Gerald W. Aungst

I believe any endeavor that involves learn­ing and teach­ing can ben­e­fit from under­stand­ing the prin­ci­ples of design: bal­ance, pro­por­tion, rhythm, empha­sis, and unity. All learn­ers should have the oppor­tu­nity to study and apply these principles.

Our brains are wired to engage with sto­ries, and a good sto­ry­teller can turn almost any­thing into a great story. Sto­ry­telling adds a rich dimen­sion that will enhance any learn­ing experience.

I believe in sup­port­ing the growth of stu­dents and edu­ca­tion pro­fes­sion­als using cut­ting edge tech­nol­ogy tools to develop and use online resources. Web design, pre­sen­ta­tion tech­nol­ogy, net­work­ing tools, and Web 2.0 appli­ca­tions are some of the tools I have used in my teach­ing and my own learning.

I share knowl­edge, insights, and expe­ri­ence with oth­ers through my writ­ing and pre­sen­ta­tions. My goals are to develop the abil­i­ties and under­stand­ing of stu­dents, teach­ers, and par­ents, and to advance the field of education.

Teach­ers are far more effec­tive and influ­en­tial in reach­ing stu­dents when we work together than alone. In my work with col­leagues, I try to help them ele­vate their craft and mul­ti­ply our impact.

Great lead­ers never for­get they are lead­ing peo­ple. As a leader, I lead by exam­ple, and it is my goal to make it pos­si­ble for those under my lead­er­ship to achieve their max­i­mum potential.