Moodle and Web 2.0
Kristi Shaw, Marian University
Klshaw64@marianuniversity.edu
Did you know that you can integrate many Web 2.0 tools into your Moodle course management system? Attend this session to learn how to maximize your potential with Moodle.
Project-Based Learning Through Technology
Jennifer Hana, Wrightstown Middle School
hana@wrightstown.k12.wi.us
Wrightstown Middle School is focused on using Project-Based Learning as a way to integrate technology. This has led to changes in what is taught in computer classes to better prepare students to increase their technology skills.
IPads in the Classroom
Jenna Linskens, Marian University
Jalinskens67@marianuniversity.edu
Discover free and inexpensive applications that can be used across the curriculum to improve student performance and understanding of content. Using iTunes and iTunes U for educational podcasts and vidcasts will also be discussed.
Cyber Citizenship
Dr. Aida Michlowski, Marian Universit
amichlowski@marianuniversity.edu
This session will discuss the nine themes of digital citizenship. Curricula and lesson plans focusing on issues such as spamming, sexting, cyberbullying, illegal downloads, hi-tech cheating, tweeting and facebooking will be examined.
Minecraft EDU (Game-based Learning)
Thomas Hartley, Rachel Ryan, Joe Vrchota, Wheatland Center School
thomas.hartley@wcspk8.org
MinecraftEDU is a new first-person game that uses an open-ended format to allow teachers the ability to meet students’ needs through game-based learning. MinecraftEDU and web-based games can meet Common Core Standards in a fun and interactive way.
Get Googled in Your Classroom!
Kaye Henrickson, Black River Falls School District
Kaye.henrickson@brf.org
Learn how to create collaborative documents, class websites, online assessments and much more by using Google Apps for Education! Participants will take away numerous tools to incorporate immediately in their classrooms in this hands-on session.
Technology Integrated Content
Nick Croak, Helen Xiong, Brookwood Middle School
nick.croak@badger.k12.wi.us
This presentation will highlight technology tools that can be used across the curriculum to increase student engagement and understanding of core content. Using Google as a learning and collaborating platform, as well as iPad apps will be included in this session.
Socrative.com
Jason Creel, Wheatland Center School
Jason.creel@wcspk8.org
Using Socrative.com in the one-to-one classroom to is a great way for teachers to effectively monitor and assess student progress in a comfortable environment. With Socrative, teachers get instand feedback on each student’s awareness and comprehension.
Providing Access to All Students
Jason Tadlock, Thomas Hartley, Isaac Wadlund, Patricia Clements, Wheatland Center School
jason.tadlock@wcspk8.org
With today’s tight budgets, the first reaction is often to cut back and eliminate opportunities. However, by expanding opportunities and providing greater access and opportunities to our students we have experienced greater success academically and fiscally. We’ll share our successes and failures during our school’s recent transformation.
Google Gluttons
Malia Hoffmann, Marian University
mmhoffmann74@marianuniversity.edu
Learn how to maximize your use of Google Tools. Discover Google Sites, Docs and Forms and work in the cloud from anywhere.
Web 2.0 Smorgasbord
Stacci Barganz, School District of Janesville
sbarganz@janesville.k12.wi.us
In this hands-on Web 2.0 seminar, you will learn of the best or latest in Web 2.0 Tools that can be used in your classroom, as well as the positives and negatives of using each at the middle level. The emphasis during this session will be on free tools that are classroom tested.
iTunes U
Kristi Shaw, Marian University
Klshaw64@marianuniversity.edu
Learn how to integrate rich multi-media content into your existing lessons using iTunes U and only your computer with an LCD projector. iTunes U provides free access to educational materials from around the globe!
The Online Portfolio: Wikis and Blogs
Jenna Linskens, Marian University
Jalinskens67@marianuniversity.edu
This session focuses on Wikis and Blogs and how educators can use them in a classroom setting to create student portfolios. Session attendees are encouraged to try some of these Web 2.0 tools in this hands-on session.
Making Real-World Connections with a STEM Curriculum
Megan Zirbel, Wheatland Center School
megan.zirbel@wcspk8.org
Get students excited with a hands-on, technology-based science curriculum that encourages them to solve real world problems the same way engineers do! Learn how to integrate programs like Gateway to Technology and the JASON project into your science lessons to increase student engagement and achievement.
Creating a Multi-Lingual Program Using Rosetta Stone
Jason Tadlock, Patti Clements, Wheatland Center School
jason.tadlock@wcspk8.org
In the 21st century the need for students to learn world languages is greater than ever. We’ll demonstrate how our district is using Rosetta Stone to provide a K-8 multi-lingual program.
Cloud Computing
Malia Hoffmann, Marian University
mmhoffmann74@marianuniversity.edu
Go paperless! Learn how to use great tools like Google Docs, Drop Box, and Evernote. Sync them to all your devices and get them anywhere!