Who is the Author?

Welcome to my blog my name is Alyssa Aviles! I started this blog as a requirement in my Fundamentals of Technology for Educators class at UCF. This blog will provide you, my readers, with insight and useful tips into the technology world in education. 

I strongly believe technology can hold great advantages and provide tremendous benefits for our students when used effectively. The world is constantly changing, and technology has become a major tool in many careers. In order to prepare our students for their future, we need to expose them to the digital world. 

On top of being a technology fanatic, I have been a third grade teacher for the last 3 1/2 years, working for Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, FL. I graduated UCF with my bachelors in Elementary Education in 2013 and now pursuing my masters in Educational Technology. My goal is to become a technology coach in my district, training and providing classroom teachers with digital resources and tools to support student performance. 

Here are some fun facts about me: 

I played basketball for about 12 years (inside and outside of school)

I LOVE Italian food

I am Puertorican, however I am always told I look anything but that.

When I was 16, I travel to 4 countries in Europe.

I zip lined through the mountains in Puerto Rico, longest was 1 mile and 1,000 feet tall.

I know every line in all Jurassic Park movies

I went horse back riding through the beach in Dominican Republic

During a Cruise Vacation, I climbed Dunn's River Fall in Jamaica

I dressed up like an Oompa Loompa for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory day at work

I've jumped inside of a river inside a cave in Dominican Republic

My husband and I rode a scooter literally around the entire Cozumel, Mexico

I have never seen snow. 

I hope you enjoy my blog and find some very useful information! 

Here is a picture of me with my amazing life partner, my husband!