Robert Gordon
Technology Trainer/Data Mentor
Cell: 435-671-0640
Office: 435-671-0640
Email: robert@nucenter.org
AIM Username:trainerob
SKYPE Username:trainerob
URL: http://www.nucenter.org/services/techtraining
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Job Description
To promote the integration of technology in NUES classrooms, to enhance the learning environment, and strive to implement the latest in technology and teaching strategies to the teachers of Northeastern Utah, as well as mentor teachers in the use of formative and summative data.
Academic Background
Masters of Education – Instructional Technology Utah State University, August 2001
Emphasis in Instructional Technology, Constructivism, and Project Based Learning
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Utah State University, March 1993
Associate of Science & Art Rick College, April 1991
Professional Activities
TCC Committee Member
State-wide quarterly meetings concerning technology integration, function on communictions committee
Received “NUES Region Outstanding Technology Coordinator” 2004-2005
UCET Board Member
Monthly meeting planning and developing annual 2-day conference that has become the #1 technology conference in the state of Utah
UTIPS Users Group Committee
Discuss regional usability of this formative testing tool for teachers and students to increase Core test scores
eMINTS (EETT federal grant)
Instructing teachers in proven teaching strategies of constructivism, inquiry based and cooperative learning to 5 teachers of Uintah School District. This class meets every other week after school for 4 hours. Implementation of eMINTS model coordinated with USD technology staff
Certification & Specialized Skills
Certified PALM Trainer, 2002-06
Technology Endorsement from USOE
eMINTS Instructional Technology Specialist Certification
CMap (Community Mapping in the Classroom)
UTIPS (Utah Test Item Pool Service)
Cognos (CRT data manipulation)
Classroom Teaching Experience
NUES Regional Technology Trainer Date: 1999 - current
Provide professional development for the 9 NUES school districts in the area of technology
Enthuse teachers to integrate technology into their curriculum
Instituted the Tech Tools check out program, providing digital cameras, Palm handhelds, etc. for teachers to check out from NUES
Correlate technology training services from UEN, USOE, and the regional service centers for the NUES districts
Represent NUES region technology directors & users at monthly UTIPS user group meeting
Model proven teaching strategies with technology in classrooms
Tabiona Elementary
Principal: Robert Park Date: 1993-99
Taught 5th-6th combined grade core subject for first 3 years.
Developed and integrated a technology-oriented classroom with a computer at every student’s desk
Duchesne County School District Lead 6th grade teacher, encompassing 6 other schools
USOE Healthy Lifestyles Curriculum Textbook Review Committee for 3 years
Other Interests
Volunteer Firefighter - Certified Wildland Fire Firefighter
Boy Scouts of America -
Former Cubmaster & Scoutmaster
Eagle Board of Review Committee member
AYSO Soccer Coach
Currently coaching U-8 youth soccer team in Altamont
Family
Father of 5 – camping, hiking, cross-country skiing, traveling, watching old movies
Soccer Coach for U-8 AYSO youth soccer team
