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About Me
Hello, my name is Daniel Dixon, and I am a dedicated Special Education teacher with more than sixteen years of experience in education. I am passionate about designing lessons that engage students through creativity, technology, and inclusive practices. My goal is to empower all learners to grow academically and personally by providing meaningful, student-centered learning opportunities.
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Allegories in History: Understanding Deeper Meanings

This lesson was designed to help students explore how allegories have been used to convey complex social, political, and cultural ideas. Students first read a fictional passage which used popular movie characters to tell a story of invasion and conquest. They then examined secondary sources regarding the U.S. annexation of Hawaii, identifying symbolic elements and connecting them to larger historical themes. To enhance engagement, I incorporated multimedia resources, including short video clips and visual representations, which allowed students to see how allegories bridge literature, art, and history. The lesson emphasized critical thinking, interpretation skills, and the application of historical theory to real-world narratives.

World War II Creative Project

In this project, students demonstrated their understanding of key events during World War II by creating a product in one of four formats: a news broadcast, comic book, children’s book, or newspaper. This choice allowed students to engage with the content in a way that best fit their learning style and interests. Students who chose the newscast wrote scripts and performed mock broadcasts, reporting on major battles or homefront developments as though they were live correspondents. Those who selected the comic book format illustrated important events and figures, focusing on symbolism and sequential storytelling to explain complex topics. Students who created a children’s book simplified historical concepts into age-appropriate language and visuals, emphasizing clarity and accessibility. Finally, students who opted for the newspaper format produced headlines, feature articles, and editorials that captured multiple perspectives of the war era. This project emphasized student choice, creativity, and historical thinking skills. By reinterpreting historical events through varied media, students not only deepened their content knowledge but also practiced communication, critical thinking, and design skills.

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Highlighting certifications, professional development, and achievements that shape my teaching.

Accomplishments

 Earned my bachelor's degree in Secondary Social Science Education as well as a minor in Biblical Studies. 

Southeastern University: 2010

 Currently certified in Secondary Social Science Education 6-12 

Teaching Certificate: State of Alabama
     

 Voted Teacher of the Year for Geneva County High School by my colleagues, as well as a committee of parents, administration, and students. 

Teacher of the Year: 2018-2019
     

 Maintain active certification as a licensed school bus driver, demonstrating responsibility, safety awareness, and commitment to supporting students beyond the classroom. 

School Bus Driver: Alabama Class B CDL Holder
     

 This program is allowing me to deepen my knowledge in instructional design, special education pedagogy, and inclusive practices. 

Graduate Coursework (In progress): The University of Alabama
  

Contact

  • Geneva, AL, USA