Integrating the arts into project-based learning places a contextual lens around evidence-based reading and writing. Currently available technology resources will be demonstrated as tools to foster critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.Presenter Resources
iTunes U is now available to K-12 educators and anyone with an Apple ID. Discover some of the best collections and courses for classroom use. Tickets for this session given 1/2 hour before start time- first come, first serve.
Are your students publishing books with the new, easy-to-use Macintosh iBooks Author and iPad apps. Experience using these apps and then teach them to your students. Fun, educational, creative!Presenter Resources
Interested in exploring how a low-cost, cross-platform, Web tool can energize your teaching? Come join us! We will explore how teachers and students in two districts are effectively using Evernote to collaborate.Presenter Resources
This meeting will feature the introduction of Board of Directors officers and 2013 Board candidates. Board president will present a review of CUE programs, partnerships and the annual financial report. There will be a discussion of affiliate and SIG activities and ways to get involved in their programs. The session will end with questions and answers.
Learn how students are engaged in learning science through digital resources and tools. Proven lessons used in the NSF funded CyberQUEST project will be shared by classroom middle school teachers.Presenter Resources
Four high school administrators in the middle of a 1:1 iPad implementation discuss a potential new focus on mobile technology use - the student use model.Presenter Resources
So many devices, so many voices telling you which is best. Cut through the hype for the strengths and weaknesses of each for your school.Presenter Resources
In this hands-on session learn how to work with Adobe’s easy to use video editing software to create compelling videos for the classroom. Premiere Elements is a fully cross-platformed application and suitable for every classroom. The session will be taught on Mac computers by Tom Wolsky, Digital Media Academy’s senior video editing instructor.
The purpose of the session is to introduce ShowMe as an instructional and assessment tool for teachers, present examples of best practices in synchronous and asynchronous learning, and explain how ShowMe can best address the new Common Core Standards.Presenter Resources
Kids love music, and songs can inform, educate, and entertain. Unleash the creative power of songs through the use of GarageBand. Participants will sing and record curricular songs. Tickets for this session given 1/2 hour before start time- first come, first serve.
