This is the professional profile for Jake Charles Dowers
These are my tertiary qualifications (as of September 26th, 2011)
Education/Qualifications
Tertiary
2007-2011 Australian Catholic University Strathfield
Bachelor of Teaching/Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) Currently in 4th year
GPA: Currently 5.07 to date
Major: English
High Distinctions: William Blake: Visionary Imagination and Creative Writing
Distinctions: Shakespeare & the Renaissance, Literature for Young Adults, 20th Century Literature, 19th Century Literature, Australian literature, Introduction to Literature, English Curriculum and Teaching and Indigenous Cultures and Peoples.
Minors: Economics and Geography
2005-2006 TAFE Blacktown Campus
Diploma of Business (Marketing)
Notable Grades:
Distinctions: Marketing Principles, Target Marketing
Major Projects: Assisted in the creation of the original Fusion Western Sydney website. Current website http://fusionwesternsydney.org.au/
My teaching philosophy
I strive to contribute positively to a school community utilising my communication, organisation and ICT integration skills and deliver lessons that cater for students of all abilities. To establish and maintain safe, creative and challenging learning environments for students so that syllabus outcomes can be met. To underpin my professional practice with sound theoretical knowledge and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
Twitter Account
This is my Twitter account. This account is being used to access and share various education related items. I follow my university peers, as well as other educators to enhance my own learning and further improve my own teaching.
This is my Twitter account website: http://twitter.com/#!/JCDowers