler, PA. McGinnis, P. (October, 2010). Using technology to meet the needs of all learners. Session presented at the Montgomergy County Science Teacher Association, Blue Bell, PA.Publications
McGinnis, P. (2011). The incredible growing gummi bear. Science Scope, 35(3), 67-70.McGinnis, P. (2001). Dissect your squid and eat it, too! Science Scope, 25(2), 12-17.
