Breakout Session 2 (9:45-10:30am)
NOTE: The sessions listed below are close to being finalized for this time slot; however, changes may be possible in the coming days.
A Primary Classroom in the 21st Century
Room 1316
Shannon Descamps and Amy Laidlaw, Fraser Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Are you looking for new ways to incorporate technology and enhance learning in primary grades? Join our discussion for great ways to integrate technology into your classroom. We will discuss how to use tech during reading/math time, project ideas, and how connecting via Skype and Twitter has brought a new level of engagement into our classes.
Room 1316
Shannon Descamps and Amy Laidlaw, Fraser Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Are you looking for new ways to incorporate technology and enhance learning in primary grades? Join our discussion for great ways to integrate technology into your classroom. We will discuss how to use tech during reading/math time, project ideas, and how connecting via Skype and Twitter has brought a new level of engagement into our classes.
Android Tablets in the Elementary Setting
Room 1218
Jerry Johnson, Muskegon | Presentation Resources
In this session, learn how one district placed 400 Android tablets in the hands of kindergarten and first grade students. We’ll discuss teacher professional development, the Google Play for Education store, how apps are purchased, and what is different in the Android environment. You’ll learn some tips and tricks so that you can be successful with Android tablets in your school/district.
Room 1218
Jerry Johnson, Muskegon | Presentation Resources
In this session, learn how one district placed 400 Android tablets in the hands of kindergarten and first grade students. We’ll discuss teacher professional development, the Google Play for Education store, how apps are purchased, and what is different in the Android environment. You’ll learn some tips and tricks so that you can be successful with Android tablets in your school/district.
Chrome Extensions and Tips to Differentiate Instruction
Room 1304
Andy Mann, Muskegon Area ISD | Presentation Resources
Learn how you to support learning for all students as you explore the best extensions for Chrome and Chromebooks. Learn about “must have” extensions to read text aloud, look up a word definition, or block distracting comments and videos in YouTube. Learn Chrome tips to be help students be more productive and even use their Chromebooks offline. Leave ready to expand the power of the Chrome or Chromebook to better support all learners.
Room 1304
Andy Mann, Muskegon Area ISD | Presentation Resources
Learn how you to support learning for all students as you explore the best extensions for Chrome and Chromebooks. Learn about “must have” extensions to read text aloud, look up a word definition, or block distracting comments and videos in YouTube. Learn Chrome tips to be help students be more productive and even use their Chromebooks offline. Leave ready to expand the power of the Chrome or Chromebook to better support all learners.
Chrome Tools for Supporting Reading
Room 1222
Carinn Hower and Jim Kauppila, Muskegon Area ISD | Presentation Resources
This session will focus on both free and subscription based Chrome tools to support students who struggle with reading. Tools covered will include free text readers (Chrome Speak and Select & Speak), as well as a new subscription based text reader which offers options for on-the-fly adjustment of complexity of online reading. Join us to find out how you can use these tools to increase the academic success of your students with reading challenges.
Room 1222
Carinn Hower and Jim Kauppila, Muskegon Area ISD | Presentation Resources
This session will focus on both free and subscription based Chrome tools to support students who struggle with reading. Tools covered will include free text readers (Chrome Speak and Select & Speak), as well as a new subscription based text reader which offers options for on-the-fly adjustment of complexity of online reading. Join us to find out how you can use these tools to increase the academic success of your students with reading challenges.
Diigo: Digging into Research & Improving Informational Reading
Room 1228
Deanna Amstutz, Fruitport Community Schools | Presentation Resources
Diigo offers a streamlined way to read, research, organize, annotate, share, and collaborate information in the digital age. Diigo offers educational accounts for free; teachers can create classes, share webpages, articles, and other information with students. Users can save and tag information for later use, as well as highlight, annotate, and share with others. Learn how this "multi-tool" can enhance informational reading and research in your classroom.
Room 1228
Deanna Amstutz, Fruitport Community Schools | Presentation Resources
Diigo offers a streamlined way to read, research, organize, annotate, share, and collaborate information in the digital age. Diigo offers educational accounts for free; teachers can create classes, share webpages, articles, and other information with students. Users can save and tag information for later use, as well as highlight, annotate, and share with others. Learn how this "multi-tool" can enhance informational reading and research in your classroom.
Forms with Function
Room 1330
Lisa Zuñiga, Forest Hills Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Tired of papers getting lost between home and school regarding the field trip? Need to get an accurate count for t-shirt sizes? Looking for an easier way to grade your test? Learn how to use Google Forms to create questionnaires and tests that can do all this and more. Already use Forms? Take yours to the next level by creating forms that will redirect to different questions based on the answers given. Come in with an idea and walk out with a completed form ready to use when school start.
Room 1330
Lisa Zuñiga, Forest Hills Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Tired of papers getting lost between home and school regarding the field trip? Need to get an accurate count for t-shirt sizes? Looking for an easier way to grade your test? Learn how to use Google Forms to create questionnaires and tests that can do all this and more. Already use Forms? Take yours to the next level by creating forms that will redirect to different questions based on the answers given. Come in with an idea and walk out with a completed form ready to use when school start.
Formative Assessment Tools You Can Use the First Day of School
Room 1310
Heather Hall, Mona Shores | Presentation Resources
The number of formative assessment tools available in technology seems to be multiplying every day. This fast-paced session will overview some of the easiest, most engaging Web 2.0 tools for formative assessment today. You're sure to leave this session with at least one tool that you can use on the first day of school.
Room 1310
Heather Hall, Mona Shores | Presentation Resources
The number of formative assessment tools available in technology seems to be multiplying every day. This fast-paced session will overview some of the easiest, most engaging Web 2.0 tools for formative assessment today. You're sure to leave this session with at least one tool that you can use on the first day of school.
Getting Your Classroom Online Using Schoology
Room 1318
Mike Phillips, Mona Shores Public Schools | Presentation Resources
The 1:1 shift has arrived and the blending learning model will be critical to captivate and motivate students, but how do I manage my content online? There are so many choices and options when it comes to an LMS (Learning Management System), Google Classroom, Moodle, Edmodo ..... and my favorite (and free) Schoology. Learn the basics of creating and managing your online classroom. Explore making folders, assignments and tests/quizzes to managing a virtual classroom discussion. Attendees should bring their laptop (or mobile device) to follow along as we will create folders, assignments and tests/quizzes.
Room 1318
Mike Phillips, Mona Shores Public Schools | Presentation Resources
The 1:1 shift has arrived and the blending learning model will be critical to captivate and motivate students, but how do I manage my content online? There are so many choices and options when it comes to an LMS (Learning Management System), Google Classroom, Moodle, Edmodo ..... and my favorite (and free) Schoology. Learn the basics of creating and managing your online classroom. Explore making folders, assignments and tests/quizzes to managing a virtual classroom discussion. Attendees should bring their laptop (or mobile device) to follow along as we will create folders, assignments and tests/quizzes.
How To Use Google Drive Effectively
Room 1320
Jessica VanderLaan, Fruitport | Presentation Resources
Google Drive is a powerful online file cabinet, but we need to know how to use it effectively. Come learn how to organize, navigate, and search your Drive. We will practice creating, uploading, and moving files around within your Drive. This will be a hands on session where you will leave feeling comfortable with Google Drive.
Room 1320
Jessica VanderLaan, Fruitport | Presentation Resources
Google Drive is a powerful online file cabinet, but we need to know how to use it effectively. Come learn how to organize, navigate, and search your Drive. We will practice creating, uploading, and moving files around within your Drive. This will be a hands on session where you will leave feeling comfortable with Google Drive.
Sharing Your School's Story
Room 1314
Julie Clark and Jane Essenburg, Jenison Public Schools | Presentation Resources
How can you spread positivism and all of the amazing things happening in your school and classroom? Learn how to use Twitter to build stronger relationships in and out of your building. Create a blog, how to keep it current. Create powerful videos quickly and easily.
Room 1314
Julie Clark and Jane Essenburg, Jenison Public Schools | Presentation Resources
How can you spread positivism and all of the amazing things happening in your school and classroom? Learn how to use Twitter to build stronger relationships in and out of your building. Create a blog, how to keep it current. Create powerful videos quickly and easily.
Skype in the Classroom
Room 1302
Sarah Taylor and Christa Johnson, Spring Lake Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Have you ever wanted to take a field trip and couldn't because it was too expensive? Well now you can for free and you don't even have to leave your classroom. Technology has changed the face of teaching. Learn how to use Skype in the classroom to take virtual field trips, collaborate with other teachers, conduct a Mystery Skype, visit and learn about other states or countries, and much much more! Be ready to discuss ways to utilize Skype in your classroom. Find lessons that will fit into your subject/grade level. You do not need to be "tech savvy" to participate.
Room 1302
Sarah Taylor and Christa Johnson, Spring Lake Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Have you ever wanted to take a field trip and couldn't because it was too expensive? Well now you can for free and you don't even have to leave your classroom. Technology has changed the face of teaching. Learn how to use Skype in the classroom to take virtual field trips, collaborate with other teachers, conduct a Mystery Skype, visit and learn about other states or countries, and much much more! Be ready to discuss ways to utilize Skype in your classroom. Find lessons that will fit into your subject/grade level. You do not need to be "tech savvy" to participate.
Technology in the Math Classroom
Room 1328
Tara Maynard, Zeeland Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Technology and mathematics should go hand-in-hand. Come see where technology can be integrated into math class. We’ll look at sites (geogebra.org & desmos.com) that will allow students to explore. We’ll see how gathering data (socrative.com) can help students have conversations around certain math topics. Giving assessments with technology (thatquiz.org) can help free up a teacher’s time grading as well as give students instant feedback. If used correctly, technology can enhance your math lessons and make your work flow smarter. We’ll discuss sites mentioned here as well as others that add to the math classroom.
Room 1328
Tara Maynard, Zeeland Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Technology and mathematics should go hand-in-hand. Come see where technology can be integrated into math class. We’ll look at sites (geogebra.org & desmos.com) that will allow students to explore. We’ll see how gathering data (socrative.com) can help students have conversations around certain math topics. Giving assessments with technology (thatquiz.org) can help free up a teacher’s time grading as well as give students instant feedback. If used correctly, technology can enhance your math lessons and make your work flow smarter. We’ll discuss sites mentioned here as well as others that add to the math classroom.
Tips & Tricks for Organizing Your Gmail
Room 1204
Dave Tchozewski, Jenison Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Arguably the most popular email service, your Gmail account can become overwhelming if you don’t keep it organized. Learn tips and tricks for managing your account including labels, filters, signatures and more. We will explore settings that can make Gmail work better for you.
Room 1204
Dave Tchozewski, Jenison Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Arguably the most popular email service, your Gmail account can become overwhelming if you don’t keep it organized. Learn tips and tricks for managing your account including labels, filters, signatures and more. We will explore settings that can make Gmail work better for you.
Transform Your Teaching Day with Photo and Video Tools
Room 1306
Mindy Lynch, Ravenna Public Schools | Presentation Resources
A picture is worth a thousand words, an edited photo is worth a million and a video can be priceless. Let a veteran Educator show how easy it is to take and use video tools in the classroom, upload them to UTube or Twitter and document what wonderful things are happening each day in your classroom. The best camera apps, editing tools and video ideas can transform your teaching.
Room 1306
Mindy Lynch, Ravenna Public Schools | Presentation Resources
A picture is worth a thousand words, an edited photo is worth a million and a video can be priceless. Let a veteran Educator show how easy it is to take and use video tools in the classroom, upload them to UTube or Twitter and document what wonderful things are happening each day in your classroom. The best camera apps, editing tools and video ideas can transform your teaching.
Teaching Code in the Elementary Classroom
Room 1324
Stephanie Lear, Saint Joseph Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Sometimes, the very word “coding” creates a sense of “no way, that’s not for me or my students.” However, the logical thought process involved with coding helps students develop critical thinking skills. In this session, utilize tools such as 2Code, code.org, makey-makeys, and Sphero balls to develop those skills.
Room 1324
Stephanie Lear, Saint Joseph Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Sometimes, the very word “coding” creates a sense of “no way, that’s not for me or my students.” However, the logical thought process involved with coding helps students develop critical thinking skills. In this session, utilize tools such as 2Code, code.org, makey-makeys, and Sphero balls to develop those skills.
Why Are You Asking That Question?
Room 1200
Connie Hamilton, Saranac Community Schools | Presentation Resources
NOTE: This is a single-topic session that meets throughout the second and third breakout time slots (9:45-11:30am). High tech isn't at it's most effective level without quality questions. This LOW TECH session will examine 7 basic principles for increasing student engagement through use of questioning. Info will be shared via Nearpod and will include easy to implement strategies you can use tomorrow.
Room 1200
Connie Hamilton, Saranac Community Schools | Presentation Resources
NOTE: This is a single-topic session that meets throughout the second and third breakout time slots (9:45-11:30am). High tech isn't at it's most effective level without quality questions. This LOW TECH session will examine 7 basic principles for increasing student engagement through use of questioning. Info will be shared via Nearpod and will include easy to implement strategies you can use tomorrow.
YouManage YouTube
Room 1312
Carrie Andrews, Ravenna Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Learn how to manage and utilize your YouTube account for effective use in the classroom! In this hands-on session, you will learn how to create a playlist, upload your own videos and edit your videos without the need for any video editing software. Participants should have some topics in mind for which they would like to create a playlist. Participants will also have the opportunity to edit and upload their own videos to YouTube.
Room 1312
Carrie Andrews, Ravenna Public Schools | Presentation Resources
Learn how to manage and utilize your YouTube account for effective use in the classroom! In this hands-on session, you will learn how to create a playlist, upload your own videos and edit your videos without the need for any video editing software. Participants should have some topics in mind for which they would like to create a playlist. Participants will also have the opportunity to edit and upload their own videos to YouTube.
