Continuing Education Day Resources
Links to workshop resources...
Continuing Education Day Technology Workshops
Dr Engle's Presentation (PowerPoint)
Embedding Technology in the Curriculum
Wendy Leach & Amy Black
Room 1201
Session 1 & 2
See examples of utilizing various technologies in the classroom setting. Video conferencing, blogging, email, and so much more!
Nvu Web Publishing
Lori Mau & Lauri Elson
Presentation Links:
http://computertools.wordpress.com/
Nvu Download Site (FREE Program!)
2200 Lab
Session 1 & 2
We will be looking at the basics of how to use Nvu to create web pages. We will also look at how to attach them to First Class to get your web page published.
21st Century Skills in Practice - "The Cyber Classroom"
Tanya Windham
Presentation Links:
21st Century Skills in Practice - "The Cyber Classroom"
Room 1107
Session 1 & 2
Actual implementation of several online tools (wiki, blog, webquest, etc.) in the classroom.
The Jing Project
Will Winchester
Presentation Links:
http://wwinchester.wordpress.com/
http://www.jingproject.com/
http://www.screencast.com/
Room 1722
Session 1 & 2
The Jing Project enables a person to record a lesson from items on your computer or SMART Board. Jing is a program that can record a lesson about a worksheet, program on the computer, or objects on a web camera. The program is simple and does not require very much training to understand.
Quia
David Cooper
Presentation Links:
Room 2301
Session 1 & 2
Create online assessments and tutorials with Quia.
Windows Movie Maker
Julie Anderson
Presentation Links:
Movie Maker Intermediate Level Editing
Room 1538
Session 1 & 2
Participants will get hands-on experience using Windows Movie Maker. In addition to an overview of the software, we'll also see how easy it is to input video clips or still images, and import sounds from various sources.
"Getting acquainted with GIMP" basics of image manipulation
Cory Dosland
Presentation Links:
1200 Lab
Session 1 & 2
Come and get acquainted with GIMP (an open source version of Photoshop). Learn how to combine two images into one, create a basic animation using multiple layers, or learn how to make text with an image as the text color.
Using Blogs and First Class to Publish Class Work and Keep Parents Informed & Why Buy It When You Can Find It?
Allen Furlong
Presentation Links:
2300 Lab
Session 1 & 2
We will view examples of student work published on the web and ways to increase communication with parents using the internet. We will brainstorm other applications for the technology and practical ways to use the technology in the classroom. This session will also introduce how to start your own blog for free.
Textbooks and Technology: Selection and Integration
Dan Smith
Textbook Company Links:
Room 1205
Session 1 & 2
This workshop will show participants the process we used to select our middle school math textbooks, as well as some of the ways we are integrating the technology that accompanies the textbook.
Getting the most out of First Class Web Publishing?
Barb Mohrman
Presentation Links:
Room 1305
Session 1 & 2
The workshop will show how to create a web page using First Class Web Publishing. It will also show ways to use your web page to enhance the curriculum you are teaching. It will give ideas of things you can do with your web page to connect students and parents to your class.
Engage Students with BrainPOP!
Denise DiGiovanni
Presentation Links:
Room 1537
Session 1 & 2
K-8 teachers, come learn about BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr.! These online resources are engaging, aligned with state standards, and easy to use! The diverse content and interactive capabilities will help you to differentiate instruction to meet the multiple learning styles in your classroom.
Tips and Tricks of Infinite Campus
Tami Eshleman & Connie Thompson
Presentation Links:
Media Center
Session 1
Teachers will be shown updates to Infinite Campus. Have you ever wondered what to do with a transfer student? Why aren't my assignments in the right order in Section Summary? Why are my grade calculations not working out? This is the workshop to attend. If you have ever wondered how to customize your IC gradebook then you may want to come and find out the tricks of Infinite Campus.
"Hands-on Practical Uses of NetTrekker for the Classroom"
Denise Flanders & Mackenzie Green
Presentation Links:
Media Center
Session 2
We will be using NetTrekker along with Microsoft Office to set up classroom activities in which students will use teacher selected online resources. Participants will have an opportunity set up and save activities ready for student use in their own classrooms.
No Child Without Technology
Cortney Larsen & Diane Livingston
Presentation Links:
Room 1401
Session 1 & 2
Learn simple accommodations that can be utilized for all students in the classroom. Discussion will include the hows and whys of using SMART Boards, iPods, WYNN, Clickers, and Inspiration. You will also get a variety of educational websites that can be used in the classroom.
Digital Cameras
Laurie Maline
Room 1203
Session 1 & 2
Get familiar with various digital cameras available in the district, learn digital camera basics, and get ideas for using digital cameras in the classroom.
Utilizing the ELMO in the Classroom
Treva Uppal
Resource Links:
Room 1204
Session 1 & 2
Become familiar with what an ELMO is (a document camera not a Muppet!) and how to use it!
Utilizing Internet Resources
Marla Thompson
Room 2509
Session 1 & 2
“What is a blog and how are teachers using them in their classroom?” "How are teacher's doing Web pages these days? "What are the latest classroom trends with the Internet?" If you have asked yourself these questions, stop by this session to find the answer to these and other Internet questions!! Come explore what is happening in classrooms with the "net".
Breaking Through the Walls of Your Classroom
Tony Loper, Tim Vanderheiden, & Neil Hokanson
Presentation Links:
Skype District Website Information Link
Skype in the Classroom Handout
Room 1209
Session 1 & 2
How do you connect your classroom with the rest of the world? This workshop will help you learn the basics of video conferencing with a simple webcam and free Skype software.
It’s not working, now what do I do!?!
Larry Lashell, Shandell Sims, & Janean Fode
Presentation Links:
Room 1403
Session 1 & 2
Identify basic computer troubleshooting techniques and ways to organize and maintain your teacher workstation.
Projectors, Slates, & Netbooks, Oh My!
Brian Tegtmeier & Meryl Hedgcock
Presentation Links:
Airliner Wireless Slate Manual
Counting Money (SMART Notebook file format)
Room 2309
Session 1 & 2
The basics of setting up a projector in a classroom setting, utilizing the SMART Tech Airliner Wireless Slate, and an introduction to Netbooks.
SMART Board Training
Ed Pullen, Kris Klem & Chris Kidwell
Presentation Links:
Notebook 10 Demo (SMART Notebook file format)
Rooms 2201 & 2205 (Dec. 5th & Jan. 19th only)
Session 1 & 2
Professional SMART Board training from Kris Klem a CCS Certified Trainer and Chris Kidwell SMART Tech Area Manager.
Using Google Applications to Truly Collaborate
Lori Brouillette
Presentation Links:
Using Google Applications to Truly Collaborate
Room 1105
Session 1 & 2
Google Applications is free, web-based, interactive software. It includes, but is not limited to, word processing, slide show presentations, spreadsheets and websites. Learn how Google Apps work, and how you can use them with colleagues or students to truly collaborate on projects. Heck, you can just use them as an easy way to bring your work home. You'll realize that Google Apps is a user-friendly way to streamline your efforts when working with students, their families, and other educators.
Digital Storytelling with Photo Story 3
Tara Foster
Room 1309
Session 1 & 2
Participants will have the opportunity to learn the basics of Photo Story 3. They will also see how easy it is to incorporate this tool into K-12 classrooms. Demonstration will include: learning the basics of making a photo story, where photo stories could be included into the curriculum, student examples of photo stories, and a panel of students that use Photo Story and can show you their work. Come and enjoy a fresh approach to student projects.
CPS Clickers: Getting Started
Tom Luke, Michelle Moore and Michelle Strickland
Room 1405 (Dec.5th & Jan. 19th Only)
Session 1 & 2
Learn how educators are integrating Clickers in the classroom.
