Help the Midwest’s 1:1 districts learn from each other about innovative teaching, learning, and administrative practices that are occurring in their districts;
Build excitement and ‘buzz’ around 1:1 laptop computing initiatives in the Midwest; and
Help others who are interested in 1:1 computing learn more about how to get started and be successful.
The institute is open to anyone interested in 1:1 laptop computing initiatives in P-12 schools, whether they currently are working in such a program or just want to learn more. http://iowa1to1.com/
Teachers of all levels will gain actionable strategies to take back to the classroom to help students construct sound arguments while remaining respectful to the ideas and opinions of others. Attendees will participate in an activity, discussion, and application, while gaining access to readings, videos, and more while working through ways to help students enter a world where talking about race, religion, and politics is no longer something we can (or should) avoid.
