This session is intended to give you educational resources for both teachers and students. Our hope is that we introduce you to some websites and apps that you may have not heard about. We would also use some of the time for you to actually get on your laptops or iPad to preview.
Morning Meeting (E. Uhlaender & V. King) - Want to start your day by engaging your students and learning more about them? Come learn how Morning Meeting can successfully create a classroom community. This session is geared towards elementary level but could be adaptable for secondary classrooms as well.
I am currently a Gifted and Talented Specialist in the Dripping Springs Independent School District (Texas), where I currently teach 3rd & 4th graders. I co-founded Dripping Springs TechSquad and I am the founder of SUPERGirls, INC at Rooster Springs Elementary in Dripping Springs/Austin... Read More →
https://docs.google.com/a/dsisdtx.us/presentation/d/1gTrL6r_9K8cb2wykW6evWUj6rR2yPos6OQ23fI41RLc/edit?usp=sharing
Hi! I'm a currently a second grade teacher in Texas! I have taught for 14 years. I am a huge believer in letting kids take charge of their own learning and that my... Read More →
Do you really need another presentation on Google Slides? If you are only using the basics, the answer is yes, because some of these tricks are easy and extremely effective in the classroom. We will cover:
* simple transitions and animations
* creating more complex animations... Read More →
Monday January 16, 2017 10:30am - 11:15am CST
D123
We'd like to build on our productive January 2nd meetings with a focus on establishing scaffolding for science grading policy, testing/ re-testing best practices, projects, and formal lab report format. Open discussion regarding how to best advise incoming freshmen of the differences between PreAP and on-level biology.
Monday January 16, 2017 10:30am - 11:15am CST
D105
Let us help you with strategies, modifications, and activities to use with ELL students. Also come learn about great sites and apps that can be used by you and your students.
WHAT is an unconference? The beauty of the unconference is the participants drive the content and the focus of the discussions. Instead of the "sit & get" participate in the discussion, brainstorm the possibilities, and ignite your passions.
Use this time to collaborate, work with your new found skills, process/implement information you just learned, or just get a snack and take a mental break.
Want to learn how to tile a blacksplash? Don't know where to start? Mr. Home Depot himself will walk you through the steps of laying tile. Don't miss this fun hands-on DIY Class!
Come for a discussion about social media in education! Whether you are new to Twitter or a frequent user, let's gather inspiration and helpful suggestions.
