9:50 - 10:50 a.m. Sessions |
Lone Star
Apps & Online Tools for the Lower Elementary Classroom (K-2 Math & ELAR)
You don't need a ton of apps, just the right ones! This session will cover quality, free & low cost, educational apps and web tools for the K-2 classroom. Attendees will explore multiple apps and web tools, and leave the session with a list of recommended apps & online tools for each K-2 math & ELAR TEKS standard.
Heather Watson, Vidor ISD Strand: PreK, K-5, Early Childhood
Independence
Education in 3D
3D Printing is always fun and useful for printing manipulatives. Join our hands on session using TinkerCAD, and learn how students can apply their classroom skills and knowledge to create 3D models, solve problems, create art, and design great looking fundraisers. Chromebook, Windows/Mac laptop needed for full participation.
Mark Simmons, Sabine Pass ISD Strand: All
Alamo
Let's Get Social
My goal as a lead learner is to break down the four walls of my classroom and connect our learning to the real world. Twitter, Skype, Google Hangouts and so much more has given me the opportunities to do that! This session will give you numerous ways to enrich the lives of your students!
Amy Storer, Montgomery ISD Strand: All
Redbud/Neches
Get Your Google On!
Come and let's explore Google Drive.
Dawn Helton, Silsbee ISD Strand: All
Dogwood/Magnolia
Child's Play: Taking the Horror Out of Edu-Games
Make learning fun and enjoyable for your students with Game-Based Learning. These multimedia interactions provide a feeling of presence, allows for more complex social interactions, and encourages learner empowerment. Join us as we play the best free and easy-to-implement games for your learners.
Goals/Questions Answered:
1. What are the benefits of utilizing games in support of current learner standards?
2. What best practices should be considered when using tech games in the classroom?
3. What are some free, easy to use tech/digital games which are appropriate for different game levels?
Cori Coburn-Shiflett, Georgetown ISD Strand: All
Cypress
Buzz & EdFusion, Your LMS and Data Solutions
BUZZ is a simple to implement and easy to use LMS that brings the potential of eLearning to reality. EdFusion is a powerful Comprehensive Data Management and Application Integration Platform that builds on 6 Modules that provide superior consolidation and integration of data from multiple sources. It includes robust identity management, reporting, analytics and data processing to empower district and school administrators to see beyond their standard reports.
Brady Busby, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Strand: Administrators, Technology, Data Reporting
San Jacinto
Google Up! Powering up Your Classroom with Google Tools
Come to this session and learn how to effectively manage and utilize Google tools for Education including Google Drive, Slides, Sheets, Docs, Google Add-ons, Forms, and Drawings. Learn how to share, build, and incorporate lessons between collaborators in your school and district. Google Up! your classroom in minutes!
Tilisa Thibodeaux & Donna Fong, Lamar University Strand: App Dev., Early Childhood, ELA, GT, Reading, Technology
Liberty
Color Your Lessons with Google
Create fun, interactive images from your Drive account! Google Drawings are a simple tool that your or your students can use to make diagrams, graphic organizers, digital posters, and more! This is a great session for all learners and will provide ideas for beginners and advanced users alike.
Morgan Rayburn & April Whitehead, Hamshire-Fannett ISD Strand: All
Apps & Online Tools for the Lower Elementary Classroom (K-2 Math & ELAR)
You don't need a ton of apps, just the right ones! This session will cover quality, free & low cost, educational apps and web tools for the K-2 classroom. Attendees will explore multiple apps and web tools, and leave the session with a list of recommended apps & online tools for each K-2 math & ELAR TEKS standard.
Heather Watson, Vidor ISD Strand: PreK, K-5, Early Childhood
Independence
Education in 3D
3D Printing is always fun and useful for printing manipulatives. Join our hands on session using TinkerCAD, and learn how students can apply their classroom skills and knowledge to create 3D models, solve problems, create art, and design great looking fundraisers. Chromebook, Windows/Mac laptop needed for full participation.
Mark Simmons, Sabine Pass ISD Strand: All
Alamo
Let's Get Social
My goal as a lead learner is to break down the four walls of my classroom and connect our learning to the real world. Twitter, Skype, Google Hangouts and so much more has given me the opportunities to do that! This session will give you numerous ways to enrich the lives of your students!
Amy Storer, Montgomery ISD Strand: All
Redbud/Neches
Get Your Google On!
Come and let's explore Google Drive.
Dawn Helton, Silsbee ISD Strand: All
Dogwood/Magnolia
Child's Play: Taking the Horror Out of Edu-Games
Make learning fun and enjoyable for your students with Game-Based Learning. These multimedia interactions provide a feeling of presence, allows for more complex social interactions, and encourages learner empowerment. Join us as we play the best free and easy-to-implement games for your learners.
Goals/Questions Answered:
1. What are the benefits of utilizing games in support of current learner standards?
2. What best practices should be considered when using tech games in the classroom?
3. What are some free, easy to use tech/digital games which are appropriate for different game levels?
Cori Coburn-Shiflett, Georgetown ISD Strand: All
Cypress
Buzz & EdFusion, Your LMS and Data Solutions
BUZZ is a simple to implement and easy to use LMS that brings the potential of eLearning to reality. EdFusion is a powerful Comprehensive Data Management and Application Integration Platform that builds on 6 Modules that provide superior consolidation and integration of data from multiple sources. It includes robust identity management, reporting, analytics and data processing to empower district and school administrators to see beyond their standard reports.
Brady Busby, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Strand: Administrators, Technology, Data Reporting
San Jacinto
Google Up! Powering up Your Classroom with Google Tools
Come to this session and learn how to effectively manage and utilize Google tools for Education including Google Drive, Slides, Sheets, Docs, Google Add-ons, Forms, and Drawings. Learn how to share, build, and incorporate lessons between collaborators in your school and district. Google Up! your classroom in minutes!
Tilisa Thibodeaux & Donna Fong, Lamar University Strand: App Dev., Early Childhood, ELA, GT, Reading, Technology
Liberty
Color Your Lessons with Google
Create fun, interactive images from your Drive account! Google Drawings are a simple tool that your or your students can use to make diagrams, graphic organizers, digital posters, and more! This is a great session for all learners and will provide ideas for beginners and advanced users alike.
Morgan Rayburn & April Whitehead, Hamshire-Fannett ISD Strand: All