Session 1 Breakout sessions: 8:30 - 9:30
A Classroom in the Clouds: This session will include tips and tricks for using Chromebooks, as well as 25 different ways to use Chromebooks with students in the classroom. Ex. camera uses, video (and online) book reports, Google Classroom app, and more.
Presenter: Beth Ferranto, Hodge Elementary
Intended Audience: 3-6
Tales from a BYOD Classroom: Explore technology tools that can be used in a BYOD learning environment and see how students are using them to personalize and manage their learning with an emphasis on math & science. Learn classroom management strategies, resources such as Kahoot, Thinglink, Zaption, Mystery Skype, 3 Act Math, Student Digital Portfolios, all things Google, & more!
Presenters: Eva Rudolph and Brian Solovic, Fox Middle
Intended Audience: 7-12
Integrating Innovative Technology in the Classroom: The proliferation of technology gives teachers an awesome opportunity to use technology to enhance learning. What is best to use? How do we decide? We believe that the learning must dictate the technology that we use in class each day. From apps and websites to podcasting and 3D printing, each piece of technology has its place in a 21st Century classroom. In this session, we examine your goals in order to find the most appropriate technology for your classroom learning experience.
Presenters: Don Eckert and Melissa Hellwig FEATURED SPEAKERS, Hixon Middle, Webster Groves School District
Intended Audience: 3-6, 7-12, Administrators
Connect to the World using Google Hangouts: Google Hangouts is a powerful and incredibly easy video conferencing tool that can be used by all students using any device. Students can connect with classrooms across the world, facilitate discussions with authors and artists, create virtual tours and even broadcast LIVE! We will provide you with the resources needed to set up your Hangout so your students can start connecting now. Google Hangouts isn't your grandparents' Skype!
Presenter: Manuel Herrera FEATURED SPEAKER, Affton School District
Intended Audience: Prek-2, 3-6, 7-12, Administrators
Digital Storytelling: Digital Storytelling is the modern expression of the ancient art of storytelling. Learn ideas of how to integrate literacy and technology in your classroom using Animoto, iMovie Trailer, and Book Creator.
Presenter: Kathy Hann, Meramec Heights
Intended Audience: Prek-2, 3-6,
Project-Based Learning: This session will provide an explanation of the concept of project-based learning and show participants how projects are more than supplementary end-of-unit activities. Participants will leave this session with ideas of how to infuse projects and creation into their regular class routine.
Presenter: Patrick Dempsey, FEATURED SPEAKER, Hixon Middle School, Webster Groves School District
Intended Audience: 3-6, 7-12, Administrators
Presenter: Beth Ferranto, Hodge Elementary
Intended Audience: 3-6
Tales from a BYOD Classroom: Explore technology tools that can be used in a BYOD learning environment and see how students are using them to personalize and manage their learning with an emphasis on math & science. Learn classroom management strategies, resources such as Kahoot, Thinglink, Zaption, Mystery Skype, 3 Act Math, Student Digital Portfolios, all things Google, & more!
Presenters: Eva Rudolph and Brian Solovic, Fox Middle
Intended Audience: 7-12
Integrating Innovative Technology in the Classroom: The proliferation of technology gives teachers an awesome opportunity to use technology to enhance learning. What is best to use? How do we decide? We believe that the learning must dictate the technology that we use in class each day. From apps and websites to podcasting and 3D printing, each piece of technology has its place in a 21st Century classroom. In this session, we examine your goals in order to find the most appropriate technology for your classroom learning experience.
Presenters: Don Eckert and Melissa Hellwig FEATURED SPEAKERS, Hixon Middle, Webster Groves School District
Intended Audience: 3-6, 7-12, Administrators
Connect to the World using Google Hangouts: Google Hangouts is a powerful and incredibly easy video conferencing tool that can be used by all students using any device. Students can connect with classrooms across the world, facilitate discussions with authors and artists, create virtual tours and even broadcast LIVE! We will provide you with the resources needed to set up your Hangout so your students can start connecting now. Google Hangouts isn't your grandparents' Skype!
Presenter: Manuel Herrera FEATURED SPEAKER, Affton School District
Intended Audience: Prek-2, 3-6, 7-12, Administrators
Digital Storytelling: Digital Storytelling is the modern expression of the ancient art of storytelling. Learn ideas of how to integrate literacy and technology in your classroom using Animoto, iMovie Trailer, and Book Creator.
Presenter: Kathy Hann, Meramec Heights
Intended Audience: Prek-2, 3-6,
Project-Based Learning: This session will provide an explanation of the concept of project-based learning and show participants how projects are more than supplementary end-of-unit activities. Participants will leave this session with ideas of how to infuse projects and creation into their regular class routine.
Presenter: Patrick Dempsey, FEATURED SPEAKER, Hixon Middle School, Webster Groves School District
Intended Audience: 3-6, 7-12, Administrators