WVS Teacher -
Jeremy Martin
Contact Info:
jeremy.martin@mail.aventalearning.com
1-888-228-3682 ext. 5107
Courses taught at WVS:
Latin 1 and Latin 2
Teacher Certification:
Latin, History
Educational Background:
I have a B.A. in History and a B.A. in Classics from
Wayne State University.
Personal Info/Hobbies:
I live in Grand Rapids, Michigan with my wife Lisa and
our dog Kirby (a Dachshund). As a person who enjoys the
seasonal changes of the Midwest, I enjoy spending my
time working in the yard in the summer, jogging in the
fall, and skiing in the winter months. I am a member of
several organizations including the Classical
Association of the Midwest and South, the American
Classical League, and the Michigan Academy of Arts &
Sciences.
Personal Statement about Online Teaching:
Online teaching and learning has brought the student and
teacher together in an academic setting that is focused
on meeting the needs and creating opportunities for the
21st century student. Cyber-generated
classrooms facilitate intrinsic motivation and
creativity for students with diverse learning styles.
Students have the opportunity to interact with each
other and their instructor in various ways which
enhances the learning atmosphere. Discussion boards,
team projects, instant messaging, and desktop
conferencing allow students and instructors to
communicate clearly, efficiently, and productively.
Furthermore, interactive strategies are built into
content programs such as web quests, online tutorials,
content related audio components, and virtual filed
trips. This allows the student to learn using a variety
of methods suitable to their preferred learning style(s).
These methods and strategies for teaching and learning
online, along with the structure and flexibility of an
online class, has created opportunities for students
seeking a different approach to receiving a high-quality
education.
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