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Saturday, January 31
 

9:00am CST

Technology Walk Through - Utilizing a SAMR Rubric
Priority has been placed on the Common Core and PARCC, so many teachers are unaware of ISTE Standards. The solution we've found has been Technology Walk Throughs using SAMR rubrics. Teachers learn in a non-threatening manner how technology can enhance instruction and rekindle their enthusiasm.
Presenters
avatar for Judith Ormerod Assmann

Judith Ormerod Assmann

Digital Learning, Curriculum & Assessment Liaison, Special Ed. Dist. of Lake Co (SEDOL)
My background in teaching, psychology and administration have combined beautifully in my position as a Digital Learning, Curriculum and Assessment Liaison. I work collaboratively with teachers to strive for instructional best practice and monitor the fidelity of implementation of... Read More →
avatar for Donna Strollo

Donna Strollo

Technology Coordinator, Special Education Dist. of Lake Co (SEDOL)

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2055
  Advanced, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators, Technology Coordinators, Administrators

9:00am CST

3D Printing in the Classroom
The Maker Movement is here! Learn about 3D printing and how it can be used in a K-12 classroom--what it is, how it works, and how it can be used in a classroom to inspire learning, creativity, and innovation.
Presenters
avatar for Andrea Trudeau

Andrea Trudeau

Library Information Specialist, Deerfield District 109
Andrea Trudeau, M.S.Ed., NBCT, is a self-proclaimed no-”shh" librarian who won the 2020 AASL France Henne Award. She currently is a Ph.D. student at Northern Illinois University in Instructional Technology with a focus in virtual reality and how it has the potential to both embody... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2060
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

9:00am CST

Developing a Behavior Monitoring System with Google Sheets
Come learn how an alternative campus has developed and deployed an in depth and real time solution for collecting behavior data utilizing the ecosystem with Sheets as the foundation.
Presenters
avatar for James Gubbins

James Gubbins

District Technology Coordinator, Maine Township High School District 207
James Gubbins has been on the forefront of implementing technology in the classroom. He maintains the blog zenodotus.net which gives succinct, helpful information on useable technology and explores current trends in educational design and pedagogy. As the District Technology Coordinator... Read More →
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Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2045
  ALL skill levels, Administrators, Classroom Teachers, Technology Coordinators

9:00am CST

Digital Storytelling: Get it Write!
Movies, TV shows, commercials, PSA's, coming attractions, YouTube - students understand the language of film and television. Use the writing process to build on the visual grammar we see on a daily basis in movies and TV to create short student videos that communicate effectively and are memorable.
Presenters
avatar for Joe Brennan

Joe Brennan

Creativity & Innovation Specialist, Meridian Middle School
I am a former Spanish teacher, AV/Media coordinator and coach who recently unretired to fill in as Creativity & Innovation Specialist at Meridian Middle School in Buffalo Grove. My Spanish students at Niles West showed me the power of student made videos and I've been a digital storytelling... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2040
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

9:00am CST

Formative Assessments in the World Language Classroom
This presentation will highlight tools that enable the ability to design and deliver formative assessments into current classroom practice. Whether informal “on the fly” checks for understanding or more formal, structured assessments, all tools provide real time feedback that contribute to modifications in instruction to promote student learning.
Presenters
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Sara Chao

Chinese Language Teacher, New Trier High School
avatar for Jennifer Shike

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2050
  ALL skill levels, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators, Technology Coordinators

9:00am CST

Take Control of Your Gmail Inbox
Are you managing your Gmail Inbox or overwhelmed by it? Put your labels to work managing your workflow, instead of just using them as folders. Utilize Archive and Delete effectively. Find messages quickly and easily with advanced search techniques. Learn about the functionality "labs" can add to your Gmail.
Presenters
avatar for Kate Isabelli

Kate Isabelli

Tech Integration Specialist, Community High School District 128
I have 30+ years experience in technology training and support, the last 15+ yeas spent in education. I'm very comfortable with both G Suite tools and Microsoft office, and do a great deal of work with data management and analysis these days. I support a number of platforms utilized... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
3035
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

9:00am CST

Technology That Supports a Standards-Based Science Classroom
Strategies and tools to enhance scientific learning in a standards-based learning environment that focuses on real-world problem solving. Investigate tech tools for giving feedback, ways to practice science virtually, and ideas for students to express mastery.
Presenters
avatar for Katie Budrow

Katie Budrow

6th Grade Science Teacher, Caruso Middle School, DPS109
Katie Budrow is a sixth grade science teacher at Caruso Middle School in Deerfield, Illinois. Before teaching, Katie spent five years doing chemistry work in the labeling industry. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Zoology from UW-Madison and a Master’s of Art in Teaching from... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
3030
  ALL skill levels, Classroom Teachers

9:00am CST

Written Text: Alive with Technology
Use blogs to enhance and enrich student learning by creating interactive, multi-curricular activities that provide student choice and allow for deeper comprehension of texts. We will share our One School-One Book experience of Chasing Vermeer, by Blue Balliett and demonstrate how to make any text come to life.
Presenters
avatar for Sheri DeCarlo

Sheri DeCarlo

Instructional Technology Coach, Maercker School District 60
avatar for Lynn Gorey

Lynn Gorey

4th Grade Teacher, Maercker School District #60
Twitter @d60Gorey

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2065
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

9:00am CST

The “Maker” Movement. What is it? What can I do? How do I start?
The Maker Movement is all about hands on, and experience based learning. Technology can be a huge aid in these hands on projects. Equally important the Maker Movement takes computer / software based lessons into the real world. We will discuss getting started, finding teaching, and, material resources.
Presenters
avatar for David Stopps

David Stopps

Technology teacher 6-8, Fremont Middle School 79
I am a tech teacher who is constantly in search of how to use that cool thing in a meaningful way. I incorporate robotics, 3D printing and more into my class. I am pushing my students to explore try, and learn from their failures to create bigger, better, faster, things.

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2020
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

9:00am CST

Hacking Google Apps 1.0
Stop thinking about what Google Apps can do and start thinking about the unique things they can do. Beginner Google Apps users learn how the apps can be used to enhance a wide variety of learning styles from keeping students organized, improving their access to materials and increasing student independence.
Presenters
avatar for Carrie Baughcum (she/her/hers)

Carrie Baughcum (she/her/hers)

6/7/8 Extended Resource Teacher, South Middle School, Arlington Heights, IL
Carrie Baughcum is a mother, wife, mismatch sock wearer, a self described inspiration junkie, learning enthusiast and most of all a passionate believer that all children can learn, we just need to find out how. As a teacher of students who receive supports and services through their... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 9:50am CST
2005
  Introductory, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

9:00am CST

Maker's Playground
You've heard of the Maker Movement, why not come experience it first hand?  Stop by the Maker's Playground to explore a variety of hands-on tools and programs that you can use in your classroom to bring out the Maker in each of your students. Some of the tools you'll be able to try out include Makey Makey, Arduino, Sphero, littleBits, LEGO WeDo, and more!
Presenters
avatar for Kim Moldofsky

Kim Moldofsky

Publisher, The Maker Mom
As the publisher of TheMakerMom.com and STEMKidsChicago.com, I help parents raise STEM-loving, Maker-friendly kids. A Chicago-area mom of teen boys (a coding whiz and budding roboticist), I'm also a long-time blogger, vlogger, freelance writer, brand ambassador, digital correspondent... Read More →
avatar for Claire Pritchard

Claire Pritchard

I am currently taking a year off, but previous to this year I've worked as a tech specialist in the Archdiocese of Chicago: at Maternity BVM school in Humboldt Park, and St. Francis Xavier in Wilmette. I'm a firm constructivist, and lately interested in social media advertising and... Read More →
avatar for Melissa Rosen

Melissa Rosen

Technology Teacher, Highland Middle School
Melissa Rosen has been teaching for 14 years. She is currently teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Technology at Highland Middle School in Libertyville, IL. Her current classes include a basic technology skills class, S.T.E.A.M., Movie Making, and Animation. She has presented at multiple... Read More →

Committee
avatar for Bill Steinbach

Bill Steinbach

STEM Teacher, Northwood Junior High School
Bill Steinbach is a middle-school STEM teacher and technology leader at Northwood Junior High School in Highland Park. He has presented at both the ICE conference and NICE MiniCon. He currently runs a district-wide robotics competition for grades 4-8 and sponsors broadcasting and... Read More →
Saturday January 31, 2015 9:00am - 12:00pm CST
3020/3025
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

10:05am CST

Digital Portfolios & Reflections on Learning for Student Success
Empower students to find more success and confidence in learning through the use of digital portfolios. Explore learning strategies to create, collect, curate, and publish work for a wider audience. Make learning reflective and authentic with the use of 21st century digital tools and management procedures for the portfolio process.
Presenters
avatar for Avra Robinson

Avra Robinson

Director of Online Learning and Instructor, EdTechTeacher
Avra Robinson is the Director of Online Learning and an Instructor for EdTechTeacher, as well as an Adjunct Faculty member for Kishwaukee College in Malta, Illinois. An authorized Google Education Trainer and dedicated educational technologist, Avra has been working with teachers... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
1100
  ALL skill levels, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

10:05am CST

Find Your Voice Through Podcasting
Podcasting can be a powerful tool for communicating the positive things happening in your school or classroom! Ready to give your students a voice but aren’t sure where to start? This session will introduce you to the tools and resources to get started using this exciting media!
Presenters
avatar for James Gubbins

James Gubbins

District Technology Coordinator, Maine Township High School District 207
James Gubbins has been on the forefront of implementing technology in the classroom. He maintains the blog zenodotus.net which gives succinct, helpful information on useable technology and explores current trends in educational design and pedagogy. As the District Technology Coordinator... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2055
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

10:05am CST

How I Foster Mathematical Achievement using Google Docs and My Blended Learning System.
Are you looking for a math program that serves diverse skill levels without overburdening the teacher? My system, Math’s Best Friend, motivates students to push themselves to higher levels in a competitively fun setting. My method frees you, the teacher, to focus on helping students instead of wasting time on creating, passing, collecting, grading, recording and returning papers. Math’s Best Friend is designed for individual teacher adoption and performs beautifully without the need for one-to-one computing devices. In this session, I’ll share my three year experience using this blended learning plan to accelerate student achievement.
Presenters
avatar for John Tomczak

John Tomczak

8th Grade Algebra/Geometry Teacher, Westchester Middle School
I've been a math teacher since 2002. Taught at the middle, high school, and community college levels. I'm a mid-life career changer who came to teaching after careers on electrical engineering and software development. I believe this gives me a unique perspective on education and... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2040
  ALL skill levels, Administrators, Classroom Teachers

10:05am CST

Snapshot into the Minds of Junior High Students: Longitudinal Study
Resource
Over 400 students completed surveys in JH technology classes. Students were asked about experiences with technology at school and home. They also rated their comfort levels. Interestingly, some rated their abilities as "low,” and many more are creative at home. This suggests that teachers create environments that mimic home use.
Presenters
avatar for Dr. Jason Meltzer

Dr. Jason Meltzer

Technology Teacher and Coach, Oak Grove School District #68
Jason Meltzer, Ph.D. is currently a technology integrator and technology teacher at Oak Grove School District #68 in Green Oaks, IL., In this K-8 one-school, school district, he has worked with students and teachers of all grade levels on strategies of incorporating creative digital... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2065
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

10:05am CST

Unleashing classroom creativity!
The Ultimate Evidence of Learning is Creation, but what will it take to make the creative classroom a reality? This session will explore the many possible avenues for creative student expression made possible with the iPad or Chrome books. The focus will be on what is necessary to create a CULTURE of creation in your school or classroom. Other topics to be addressed include assessing creative products, student choice, sharing student creations and using creation as formative and summative assessment.
Presenters
avatar for Shawn McCusker

Shawn McCusker

Director of Professional Learning, Digital Promise
Shawn McCusker has 25 years of experience as a middle and high school teacher in public, private and alternative schools. His is the author of the Solution Tree press book "Becoming Active Citizens: Practices to Engage Students in Civic Education Across the Curriculum." (2022) In... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2025
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

10:05am CST

Nearpod / Rockin' Lessons, Engaging Classrooms
Bring the classroom to life with interactive mobile presentations
that teachers create and customize themselves. Engage and amaze with
multimedia content that harnesses students’ attention, keeping them focused and maximizing instruction time. Share content and assessments in real time and/or as student-paced learning as you push information, questions, polls, slideshows, videos, audio and other activities to your students.
Presenters
avatar for Billy Spicer

Billy Spicer

Integration Specialist, Winnetka Public Schools 36
Integration specialist in suburban Chicago who strives to enhance student learning through meaningful experiences. I also enjoy hotdogs, coffee, and records.

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2015
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

10:05am CST

School is Flipping Awesome!
Ever wondered what it would take to teach in a flipped classroom? Turning your class into a flipped learning environment is not as scary as it sounds. Attend this session for tips and tricks from a teacher using it in an upper elementary special education math class.
Presenters
avatar for Carrie Griffin

Carrie Griffin

Assistive Technology Facilitator, CCSD15
I'm an Assisitve Technology Facilitator for CCSD15 in Palatine, IL. I started in CCSD15 in 2009 and spent most of that time as a self-contained Special Education teacher (LD) for grades 4-6. I've always been the 'techy teacher' which comes in handy as I work with students, and their... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2005
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators, Technology Coordinators

10:05am CST

Using Technology to Foster Inquiry Based Learning
Getting students to ask their own questions is a valuable skill. With Google’s collaborative online tools as well as RQI’s Question Formulation Technique, students and educators can use simple questioning activities to foster inquiry based learning at any level or subject, which makes students truly own their education.
Presenters
avatar for Chris Brady

Chris Brady

Social Studies Teacher, Grayslake Central High School

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2050
  Intermediate, Applies to ALL

10:05am CST

GAFExecutive Functioning
"Executive function is a set of mental processes that helps connect past experience with present action. People use it to perform activities such as planning, organizing, strategizing, paying attention to and remembering details, and managing time and space" (National Center for Learning Disabilities).

My session is geared toward teachers, focusing on how to structure their classrooms utilizing GAFE to promote executive functioning skills. This session is designed to support teachers in the following areas 1) Organize their Google Drive to optimize file storage and sharing. 2) Equip teachers to have students set-up their own Google Drive to create a portfolio and share work efficiently and effectively with you (no more emails and sharing of Docs!) I have experienced and believe by investing in students and teaching them to structure their own technology, they will begin to take ownership and use GAFE with ease and confidence, promoting independence and ownership.
Presenters
avatar for Stefanie Labellarte

Stefanie Labellarte

Instructional Coach,Teacher on Special Assignment, District 112
Stefanie Labellarte supports student success, growth, innovation across the district as NSSD112's Instructional Coach, Teacher on Special Assignment in the Department of Teaching and Learning. She has served as an educator in NSSD112 for nine years, teaching both at Elm Place Middle... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
3030
  Introductory, Classroom Teachers

10:05am CST

Social Media & More: A Tool for Education
This session will change the way you think about social networks in the classroom. Participants will get an overview of how to set up a class Facebook page and use it as a tool for interaction with students and families. Educators will be equipped with innovative techniques for utilizing various social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Tasia Fields

Tasia Fields

Teacher, Ed Blogger, Waukegan Public Schools / Great Minds TEACH Alike (www.greatmindsteachalike.com)

Saturday January 31, 2015 10:05am - 10:55am CST
2045
  Introductory, Applies to ALL

11:10am CST

Coding in the Curriculum
Integrating coding into the curriculum is an important part of preparing students for their futures. Figuring out where it fits within the already-defined CCSS curriculum is already a challenge in and of itself. In this session, participants will learn the ways in which coding integrates within the Common Core State Standards.
Presenters
avatar for Tara Linney

Tara Linney

EdTech Coach, Singapore American School
Tara Linney is an EdTech Coach at Singapore American School. Linney had worked in EdTech for 6 years, and in education for a total of 7 years. Linney's greatest passion is in integrating computer programming into the predefined curriculum.

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2030
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

11:10am CST

Creative YouTube Video Ideas for Your Classroom
We all know YouTube is the most popular video
sharing site on the Internet. Are you leveraging it’s
ability to allow your school and your students to
engage, create and share in positive and impactful
ways? This session will provide suggestions and tools
you will need to get started!
Presenters
avatar for James Gubbins

James Gubbins

District Technology Coordinator, Maine Township High School District 207
James Gubbins has been on the forefront of implementing technology in the classroom. He maintains the blog zenodotus.net which gives succinct, helpful information on useable technology and explores current trends in educational design and pedagogy. As the District Technology Coordinator... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2025
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

11:10am CST

Focus on Education
“Digital Cameras + Computer = Creative Works of Art”
“I’ve taken pictures of my students, now what can I create with them?” Come and learn a variety of ways you can combine photography and technology to enhance learning, academics and self-confidence in your students. Let’s think “outside the box” and allow our students to create works of art all while learning and practicing a variety of skills (technology, math, history, colors, shapes, facts, foreign language, spelling, etc.). You’ll be able to customize these lessons to fit the level of your students.
Presenters
avatar for Sharon Sossin

Sharon Sossin

Educator, Highland Park High School

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2035
  ALL skill levels, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

11:10am CST

Gamification, Google Docs in the classroom - A Winning Combination!
Explore how you can leverage gamification mechanics, google docs and “flipped” instruction in your classroom. Implementation of gamification can re-engergize learning, creates healthy competition and increases learning engagement. With the use of google forms and 3D Game lab, learning has been transformed into Quests and XP points that engages students.
Presenters
avatar for Helen Lazzaro

Helen Lazzaro

Flipped Learning Consultant, Flipped Learning
Instructional Technology coach emphasizing hands-on, student centered learning and activities focused on critical thinking with student responsibility & accountability. Skilled in activities for personalized learning and those that encourage creativity, critical thinking and problem... Read More →
avatar for Tricia Lazzaro

Tricia Lazzaro

Special Education Teacher, District 225
Tricia is a High School Special Educator & Science teacher and the building Instructional Technology Coach/Facilitator working to make learning fun! In class activities emphasize hands-on, active learning that ignites curiosity. My focus is on job and skill development such as critical... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2065
  ALL skill levels, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

11:10am CST

Google Classroom iCollaboratory Astronomy Projects
Participants may listen or actively log in to a Google Classroom (GC) Astronomy project in the iCollaboratory. They can participate in the GC project activities as a student. They can also create activities of their own. A discussion will follow the hands-on demonstration,
Presenters
avatar for Linda Smentek

Linda Smentek

Associate Director, iCollaboratory
avatar for Bonnie Thurber

Bonnie Thurber

Director, iCollaboratory.org
Bonnie is CEO Educational Continuum ORG NFP; iCollaboratory Director 2008-present; President of Global Hands-on University General Assembly, 2013-2019, member of the Kidlink Association Board of Directors, 2009-current. April 1, 2008, Bonnie joined Northwestern University’s Academic... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2015
  ALL skill levels, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators, Technology Coordinators, Administrators, Applies to ALL

11:10am CST

Keepin’ It Real(time) - Presentation and Real-Time Assessment with Nearpod and Pear Deck
Bring the classroom to life with interactive presentations! The Nearpod and Pear Deck platforms combine presentation and real-­time assessment tools into one integrated solution. Teachers share their interactive lessons and students respond to “checks for understanding” through any device. Teachers can track student results on an individual and group basis.
Presenters
avatar for Jeremy Wickham

Jeremy Wickham

Coordinator of Academic Technology, Zion Elementary School District 6
Jeremy is a Google for Education Certified Trainer with eleven years of experience integrating technology into the classroom. He enjoys helping students from all backgrounds learn the future ready skills to make them successful in school and beyond. He has previous experience working... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
3030
  ALL skill levels, Applies to ALL

11:10am CST

Bundle your Apps for a Sweet Project!
What do you get when you integrate Google sites, with forms, docs, sheets and presentations? A really cool class project! Using the tools that you already know and love, we will simulate a project from start to finish: sign up for a topic, submit the presentation, have group discussions and peer review while accessing it all from your teacher site. It’s Google Apps to the max!
Presenters
avatar for Judy Duesenberg

Judy Duesenberg

Applications Trainer, District 219, Niles North H.S.
As the Applications Trainer for Niles North High School and an authorized Google Education Trainer, I provide support on a daily basis to the faculty and staff. The support has many different faces - weekly 30 minute workshops - Tech Talks; Institute Day workshops; one-to-one just... Read More →
avatar for Cindy Kukla

Cindy Kukla

Applications Trainer, District 219, Niles West H.S.
Cindy Kukla is the Applications Trainer at Niles West High School, District 219. She provides software training/support and technical professional development to the faculty and staff, specializing in Google Apps for Education. Whether it’s individualized training, structured... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2055
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers

11:10am CST

Finding Your Way With Google Maps
Google Maps is so much more than just finding directions and places to have dinner! Using extras like Tour Builder and Smarty Pins, Maps can become a very powerful classroom tool for your kids. During this session we will look at the basics of Maps and the many resources available for use in the classroom.
Presenters
avatar for Tammy Lind

Tammy Lind

Instructional Technology Coach,Google Certified Trainer and Innovator
Tammy is an Instructional Coach in Southeastern Wisconsin.  She is a Google Education Trainer and a Google Certified Innovator as well as an Intel Master Teacher.  A former special education teacher, Tammy is passionate about finding web-based technologies to make the curriculum... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2060
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

11:10am CST

Google Forms - Beyond the Basics
Do you love Google Forms? Well now it does more then ever! In this session, learn about using Forms to do more than ask questions. Explore page-based answers, custom templates, and out of the box ways to use Forms.
Presenters
avatar for Kelli Lane

Kelli Lane

Technology Integration Specialist, Avoca School District 37
Kelli Lane is a Technology Integration Specialist for the Avoca School District. She has a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology as well as Educational Theatre. Teaching in Kansas City, Dubai and now the suburbs of Chicago, Kelli has been a general ed and computer teacher, tech... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2005
  Intermediate, Applies to ALL

11:10am CST

Read, Write & Speak All About It
Engage students in the writing process by encouraging them to collaborate with others as they take their work from just “good enough” to truly GOOD. By unleashing the power of a wider, more authentic audience, teachers can tap into the natural tendencies of the digital native learner.
Presenters
avatar for Avra Robinson

Avra Robinson

Director of Online Learning and Instructor, EdTechTeacher
Avra Robinson is the Director of Online Learning and an Instructor for EdTechTeacher, as well as an Adjunct Faculty member for Kishwaukee College in Malta, Illinois. An authorized Google Education Trainer and dedicated educational technologist, Avra has been working with teachers... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2040
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators

11:10am CST

Reteaching Through Technology
I will show how I use Drive, Movenote, and the internet to reteach (and sometimes teach!) material. I'll also have the group establish a movenote account, and make a presentation on their own.
Presenters
avatar for Jack Stephenson

Jack Stephenson

Teacher, Evanston Township High School

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
2045
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers

11:10am CST

Towards a more Integrated and Engaging Classroom: Solve it with EdPuzzle!
Are you interested in: 1) a concrete way to FLIP your lessons? 2) new ways to design and prescribe lessons for differentiation? 3) harnessing the power of video content combined with formative assessments? 4) using a tool that’s FREE, EASY and WORTH the TIME? Then come to a hands-on session that’ll get you started on all the above. PLUS, using a tool like this in your professional practice will certainly put you on the road to EXCELLENT.
Presenters
avatar for Laura Montgomery

Laura Montgomery

Instructional Technology Coach, Lake Forest School District 67
Laura Montgomery is an instructional technology coach for Lake Forest School District 67. A 30-year veteran educator with experience in the elementary classroom and an instructional technology coach for K-8, Laura has been a change-agent for ed-tech and 21st Century Teaching and Learning... Read More →

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
1200
  Intermediate, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators, Technology Coordinators

11:10am CST

Elementary Makerspace: Engineering the Future
Our elementary Makerspace is based on S.T.E.A.M. activities in which all students in grades K-5 can build, engineer, problem-solve, create, communicate and collaborate in an open, supportive environment.

Three elementary schools in our district have worked together, along with staff and parents to provide hands-on learning opportunities to extend and enhance student educational growth. Come see some activities and what we have learned so far !
Presenters
PJ

Penny Jack

Instructional Technology/Info Literacy Coach, Wheeling CC School Dist. 21
avatar for Laurie Stanley

Laurie Stanley

Information Literacy Coach, Tarkington School
This is my first year creating a Makerspace. I am very excited about it but I have a lot to learn! I am trying to figure out how to best use my limited funds to purchase materials and looking for ideas to accumulate consumable materials for free.
JZ

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
1100
  Introductory, Administrators, Applies to ALL, Classroom Teachers, Media Specialists - Technology Facilitators, Technology Coordinators

11:10am CST

Gone Google.. Time to Share and Collaborate!
Come and discover the advantages of Going Google! Learn the basic features of sharing across all Google Applications and learn various strategies that you can use with students to start sharing and collaborating with you and their peers. 
Presenters
avatar for Angel Villarreal

Angel Villarreal

Instructional Tech Coach, Park Ridge Niles #64

Saturday January 31, 2015 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
3035
  Introductory, Classroom Teachers
 
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  • Applies to ALL grade levels
  • Elementary
  • High School
  • Middle-Junior
  • Session Format
  • Demo-Discussion
  • Hands-On (in a Computer Lab)
  • Hands-on (Participants will be encouraged to bring their own device 'BYOD')
  • Unconference
  • Computer Platform
  • Chromebook
  • iPad
  • Mac
  • Mobile Device
  • Not Platform Specific
  • Windows
  • Tags
  • 1:1
  • Art
  • Assessment
  • Blogs
  • Chrome
  • Chromebooks
  • Classroom Management
  • Coding
  • Collaboration
  • Digital Portfolio
  • Digital Writing
  • ELA
  • Flipped
  • Gamification
  • Google Apps
  • Google Classroom
  • Health
  • iPad
  • MakerEd
  • Math
  • Media
  • MiniGrant
  • NGSS
  • Paperless Classroom
  • PARCC
  • Photography
  • Podcasting
  • Presentation Tools
  • SAMR
  • Science
  • Social Media
  • STEAM
  • Video
  • Web 2.0
  • World Language
  • Writing
  • YouTube