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Session & Presenter

Session Description

ROOM 101

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Incorporating Industry Certifications in CTE

- Clayton Franklin - iCEV -

Industry certifications are important for all students, whether they are moving to postsecondary studies or straight into the workforce as certifications are valuable tools for achieving career success. Within CTE, certifications foster career development, boost employability, and increase workplace productivity. iCEV is changing the way industry certifications are used in CTE. In this session, learn how easy it is to incorporate industry certifications in any learning environment and set your students on the path to success.

Target Audience- CTE

ROOM 102

1:55-2:40

Integrating Seesaw Into Your Instructional Routines

- Seesaw - Yvonne Post - 

Participants will learn how to support any instructional format and style, how to strengthen existing classroom routines, and provide visibility into student thinking and learning with Seesaw’s Learning Experience Platform.

*Note: This session will be for intermediate to advanced Seesaw users. 

Target Audience- Elementary

ROOM 107

1:55-2:40

iSketchnote 101

- Brisa Cabe -

Twix = @edu_cabe 

YouTube = educabe

Learn and practice the whats, whys, and hows of digital sketchnoting with tools already on the iPad. With a dive into apps like Numbers, Notes, and Freeform, you'll take away simple sketchnoting skills and strategies to use with students of all artistic abilities.

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 108

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Nothing This Session

Nothing This Session

ROOM 109

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Google Classroom Resources

- Sara Overman -

In this session we will look at the new resources available in Google Classroom.  We will learn how to create and integrate Practice Sets as well as Video Activities into your classroom.  We will also look at how to use AI to save time with creating these resources.  

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 112

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

How can you get AI right for your schools? 

- Jamie Meek, Ed.D. & Howard EDU -

Although AI is being talked about in every school across the country, many questions remain on best practices for implementing solutions. Join us in this session to get an overview on the challenges and opportunities of AI solutions built for education, and a deep dive into a research-based AI Virtual Assistant offering from Merlyn Mind. Merlyn is the all-in-one AI assistant for education. During preparation outside of class, Merlyn supercharges productivity. During active instruction in class, Merlyn’s air mouse, chat experience, and voice control of technology untethers teachers from the front of the classroom to focus on what matters most… their students.   

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 301

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Make AR Magic with Keynote

- Tim Yenca -

Come experience a new whole new world with Augmented Reality (AR).  Participants will learn how to create their own AR experiences by combining the flexibility and ease of use of Keynote with Reality Composer.  Please bring your updated iPad with both the Reality Composer (free app from Apple) and Keynote apps ready to go!

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 302

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Engineering in the Science Classroom: Connecting Science Content and Engineering Practices

- BrainPop  -

https://www.brainpop.com/

BrainPop Science

Discover the synergy of engineering and science in your classroom! Merge hands-on learning and digital tech to bridge content and practice. Ignite creativity, foster problem-solving, and bring real-world experiences to your students through the power of brainstorming.

Target Audience- Middle school teachers and admin, and district level admin 

ROOM 303

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Be Kind, Rewind

- Justin Richardson & Debbie Boyer -

Let's rewind the clocks a little and remember some of those blockbuster teaching techniques that are time tested, tried and true. And then let's bring those strategies into the future with our favorite tech tools of today.

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 307

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Nothing This Session

Nothing This Session

ROOM 309

1:55-2:40

Can I burn you a copy of my favorite playlist?

- Cary Fulgham -

"No Scrubs" allowed in this session.  Come check out the latest and greatest hits.  Google ain't "Nuthin' But a 'G" Thang" when you know all the tips and tricks.  Have you used AI to make you a "Better Man" yet?  Canva - "Hit Me Baby One More Time" with your beautiful magic.  You will leave this session saying "I Want It That Way.!"

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 312

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

The First Amendment, Students, and Technology: A History of Poor Decisions

- Jay Whitefield -

"Last year, we examined teachers, the First Amendment, and their misuse of technology that resulted in court cases, official visits with human resources, and even termination. 

This year we will look a history of students' First Amendment court cases (several involve technology). Similar to teachers, students have found themselves appearing before the Supreme Court after disciplinary consequences were administered for shenanigans that occurred on and off school campuses."

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 314

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Crafting Convincing Arguments: The Power of Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning

- Micaela Brown -

Crafting a Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) explanation for scientific phenomena involves stating a clear claim, presenting supporting evidence, and providing reasoning. It fosters critical thinking, communication skills, and scientific understanding. CER guides students in constructing coherent explanations rooted in evidence and logical reasoning, preparing them for scientific discourse and giving students the ability to connect their knowledge to real life phenomena. 

Target Audience- All Levels

ROOM 316

1:55-2:40

Discover Your WHY

- Jacque Fewin - 

Uncover your unique WHY in minutes, unlocking the secret to a life filled with passion and purpose. Unlock the blueprint of your true self with WHY Discovery. Harness your innate strengths and talents for a life of greater achievement and fulfillment. Your WHY Discovery leads to deeper, more meaningful interactions, both personally and professionally.

Target Audience- All Levels

Library

1:55-2:40

Session Resources

Pixar Pedagogy: Leveraging Toy Story's Narrative Power in iPad-enabled STEM/STEAM Lessons

- Kristen Brooks -

Twitter- @KristenBrooks77

"Explore the exciting world of STEM/STEAM education for K-12 learners with the power of an iPad. Discover innovative ways to engage and inspire student minds while fostering creativity. Join us for an immersive journey into sharpening student future ready skills through the use of STEM/STEAM. 

Participants will have a greater understanding of how an iPad has the potential to enhance engagement, creativity, and problem-solving skills in education. "

Target Audience- All Levels

Theater

1:55-2:40

FutureEd AI: Innovate, Integrate, Educate

- Brittany Wright -

Twitter- @MxinItUpEDU

This session will provide teachers with AI integration with built-in student accountability. Many industry professionals integrate AI into their daily lives, and our students do the same. We must focus on teaching students how to use AI ethically and responsibly. RISEN is a professional writing strategy. In this session, we will practice writing an AI prompt using RISEN, which requires student accountability and improvement, and then final revisions. 

Target Audience- All Levels