The goal of this post is to introduce a series of posts that will center around the design and development of my Phase-5 Project, the capstone for the Flatiron School Software Engineering Bootcamp. This project tests student in the abilities to create a full-stack, single page application, that utilizes a…

This blog will discuss one method for creating an item in a database join table within a Single Page Application built using React Frontend, Rails Backend, PostgreSQL database, and Active Record Associations. What is the problem? Items in a join table need to be associated with two different models, requiring each item to have…

With a greater number of individuals prioritizing the use of a mobile device over a traditional PC online resources, specifically, webpages, need to be constructed in a way that is not just usable across devices, but thoughtfully responsive to both environments. Designers and developers need to consider a myriad of…

Project Description: The project specifications are designed to allow a programmer to demonstrate design skills associated with HTML and CSS and include interactive components that draw on data from a public API or locally hosted database. Project Idea: While the project is mainly about skill demonstration, I still wanted the final outcome to carry…

Recently I was fortunate to attend the Van Gogh Immersive Experience and I really feel that the piece needs to be a VR experience. The popularity of the Van Gogh exhibit is completely warranted and I thoroughly enjoyed my time. …

In a previous piece entitled, “Fail Forward with Feedback” I talked about how failure has the potential to be a productive tool for learners of all ages. In this piece, I want to expand on the idea of using errors and iteration in order to discuss how you can begin…

Feedback improves the understanding of information or skills and accelerates the rate at which growth can happen for any learner. What is a “fail forward” philosophy? The main principle of this learning method is that students can engage in learning new information at their own speed, receiving feedback only when they “fail.” …

On my intentional shift back to paper — As one who relies heavily on the integrated nature of technology in order to manage the tasks associated with my job, an intentional shift back to paper is allowing me to be more intentional and reflective. I will admit that historically my ability to manage digital engagement was difficult. Truthfully…

I’ll show you how to use breakout rooms, polling, and Q&A. In my recent article, “How I am Going to Handle Two Weeks of Remote Learning,” I made three suggestions for teachers to consider in remote learning settings. …