Cover+Letter


 * Gregg Sands **
 * 61 Babbidge Road **
 * Falmouth, ME 04105 **


 * January 15, 2010 **


 * Dr. Claire J. Graham, **


 * In the spring of 2003 I decided to begin the journey of obtaining my masters in some area of technology. After searching for a program that would fit my situation both at home and school I chose to look into the Master of Education with a concentration in Curriculum & Instructional Technology at Framingham State College. **


 *  Both in the spring of 2003 and 2004 I took my first two classes too see if the program would be something I could both time wise as well as the content involved. I thought the allowance to take two classes before declaring to enter the program was a very positive aspect. As it turned out the online feature was perfect for me as I have many other hats besides father, husband and teacher. **


 * However, right after I finished my second, Impact of Technology on Education, my wife decided to return to school to get her degree in nursing. So, with that in mind, and after discussions with my wife, I put my masters on hold until she finished her degree. **


 * In June of 2008 I applied to Framingham State College to enter a Master of Education with a concentration in Curriculum & Instructional Technology. Even though I had taken my first two classes back I 2003 & 2004 I was allowed to continue with the program if I could finish by 2010. I am happy to say that my final class, Research & Evaluation, was completed in the fall of 2010 finishing my program. **


 * Throughout this curriculum I have been able to incorporate many of the things I have been part of at FSC into my own professional work as well as helping my students and colleagues. Also in being part of the Technology Committee in our school I have been able to add many thoughts and support to numerous staff members both in my building and district. **


 * My portfolio, along with my wiki, blog, and classroom website highlight many of the projects I have created in the form of PowerPoint, web quest, quizzes, workshops, plans and curriculum ideas. **


 * Next year I have the opportunity to move to a new K-5 building that will have many new types of technology available to me. I am looking forward to using what I have achieved at Framingham State College to better serve the children in my classroom as well as the many new colleagues I will be working with. **


 * I would like to thank my professors; the staff of DGCE and especially my advisor, Dr. Graham for giving me needed support throughout the journey I have completed at Framingham State College. **


 * Sincerely, **


 * Gregg Sands **