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Jordan Reynolds

ELA Teacher, Grade 5 Head Teacher, Homeroom Teacher

Jordan Reynolds is an experienced ELA educator and has taught at multiple schools in both China and Honduras. He is from the United Kingdom and holds a BA in Anthropology from the University of Birmingham (2014) and an MA in International Education from Keele University (2024).

As the Head of Grade 5, Jordan Reynolds oversees curriculum implementation, student development, and teacher collaboration to create a thriving and supportive learning environment. He also teaches English Language Arts to Grades 5 and 6, focusing on fostering reading comprehension, critical thinking, and self-expression among intermediate learners.

Jordan's interests include reading, traveling, exploring new cultures, and exercising. His educational philosophy emphasizes cross-cultural understanding, inquiry-based learning, and integrating innovative teaching methodologies. Additionally, he is passionate about applying educational technology to enhance student engagement, critical thinking, and language acquisition. He is particularly interested in interdisciplinary approaches that incorporate anthropology, literature, and global perspectives into the classroom.

Jordan believes education is a transformative process that empowers learners to become critical thinkers, compassionate global citizens, and lifelong learners. He views the classroom as a dynamic space where students not only acquire knowledge but also develop the skills and confidence to navigate an interconnected world.

At MSA, Jordan hopes to inspire students to discover the joy of learning and self-expression through English Language Arts. He aims to create an inclusive and engaging environment where every learner feels valued and challenged. As Head of Grade 5, Jordan is dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration among colleagues and aligning curriculum goals with the school's mission to nurture creativity, self-direction, and intercultural competence.

Jordan also seeks to integrate research-based strategies and technologies to support non-native English speakers and enhance language acquisition. He is particularly interested in developing innovative assessment methods that prioritize student growth and self-reflection. Ultimately, he strives to contribute to MSA's vision of producing well-rounded, socially aware individuals equipped to thrive in a diverse, ever-evolving world.

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Biomimetic Design

Disciplines/Subjects: Science、Language、Engineer Key Themes: Creativity, Design, Biomimetics Biomimetics is a discipline that involves understanding the principles and mechanisms of biology and applying this knowledge to fields such as engineering, technology, and design. It aims to imitate the structures, functions, and behaviors of living organisms in nature to develop products and systems that are more efficient, energy-saving, environmentally friendly, and intelligent. The applications of biomimetics are extremely broad, including robotics, aircraft, automobiles, architecture, materials science, medicine, and more. Common examples of biomimetic design in our daily lives range from large-scale items like airplanes and eco-friendly buildings to smaller ones like medical bandages and swimsuits. All these are inspired by nature, which provides endless inspiration to designers willing to change reality. In this project, third-grade learners will observe the different characteristics of plants and animals, identify real-life problems that need to be solved, establish connections between the two, and attempt to design a biomimetic product to address these practical issues. Even more excitingly, they will have the opportunity to embark on an entrepreneurial journey. They will hold a formal product launch with their own design. If they receive support from more judges, they may even have the chance to initiate the production of their entrepreneurial product! Throughout this process, they will act as product designers, understanding what a product is, who it aims to solve problems for, what unique design it should have, and how to transform a design into a tangible prototype. They will also be entrepreneurs, needing to deliver a presentation to showcase their achievements and growth. Of course, we also encourage them to fulfill their roles and contribute within their teams. If they can manage budgeting and design, it may offer even greater assistance to their entrepreneurship.