SESSION 5, 10:00-11:00
The Latest and Greatest from Apple
Join us for an exciting session featuring the latest products and technology directions for education from Apple Computer. The session will be loaded with exciting demonstrations and will have plenty of time for questions and answers.
Join us for an exciting session featuring the latest products and technology directions for education from Apple Computer. The session will be loaded with exciting demonstrations and will have plenty of time for questions and answers.
Caroline Bruner, Education Account Executive, Apple Computer
Media Literacy, Vocational Arts, Digital Art
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Tablet PC: The Ultimate Teaching and Learning Tool
The Tablet PC has allowed our teaching staff to enhance their curriculum by integrating the linking features of the tablet across multiple applications. The tablet also comes with a number of new applications, (Journal, Ink Flash Cards, PowerToys and more) that make using a seamless integration tool in the classroom. Come see why our teachers love their tablets!
Join us for a presentation and discussion of our first year pilot using tablet technology.
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Mary Marotta, Instructional Technology Specialist (2006 Pathfinder), Sylvia Bullock, Math Teacher, Tom O'Toole, Music Teacher/Department Chair, Nashoba Regional High School
Math, Music, All Content Areas
K-12, administration |
Using Tablets.pdf (3 MB)
Handout.ppt (881KB)
Telling the New Story
It is often said that "the future is not what it use to be." In this information-driven, technology-rich world, where jobs are created and become obsolete in only a few years, preparing our children for a future that we can not even imagine has become one of our society's greatest challenges. There are many barriers that prevent us from retooling our classrooms for 21st century teaching and learning. But at the core are the "stories" about education that we share. Most adults base their images of schooling on their education experiences from 20, 30, or 40 years ago. It is a story that is etched almost indelibly by years of being taught in isolated, assembly-line classrooms. We must change these stories and tell new ones, based on a new world, an unpredictable future, almost unlimited opportunities, a new kind of student, and compelling new learning experiences that have never been possible before. This engaging presentation will provoke visions of a new kind of classroom based on a new information environment, because only with visions of classrooms that are so irresistible that they will wipe out the old images, will we be able to reform education for the 21st century.
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David Warlick, Consultant, Speaker, Author, Raleigh, NC |
GollyGee, Let's get working on student creativity!
Learn how K-8 students can improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills by employing GollyGee Blocks®, a constructivist-based cross platform software application, in the classroom. Examples of student work will be illustrated, discussed, and linked to state learning standards. Creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are fundamental cornerstones of learning. While students must be able to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension skills levels in multi-curriculum areas, they also need to expand upon those skills by applying higher level thinking skills.
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Roland Blocksom, GollyGee Software
Bob Thomas, Instructional Technology Specialist, Michael Driscoll School, Brookline
Constructivist Classrooms, Multiple Intelligences
elementary, special education |
GollyGee Blocks.ppt (11MB)
Free Classroom Resources
Come learn about a free image and technology lesson site, and explore free software tutorials and tools, including a rubric maker, citation tool, and graphic organizer. Come learn about a free image and technology lesson site, and explore free software tutorials and tools, including a rubric maker, citation tool, and graphic organizer.
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Denise MacDevette, Northeast Regional Manager, Tech4Learning
Constructivist Classrooms, Multimedia
elementary, intermediate |
T4L_Free_Images_Lessons.pdf (1MB)
DISCOVER Video-On-Demand!
See how Discovery Education's unitedstreaming video-on-demand resources support teaching and learning. Practical examples, integration into applications, online quizzes and assignments - all this and more will be shared! Differentiate instruction for all students (and teachers too!). A great way to support content knowledge and understanding! Videos are correlated to state standards and organized by content area and grade level.
Donna Gath Criswell, Technology Curriculum Specialist, Sudbury Public Schools
Janet Tortora, Instructional Technology Specialist, Job Lane Elementary School, Bedford
Video-On-Demand, Differentiated Instruction
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Differentiation of Instruction (123KB)
Content Integration Ideas.pdf (180KB)
Classroom Integration Ideas.pdf (989KB)
WebQuests.pdf (137KB)
TimeLiner.pdf (100KB)
Quiz Builder.pdf (221KB)
MovieMaker.pdf (298KB)
Inspiration Webs.pdf (126KB)
iMovie.pdf (270KB)
Hyperlinking.pdf (184KB)
Google Earth.pdf (213KB)
Embedding.pdf (129KB)
Digital Storytelling.pdf (199KB)
Closed Captioning on a PC.pdf (266KB)
Closed Captioning on a MAC.pdf (95KB)
Audio Files.pdf (418KB)
Assignment Builder.pdf (110KB)
Quickstart Guide.pdf (740KB)
Inserting Images.pdf (67KB)
Literacy Supports and Significant Disabilities
Explore assistive technology utilizing various software programs that are universally designed (PowerPoint, Classroom Suite, Clicker5, My Own Bookshelf, and ClozePro). Learn how to develop literacy activities for students with significant disabilities, using single switch, mouse, touch window, or keyboard. Many of these programs are available at no cost as fully working demo versions; participants will receive a comprehensive resource list, and information on obtaining demo CDs and downloading curriculum activities will be provided.
Barbara Pratt, Assistive Technology Director, Cape Cod Collaborative, Bourne
Special Education, Language Arts
elementary, intermediate
Classroom Suite Activities.pdf (851KB)
Use Print Screen to Capture Images.pdf (120KB)
Books in PowerPoint.pdf (81KB)
Classroom Suite Activities2.pdf (932KB)
Clicker5.pdf (281KB)
There are two modes.pdf (156KB)
Buzzy Bee's Picnic.ppt (1MB)
Find the dog.ppt (1MB)
I_Put_On_My_Clothes.ppt (1MB)
Growing Up.ppt (6MB)
Literacy Supports.ppt (1MB)
Electronic Constructivism: 12 Ready-to-use Techniques
Inquiry-based, constructivist activities invigorate teaching and inspire students to take charge of their own learning, understand multiple perspectives, and develop high level reasoning skills. Participants will leave this session with practical strategies for rejuvenating already good teaching strategies and creating new and motivating challenges for their students. Culminating projects incorporating podcasts and other emerging technologies will be highlighted.
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Maureen Brown Yoder, Director of Online Learning, Lesley University, 2003 Pathfinder
Constructivist Classrooms, Distance Learning
elementary, intermediate |
Showcase a MassONE Classroom
A teacher from the Friedman Middle School in Taunton is using MassOne as a supplemental tool for her classes in 8th grade earth science and algebra. See examples of how she sets up forum questions with web links enabling students to participate in informed discussions. Students use Virtual Hard Drive to upload homework assignments and to post student projects and handouts. Learn about managing student folders, passwords and use of MassOne.
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Jeanne Follett, Eighth Grade Math and Science Teacher, Friedman Middle School, Taunton |
***IT Disaster Recovery, Step-by-Step
Maintaining a safe and secure network is a constant battle with the unknown; worms, viruses, software patches are constantly keeping you on guard. While your IT budget decreases, network security threats do not. While it is impossible to create a totally bulletproof network, it is your task to assess, understand, and prioritize your risks. What are the first steps to take in creating a disaster recovery plan? What should you consider when preparing for disasters? Who should be involved in the planning and recovery effort? What are the key questions you should ask in preparing a plan? How do you define key elements for a good planning and recovering effort?
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Jeff Bajgot, VP Tech Infrastructure Services, CELT Corporation, 2005 Pathfinder
Ray Morrison, Network Engineer, CELT Corporation
Administration, School Improvement
administration, network managers |
COURTYARD PRESENTATIONS
RM Math Framework Edition
RM Math Framework Edition is a digital curriculum for Middle School Math. The program is designed for Whole class teaching, using interactive technology; it also supports individual instruction and remote learning. During the presentation you see a sample of the variety of 2000+ resources and activities that staff can use to engage and motive students to enjoy and understand Math. Harness the power of interactive whiteboard technology in the teaching and learning of mathematics! See how you can transform mathematics to motivate, excite, and engage students! Improve math performance and test scores! The presenter will demonstrate how to integrate interactive whiteboard and wireless technology into the curriculum with a particular focus on middle school grade levels.
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Sue Scott-Mitchell, Senior Educational Consultant, RM Educational Software
Mathematics, Teacher Productivity
Intermediate |
Are your standards tied to lessons, assignments, and grades?
How can a student information system support curriculum planning and the linking of national, state, and local standards to lesson planning, assignments, and grading? Infinite Campus, a student information system, allows teachers to tie course standards to lesson planning, assignments, and grading in a way that effectively brings standards-based learning into every classroom. Using the secure parent and student portals, up-to-date real-time school to home communications about assignments and student learning accomplishments are always available at the click of a mouse button. Infinite Campus is a tool that improves communication and collaboration between all stakeholders in education.
Merging School & Town Networks
An emerging trend across the State is a growing number of communities planning to merge their municipal and school networks. Come and learn why this has suddenly become popular and whether your community could benefit from such move.
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Paul Keleher, MECnet Consultant |
Taking Exchange Beyond Email
Exchange and Outlook have become the #1 mail package in the world. Unfortunately, over 70% of Exchange users simply use the program for mail - nothing more. Join use for a 1 hour review of ‘other Exchange' discussing tips and options you may not have considered: calendaring, forms, forums / folders, customize web outlook, making the whole office more productive
Michael Healey, CTO, GreenPages
Big6 Turbo Tools
Technology added to the Big6 process makes students more organized and successful information problem-solvers and assists educators in guiding and directing projects and meeting technology and information literacy standards.
Stephen Kunzler, Alexandria / Big 6 Turbo Tools
New unitedstreaming
unitedstreaming has a ton of new features that include a Writing Prompt Builder, Audio Files, expanded Video Content, enhanced Professional Development Tools, improved Search Functionality and it is fully customizable. Come see all of the new features and learn ways that you can take unitedstreaming back to your classroom!
Discovery Education
Special Needs and Intervention Solutions to Engage Elementary and Middle School Math Learners
Join us for a look at an integrated instructional approach for all students including those with special needs. We will combine technology and research-based instructional strategies to build conceptual understanding of mathematical concepts ranging from place value, operations, whole numbers, fractions and decimals to geometry and algebraic thinking. Participants will receive a CD and lesson outlines which can be used in a variety of learning environments ranging from resource and intervention to enrichment as well as regular classroom use.
Rudy Neufeld, Senior Author of Understanding Math
Fred Steitz, New England Consultant
elementary, intermediate
