Welcome to my Algebra Learning and ePortfolio Blog. While this blog is primarily designed for homeschoolers, anyone with an interest in math and technology is invited to join.

My name is Sug Chan. I am a computer engineer turned teacher currently enrolled in the Ed.D. program at American College of Education.

This space serves as a professional and instructional hub where I share algebra lessons, digital learning artifacts, and reflections on teaching and learning with technology. The blog documents my ongoing work in designing and implementing a blended Algebra course that integrates interactive tools, multimedia instruction, and authentic assessment. It also functions as an ePortfolio, showcasing lesson plans, presentations, video lessons, student-centered projects, and collaborative work that demonstrate growth in instructional design and mathematics pedagogy.

The primary purpose of this blog is to highlight how technology can enhance mathematical understanding and engagement. Through posts that feature lesson openers, flipped videos, interactive Edpuzzle activities, digital storytelling projects, and blogging-based assessments, I aim to illustrate strategies that support conceptual learning, problem solving, and mathematical communication. By curating these artifacts in one accessible space, the blog provides evidence of reflective practice and the intentional integration of digital tools in mathematics instruction. It is also intended as a resource for educators seeking ideas for blended learning, authentic assessment, and technology-supported algebra teaching.

Beyond documentation, this blog reflects my broader professional interest in the intersection of mathematics, engineering thinking, and educational technology. I am particularly drawn to how algebraic reasoning underpins engineering design, modeling, and real-world problem solving. Exploring connections between mathematics and engineering, such as structural patterns, optimization, and functional relationships, has shaped my approach to teaching algebra as a meaningful and applied discipline rather than a purely symbolic one. I enjoy engaging in mathematical puzzles, spatial reasoning challenges, and design-based tasks that mirror engineering processes, including modeling situations, testing solutions, and refining approaches.

These interests align with my professional goal of designing learning experiences that mirror authentic STEM practices. I aim to create algebra instruction that emphasizes modeling, analysis, and iterative problem solving, supported by digital tools that allow students to visualize and test ideas dynamically. Integrating technology such as graphing platforms, simulations, and multimedia creation tools enables learners to experience mathematics as exploratory and creative, like engineering problem-solving contexts. Through this work, I seek to foster students’ confidence in mathematics and help them recognize its relevance to future STEM pathways.

Another goal reflected in this blog is the development of strong mathematical communication skills. Algebra learning is not only about obtaining correct answers but also about explaining reasoning, representing relationships, and interpreting results. By incorporating artifacts such as digital stories, blog reflections, and collaborative projects, the blog demonstrates approaches that position students as creators of mathematical knowledge. These practices support both disciplinary literacy in mathematics and digital literacy, preparing learners to communicate ideas effectively in academic and technological environments.

Ultimately, this blog represents my commitment to continuous growth as a mathematics educator and instructional designer. It documents the evolution of my teaching practices, the integration of emerging technologies, and the refinement of authentic assessment strategies. I hope it serves not only as a record of professional learning but also as a space for sharing ideas, connecting with other educators, and promoting engaging, technology-enhanced algebra instruction that prepares students for a complex, STEM-oriented world.