Podcasting 101 - Creating, Publishing and Distribution
Learn how to create podcasts using a variety of programs and tools. Publish your content so that students, parents or faculty can view your content on their classroom or home computer and then deliver new content to the same machines automatically using RSS feed
Windows to Your World
How do you look to the rest of the world? Your Web site reflects your organization. What makes a good Web site and how do you go about designing one? This workshop will review quality Web sites and allow you to try your hand at making one with simple editing tools available free or already part of your PC software.
Integrating Technology-How to engage the reluctant teacher-Free and Easy
Teachers need to see themselves as “agents of change,” advocating what is in the best interest of their children. Teachers need to collaborate with colleagues to appreciate fully the advantages technology integration can offer teaching. Participants in this workshop will create an individualized PowerPoint template with a comprehensive plan to engage teachers in their school or district in technology integration. Teachers will create e-mail addresses, sign up for free educational technology publications, create and moderate a free listserv, and register for free resources that encourage collaborative learning.
How to eliminate PowerPoint-lessness
Learn to use action buttons to create a non-linear presentation, turn a picture into a hyperlink, summary slides, make clip art or words move on a path, change the color scheme, & use presenter view (shows all slides, a timer, your notes, etc). We will also discuss how to have student presentations use higher order thinking skills.
NYLearns.org: Enhancing Teaching and Learning
NYLearns.org is a standards-based, educational Web site that offers resources to enhance teaching and learning. Along with exemplary educational resources, the site features several tools that can be used to enrich instruction, assessment, and communication within the classroom - ultimately impacting student achievement!
The 21st Century Interactive Classroom
Participants will explore the Promethean ACTIVboard and its award-winning ACTIVstudio lesson design software in this hands-on, fun-filled session. Peripheral devices including the wireless ACTIVslate and the integrated ACTIVvote student response system will be utilized in creating sample lessons.
Peripherals
Understand how the scanner, digital camera, and other peripherals work separately and in the context of various software applications. This presentation will take place in a computer lab. b.
Effective Internet Safety Training for Middle Schoolers using WebWiseKids
Lake Shore Central Schools implemented the Internet Safety program "Missing" from WebWiseKids.org. Learn what make this implementation program a school and community success. See how the program works and how instruction with Middle School students is done through the "Missing" program.
Words & Pictures in Motion
Digital video software doesn't always require actual video footage to create finished products. See how you can incorporate text, pictures and sounds to create a fun video that your students will enjoy creating. (And you will too!) This workshop will also show you how to creatively add transitions and effects. Using Blogs in the Classroom
This workshop will define web logs and discuss ways to integrate blogs into classroom lessons. Other topics will include blogging in schools and using blogging software. Electronic Portfolios
This presentation focuses on the use of digital media to create, organize and maintain student portfolios. Participants will explore current practices in portfolio design and assessment while learning to use digital equipment to record, store and organize student artifacts.
Accessible Books and Formats for Students with Special Needs
Students with special needs benefit from learning materials in multiple formats. This presentation will be an overview of multiple texts formats. It will include information on DAISY book readers, computer based technology and resources for use with text for students at various grade levels.
Get an iLife
This hands on workshop will integrate educational uses of iLife while providing educators with the practical know how that will enhance their ability level in using iLife (iPhoto, iTunes, iDVD, iMovie). Participants should bring, if available, a music CD, a digital camera, and/or a digital video camera.
The One Computer Classroom
In this workshop teachers will explore different ways to integrate technology in the one computer classroom through the use of Web sites and discussion on classroom management techniques and teaching strategies.
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Integrating Handheld Computers into Classroom Instruction (Palm, Pocket PC, Alphasmart, Dana)
Druing this session you will be given numerous real life examples of integrating handhelds into your curriculum.
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ActionScript Concepts in Macromedia Flash
ActionScript is the programming language that executes in the Macromedia Flash plug-in. This presentation will be a whirlwind tour of ActionScript from basic programming practices to advanced programming examples.
Web-based Elementary Curriculum Program specific to New York State with Student Tracking Features
Demonstration of an online program that contains all four subjects related to the NY State curriculum and standards, contains character education questions reinforcing positive character development, has student tracking features and printable reports, and helps students achieve academic success in the classroom and on the exams.
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How Interactive Whiteboards Transform Teaching & Learning
In this presentation, stories about teachers who just finished the first year with an interactive whiteboard in their classroom full-time will be shared.
Successful lessons, strategies and resources will be covered. Issues encountered will also be examined. Content areas specifically addressed are science, social studies and special education.
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Promoting Critical Thinking Through Discussions Using the Classroom Performance System
Engage all your students in meaningful discussions through the use of shared inquiry discussions and a student response system. The strategy can be used to discuss and interpret literature, artwork, music, or controversial issues from a variety of content areas.
Using WebQuest in Education
Learning the value of using WebQuest when teaching any subject is vital in today's classroom. In this class you will learn about the 6 valuable components associated with the workings of a WebQuest. Learn how to find WebQuest on the Internet. Also learn how to develop and create your own WebQuest. |
