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The Iowa 1:1 Institute exists to:
  • 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/

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Wednesday, April 4
 

8:15am CDT

Registration
Wednesday April 4, 2018 8:15am - 9:00am CDT
Lobby

9:00am CDT

Claps, Clinks and Clatters, Capture all the Commotion with ReCap!
Every student should be heard! ReCap gives each student voice a avenue to share their opinions, answers, or speaking skills. Question, converse and collaborate with your students. Engage students by boosting their presentational competence. Focus on the 21st century skills that have all the students talking!

Speakers
avatar for Merri Lea De Wit

Merri Lea De Wit

World Language Teacher, Regis Middle School
I have been teaching Spanish at Regis Middle School for 15 years. I am currently also the ELL teacher for the building. I will be presenting at ISTE2019 in June. Technology has become a passion that has reignited my passion for teaching. My students are 1:1 on iPads and I love to... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
311

9:00am CDT

Conserving Financial Resources with 1:1
1:1 programs can be expensive, but they don't have to be. This nuts-and-bolts session will focus on ways in which the Iowa City Schools are achieving cost-savings while implementing – and in part due to – a large-scale 1:1 initiative. Attendees will have the opportunity to collaborate and strategize as a group.

Speakers
avatar for Adam Kurth

Adam Kurth

Director of Technology & Innovation, Iowa City Community School District



Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
314

9:00am CDT

Design Thinking in a Makerspace
Tech-infused makerspaces provide accessibility and equity for students to work through the design thinking process and bring ideas to life. Students empathize and define problems, generate solutions through ideation, and work through rapid prototyping and testing. Successes and failures are celebrated throughout the process, empowering students to embrace innovation.In this session participants will understand the steps of the design thinking process: empathizing, defining, ideating, prototyping, and testing while working hands-on through the process themselves on a design thinking activity!


Moderators
avatar for Melissa Englert

Melissa Englert

Innovation and Learning Coach, Chillicothe R-II Schools
Melissa is a middle school Innovation and Learning Coach, working with teachers to leverage technology to improve instruction. She is a Google Certified Innovator and a Teachers for Global Classrooms Fellow through the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Melissa Young

Melissa Young

Ed Tech Specialist, Chillicothe R-II Schools


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
304

9:00am CDT

Digital Citizenship: Building-Wide Implementation
In this session, we will explain the process we followed to implement digital citizenship lessons at our high school via a building-wide approach. We will explain the groundwork that formed the foundation as well as the steps that were taken to put plans into action.

Moderators
avatar for Jody Kelley

Jody Kelley

District Technology Integrationist, Ballard

Speakers
avatar for Jen Dovre

Jen Dovre

Ballard Community School District


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
315

9:00am CDT

GAFE4Littles: Google Apps for Pk-3
Join me to learn more about how kids as young as 4yo can use Google Apps (Docs, Draw, Slides) to share their learning, create, write, and collaborate with others.

Speakers
avatar for Marisa Dahl

Marisa Dahl

Digital Learning Consultant, Heartland AEA
My name is Marisa Dahl, and I serve as an Instructional Technology Consultant at Heartland Area Education Agency (AEA) in Central Iowa. Heartland is an educational service agency that supports school districts in Central Iowa. My role at Heartland AEA is to support school districts... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
308

9:00am CDT

Gamification: Leveling Up Education
Whether you are a pro-gamer or a total n00b, this presentation aims to give you the loot needed to buff student motivation and learning retention in your classroom. With the experience points you farm from participating in this quest, you are sure to level-up your teaching practices. So make sure you join in before this opportunity despawns or you might feel pwned. (And if you have no idea what you just read...you should TOTALLY attend!) Game on!

Speakers
avatar for Slade Hovick

Slade Hovick

Educator, Williamsburg CSD
As an avid educator and gamer, I made an interesting discovery early in my career: there is an amazing overlap between modern educational pedagogy and modern game design. This discovery lead to my work to integrate my gaming experiences into my educational practices. Over the last... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
305

9:00am CDT

Girls in STEM and Maker Moms
Come try your hand at STEM challenges designed for kids and their parents! Participants will take part in a STEM activity, receive book lists to correspond with activities, printables, and ideas and tips for how to host your own event in your community! We focused on girls, but boys are welcome, too!

Moderators
Speakers

Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
309

9:00am CDT

Great Kids = Great DIgital Citizens
If we are going to promote and encourage technology in our schools then we also need to teach kids what it means to be Great Digital Citizens or...just teach them to be Great Kids. Learn how to directly involve your students in this process.

Speakers
avatar for Nick Proud

Nick Proud

Principal, Garner Elementary / Iowa City Community Schools
Nick Proud (@Nick_Proud) is the principal at Garner Elementary in North Liberty, IA. Garner proudly serves nearly 700 students in a K-6 building. He has presented Nationally including at ISTE 2018 and the National Principals Conference. Nick was honored as the 2016 ITEC Administrator... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
306

9:00am CDT

Invention Literacy
This session will explore the world of inventing and designing. We'll be getting hands-on with the "invention kit for everyone" Makey Makey. You'll have the opportunity to explore basic inventions and how you can transform a Makey Makey invention.

Moderators
avatar for Mindy Cairney

Mindy Cairney

Technology Consultant, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Mindy is a digital learning consultant for Grant Wood AEA. She is passionate about helping teachers integrate technology with integrity. She co-hosts the Edtech Take Out podcast and the makerspace show: Think, Make, Innovate.

Speakers
avatar for Amber Bridge

Amber Bridge

Digital Learning Consultant, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Digital Learning Consultant for Grant Wood AEA. Check out our YouTube Makerspace show, Think, Make, Innovate. #havefunmaking


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
310

9:00am CDT

Personalizing Learning to Support Career Technical Education Curriculum
See how Iowa is leveraging community support through a student personalized learning system, providing a conduit for willing Career Technical Education partners to help build personalized learning opportunities for students across the state. Teachers will learn how they can use these free tools in their classes and to meet individual student interests.

Moderators
avatar for Craig Mohr

Craig Mohr

AEA Learning Online
AEA Learning Online Mission:To increase the amount of online professional learning opportunities for Iowa's teachers, including diversifying along subject areas, grade levels, and online formatTo improve the quality of online professional learning for Iowa's teachersTo serve as an... Read More →

Speakers
RB

Rob Brookhart

Instructional Designer, AEA Learning Online
Rob Brookhart


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
303

9:00am CDT

Reaching 100% Student Engagement with the NEW Pear Deck for Google Slides
What if you could engage every student in your class, every day? Pear Deck lets you bring presentations to life with formative assessments and interactive questions. Designed for 1:1 classrooms, Pear Deck takes presentations to the next level, letting you see, in real time, how each student in your class is doing. In this hands-on session, we will let you experience the power of  Pear Deck as both a student and a teacher. We’ll walk through how easy it is to 1) Add formative assessment questions right from Google Slides, 2) Manage your class and view student answers with the teacher dashboard, and 3) Capture student responses with our Google Classroom integration and Takeaways.
By the end of the session, you will walk away as a Pear Deck expert with a Free Pear Deck Premium Account!


Speakers

Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
301

9:00am CDT

What's New for Apple in Education
iPad is a powerful way to learn, and now iOS 11 delivers powerful new productivity tools. Explore the new Files app, the new Dock, intuitive multitasking, built-in screen recording, and new features in the Notes app. Learn about classroom workflows using the Classroom app, Apple apps, and more.

Moderators
BH

Brent Hayward

Sr. Systems Engineer, Apple
Apple

Speakers
avatar for Jason Molesky

Jason Molesky

Development Executive, Apple


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
320

9:00am CDT

You Can Do WHAT with Google Slides?
This session will look at a variety of ways to use Google Slides other than as a presentation tool! We'll explore learning activities that incorporate the 4 C's - Critical Thinking, Creativity, Communication, & Collaboration, formatting wizard-y to create flyers, newsletters, motivational posters, social media posts & more to promote your stellar learning environment, and lastly, explore a few add-ons to augment Google Slides -- if you still want to use it as presentation tool!

Speakers
avatar for Tyler Youngers

Tyler Youngers

Instructional Tech Consultant, Northwest AEA
Tyler is an Instructional Technology Consultant and Social Studies Consultant in the northwest corner of the great state of Iowa. In that role, Tyler is currently working in the areas of digital learning, instructional design for NWAEA, OER, PBL, mentoring & induction, the new social... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
307

9:00am CDT

Maker Mentors - Building Leaders, One Maker at a Time
The maker movement is spreading across our great state.  Are students at the center of your school's maker culture?  I will share how students are taking the lead by engaging with peers, teachers, and community members around what makes a maker at Benton CSD.  


Speakers
avatar for Anna Upah

Anna Upah

Curriculum & Instructional Services Director & Elementary Principal, Benton CSD
Anna is the Keystone Elementary Principal & Curriculum and Instructional Services Director at the Benton Community School District. One of Anna's responsibilities at Benton CSD is facilitating teacher leadership. Collaboration runs deep in Anna's belief system. Anna's passions include... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
312/313

9:00am CDT

Roll-Alike: English/Social Studies
A room designated for educators with similar rolls to network and share practices. These sessions are unmoderated. Attendees guide the conversation. 

Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
317

9:00am CDT

Roll-Alike: Students
A room designated for students to network and share thoughts on education. These sessions are unmoderated. Attendees guide the conversation.

Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
318

9:00am CDT

Unconference Room
Wednesday April 4, 2018 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
319

10:00am CDT

Vendor Time
Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:00am - 10:15am CDT
TBA

10:15am CDT

2 Avenues to 1:1 Success in Your District
1:1 doesn’t have to look the same across your district. Join us for ideas on 1:1 within the classroom and 1:1 where devices go home.

Moderators
avatar for Jessica Bieber

Jessica Bieber

District Technology Integration Coach, Spencer CSD

Speakers
avatar for Landon Allen

Landon Allen

Director of Information Technology, Spencer Community School District


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
301

10:15am CDT

Beowulf and the Spheros
This session details the unorthodox mashup of Beowulf, the oldest piece of epic poetry in the English language, and Spheros, polycarbonate robotic balls controlled by iPads and smart phones. Witness the trials and errors of an English teacher and technology integrationist as they blend the 9th and 21st centuries and find success.

Moderators
SF

Sara Friedrichsen (and students Logan Brunsting and Isaac Hoftyzer)

Secondary Math Instructor & Technology Integrationist, Boyden-Hull CSD
This is my 16th year as a math instructor. Throughout my teaching experience, I have taught 8th grade math as well as high school Geometry and Algebra 2. Over the last two years my role changed from a full-time teacher to half-time instructor and half-time technology integrationist... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Julie Visscher

Julie Visscher

English Teacher/Instructional Coach, Boyden-Hull Community School District
A graduate of Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa, and the University of Missouri, I'm a veteran language arts teacher and instructional coach. In addition to a life steeped in education, I'm married with two children and one dachshund; I enjoy reading, traveling, and all manner... Read More →



Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
304

10:15am CDT

Build engaged and digitally-literate citizens with Student Reporting Labs
Journalism and storytelling are “killer apps” that use the best practices of project-based learning to build engaged and digitally-literate citizens. Learn how a rural Iowa district uses this innovative, free project from PBS NewsHour that includes a unique journalism curriculum, IPTV station mentors and the opportunity to share local stories with the world.

Moderators
avatar for Tiffany Morgan

Tiffany Morgan

Iowa Public Television
avatar for Mekca Wallace-Spurgin

Mekca Wallace-Spurgin

Technology Integration Coach

Speakers
avatar for Bryan Bauer

Bryan Bauer

Education Consultant, Iowa Public Television


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
317

10:15am CDT

Create with Clips: A Fun New App for Making Videos
Get an in-depth look at Clips, a new app that makes it quick and fun for anyone to create expressive videos on iPhone and iPad. Learn power tips and tricks for getting the most out of Clips and discover the infinite possibilities for storytelling, assessment, presentations, and more.

Speakers
avatar for Jason Molesky

Jason Molesky

Development Executive, Apple


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
320

10:15am CDT

Creating a Contagious Culture of Greatness
Foster a Contagious Culture of Greatness by exploring a Top 10 list of ways a Principal and Instructional Coach partnership can promote innovation, creativity, and fun in your school. Be ready to be engaged, involved, and ready to learn in this interactive session.

Speakers
avatar for Nick Proud

Nick Proud

Principal, Garner Elementary / Iowa City Community Schools
Nick Proud (@Nick_Proud) is the principal at Garner Elementary in North Liberty, IA. Garner proudly serves nearly 700 students in a K-6 building. He has presented Nationally including at ISTE 2018 and the National Principals Conference. Nick was honored as the 2016 ITEC Administrator... Read More →
avatar for Patrick Snyder

Patrick Snyder

Elem. Sci/SS Curriculum Coordinator, Iowa City Schools
Elem. Sci/SS Curriculum Coordinator


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
306

10:15am CDT

Cultivating Chromebook Creativity
Discover some of the best apps and websites for cultivating creativity on Chromebooks and learn about new ways to use them when working with photos, video, audio, digital stories, graphics, and more. (Everything shown in this session will also be compatible with Macs and PCs).

Speakers
avatar for Jonathan Wylie

Jonathan Wylie

Digital Learning, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Jonathan Wylie is a Technology Consultant for Grant Wood AEA in Eastern Iowa. He helps schools integrate technology in an authentic and meaningful way. He is also the co-host of The Edtech Take Out podcast. You can connect with Jonathan on Twitter or via his blog at jonathanwylie... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
310

10:15am CDT

Does "sit & get" stick?
Are you interested in learning about 6 brain-friendly practices that increases student and adult engagement which leads to improved learning?

Plan to participate in a very interactive session where educators will walk away with some examples to use in their classroom or during their next PD session including how technology can be leveraged to enhance these practices!

Speakers
avatar for Julie Graber

Julie Graber

Educator, PLAEA and The Center
Julie Graber is an instructional technology consultant and a school improvement facilitator for Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency where she supports educators with effective teaching, learning, leading, and technology practices. She is a passionate educator who is most interested... Read More →



Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
307

10:15am CDT

Empower EDU
We keep adding more tech, but the Gallop poll shows student engagement is dropping the longer students DO School. Let's not only engage students, but empower them. This hands on session will explore strategies and resources to build a culture of empowerment in a digital age.
Presentation Link

Speakers
avatar for Andrew Fenstermaker

Andrew Fenstermaker

Innovation Coach & Instructional Tech Coordinator, Iowa City Schools
Andrew Fenstermaker currently serves as the Instructional Technology Coordinator and Tech Coach for the Iowa City School District. Even though he is short on hair, he is full of creative ways to inspire and build the capacity of others with innovative practices that leverage the 4Cs... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
308

10:15am CDT

Hey! Ho! A! O!
Academic Opportunity time (AO) is Dallas Center-Grimes High School's take on the Tier 1/Tier 2 piece of MTSS/RTI. We have a dedicated 27 min. in the middle of the day that we organize through a program called FlexiSched.

Moderators
avatar for Scott Blum

Scott Blum

Principal, Dallas Center-Grimes High School
Proud husband to Cara and dad to three awesome boys! Die-hard fan of the Cyclones and St. Louis Cardinals!We are very proud of our MTSS work at DCG, one of the ways being through our Academic Opportunities time built in to our school day. We also have spent our time with professional... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Jolie Morgan

Jolie Morgan

Instructional Coach, Dallas Center-Grimes High School



Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
315

10:15am CDT

OER? #GoOpen? What is that? I want in!
The Open Educational Resources movement is here. OER resources are more than free, they are open to use, share, and revise. Schools are electing to GoOpen, replacing purchased textbooks with OER instead. This session overviews the OER movement, and how to utilize Iowa's OER Commons site within your school.

Moderators
avatar for Denise Krefting

Denise Krefting

Instructional Designer, AEA Learning Online
Support Iowa Schools in online instruction, OER Commons, provide online trainings for credit and provide support and content for AEA Learning's Student Personalized Learning System.

Speakers
EA

Evan Abbey

Director, AEA Learning Online


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
303

10:15am CDT

Our Future Ready Journey in Geo-Physics
We love to share our journey of creating a combined geometry and physics class through our #futurereadysc initiative!   We can tell you all about this awesome and sometimes crazy adventure that has a mix of #edtech, #pbl,  field trips, skidding cars and swimming pools with some cardboard and duct tape on the side!!   This won't be sit and get so be ready to share your hopes and dreams for the future!!

Speakers
avatar for Jamie Bratvold

Jamie Bratvold

K-12 Technology and Instructional Coach, Sioux City CSD
Jamie Bratvold is a K-12 Technology and Instructional Coach for Sioux City.  She specializes in analyzing data, classroom management, standards based grading and building fun in the classroom.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
311

10:15am CDT

Social Media Marketing for Kids
Are you ready to share the awesome work in your classroom? Maybe you've been doing it and you're ready to turn it over to kids? This session helps participants help students both understand and organize social media production and branding. Topics include digital citizenship, creating content, and global connecting and collaborating.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
309

10:15am CDT

Technology Integration: Adding to Your Toolbox & Avoiding the Dessert Cart
Avoid the trap of using technology as an extra, fun piece of the classroom experience just for end of unit projects or to keep students entertained. Technology is a real tool in the real world and should be in our classrooms as well. Items covered in this session will be changing this mindset along with practical strategies for how to decide to use technology, what to use when you do, and how you can save time, have more differentiation, and help more kids. Bring a device to see some of these strategies in action.

(Note: Presenter comes from a Chromebook 1:1 environment for grades 3-12, iPads in K-2. Focus of session will be secondary level strategies.)

Speakers
avatar for Mary Murphy

Mary Murphy

Technology Coach, Clarke Community Schools
I have been a teacher for 10 years working with students in grades 7-12 in the areas of language arts, reading, journalism, media, and computing. Last year, I began my journey as a technology coach under the TLCS program. I am also a Google certified trainer and specialize in all... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
316

10:15am CDT

Wht Did You Do At School Today?
We were asked this question as kids, and we ask this question as parents. As educators, we have the tools available to us to positively influence how this question is asked and answered. This session will explore what those tools are and how they can be used in-order to communicate and build strong relationships within the school community.

Speakers
avatar for Eric Ewald

Eric Ewald

Principal, Van Allen Elementary/ICCSD
Husband to Amy, father to Ryne and Olivia. Lead learner and chief story teller at Van Allen Ele. #dadsasprincipals #LeadersAreReaders #VanAllenPride


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
305

10:15am CDT

Key Indicators For Highly Effective Technology Use
Technology in the classroom is becoming nearly as ubiquitous as textbooks and pencils. Each day students encounter lessons designed with technology in mind. However, as educators and school leaders, how do we know if the lesson is highly effective? Join us as we will examine the key indicators of highly effective technology use and how school leaders can best identify when technology works and when it does not.

Speakers
avatar for Steven Anderson

Steven Anderson

Speaker, Web20Classroom
Steven W. Anderson is a learner, blogger, speaker, educational evangelist, author and Dad. As a former teacher and Director of Instructional Technology he is highly sought after for his expertise in educational technology integration and using social media for learning. As @web20classroom... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
312/313

10:15am CDT

Roll-Alike: Specials
A room designated for educators with similar rolls to network and share practices. These sessions are unmoderated. Attendees guide the conversation.

Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
318

10:15am CDT

Unconference Room
Wednesday April 4, 2018 10:15am - 11:15am CDT
319

11:15am CDT

Vendor Time
Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:15am - 11:30am CDT
TBA

11:30am CDT

#EarnYourBadge
With 21st century skills and 1:1 technology initiatives being implemented in classrooms around the world, there is a need for new assessments to match these individualized skills. Through digital badge systems, students provide personalized evidence of mastery for standards and skills and become responsible for their own learning.

Speakers
avatar for Andrea Beck

Andrea Beck

4th Grade Teacher, Chillicothe R-II School District
STEAM Club Co-Founder; 4th Grade Teacher; Presenter at ISTE (1 yr), METC (1 yr); Grant Recipient from MPER, MRTA, Jenkins Foundation, & Cusick Family Foundation; Bachelor's in Elem Ed, Master's in C&I, Current Student in C&I Specialist Program


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
305

11:30am CDT

1:1 as an Equity-Focused Initiative
This session will focus on the Iowa City Schools' efforts to implement 1:1 with equity in mind. A no-financial-liability approach to this key piece of our curricular offering is supplemented by a program that provides free hotspots for the home, along with remote delivery of specialty software.

Speakers
avatar for Adam Kurth

Adam Kurth

Director of Technology & Innovation, Iowa City Community School District



Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
314

11:30am CDT

Calibrating Classrooms in the 4Cs
There’s so much talk around integration of the 4Cs into our instruction. But what does that actually look like? Learn simple ways that you can incorporate and support collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking in your classroom. Let’s dive in and get started!

Moderators
avatar for Amber Bridge

Amber Bridge

Digital Learning Consultant, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Digital Learning Consultant for Grant Wood AEA. Check out our YouTube Makerspace show, Think, Make, Innovate. #havefunmaking

Speakers
avatar for Mindy Cairney

Mindy Cairney

Technology Consultant, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Mindy is a digital learning consultant for Grant Wood AEA. She is passionate about helping teachers integrate technology with integrity. She co-hosts the Edtech Take Out podcast and the makerspace show: Think, Make, Innovate.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
310

11:30am CDT

Creating with Chromebooks
Embrace creation, even on a Chromebook. This session will dive into a few of the multimedia creation tools that will help your students take their projects to the next level!

Speakers
avatar for Josh Allen

Josh Allen

Technology Integration Specialist, Lewis Central CSD
Technology Integration Specialist for @LewisCentralCSD, Google for Education Certified Trainer.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
307

11:30am CDT

Digital Deceit: Investigating Information Literacy
Fake News is not new news. But in our digital society critical evaluation and analysis are more important than ever! How do we help our students and staff? The answer is simple: by building their critical-thinking and information literacy skills! Join us to explore how. Participants will leave this session with a plethora of resources and ideas that can be shared with their students and staff.

Moderators
avatar for Gina Rogers

Gina Rogers

Technology Consultant, Grant Wood AEA
Gina Rogers is a instructional technology consultant at Grant Wood AEA in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Before accepting her position at GWAEA, Gina was a high school English and Language Arts teacher in two 1:1 districts in eastern Iowa. She taught everything from 9th grade ELA to College... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Lynn Kleinmeyer

Lynn Kleinmeyer

Digital Learning Consultant, Grant Wood AEA (& ITEC)
I am a Digital Learning Consultant with Grant Wood AEA. With a background as a Teacher Librarian and a 7th grade Reading teacher, I'm working to support the integration of literacy and technology into every classroom! Follow me on Twitter: @THLibrariZen


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
311

11:30am CDT

Giving Students an EDGE
Are you ready to blur the lines around traditional school with work-based learning? You may be closer than you think! If you have an online platform, a single community partner, and a passion for supporting all students, we've got the spark of innovation to give your students an EDGE.

Moderators
avatar for Kris Byrum

Kris Byrum

High School Principal, Boone Community School District

Speakers
avatar for Jill Janes

Jill Janes

Director of Innovative Learning, Boone CSD


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
304

11:30am CDT

Go BOLD in your school!
Based my friend on Weston Kieschnick's "Bold School", participants can expect to dig into why technology is great, but teaching is better. Learn how to do more than just substitute what was done with paper and pencil and instead change the learning!


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
317

11:30am CDT

Google Tour Builder: Come Build With Us
Learn how to easily create virtual tours using images, videos, hyperlinks, and descriptions with this powerful tool. Applicable to any content area, search available tours in the gallery or create and share your own.
Students can even build tours to demonstrate their understanding of content.

Speakers
avatar for Melissa Englert

Melissa Englert

Innovation and Learning Coach, Chillicothe R-II Schools
Melissa is a middle school Innovation and Learning Coach, working with teachers to leverage technology to improve instruction. She is a Google Certified Innovator and a Teachers for Global Classrooms Fellow through the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
316

11:30am CDT

Green(screen) with Envy
During this session, we will explore the iPad app TouchCast (free!) and have students share their learning experiences with the app. We will discuss how using this app allows students to create meaningful, hands-on, and interactive videos. Teachers can also use TouchCast to create flipped or blended learning videos that capture students' attention. This app does everything: green screen, whiteboard, apps, and interactive tools! There will be hands-on collaboration time to receive help learning the app, so please bring your iPad!
Presentation

Moderators
Speakers
avatar for Alex Lancaster

Alex Lancaster

Teacher, Johnston Schools


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
301

11:30am CDT

Inspiring Young Learners Through Coding
The early years are a great time to introduce coding concepts as a way of thinking about the everyday and digital worlds. Learn from Apple Distinguished Educators who use iPad to inspire elementary students with cross-curricular lessons in coding from the free Everyone Can Code resources.

Moderators
avatar for Brianna Buck

Brianna Buck

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools
As a Digital Learning Coach I love helping teachers incorporate technology into their classroom. My favorite is being with the elementary students. As an Apple Distinguished Educator I have a passion for finding new ways to use iPads in the classroom.

Speakers
avatar for Cindy Herren

Cindy Herren

K-12 Technology and Innovation Leader, Waukee Schools
Cindy Herren is a K-12 Technology and Innovation Leader at Waukee Schools in Waukee, Iowa. She’s taught for 27 years in a variety of settings, and enjoys working with students and teachers. She loves to collaborate with other educators and share best practices of integrating technology... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
320

11:30am CDT

Makerspaces: If you build it, they will create in it.
Makerspaces - How we went from zero to a hero in our district. This session will explain how we created our makerspaces, where we found funding and donations and the steps you can go through to create your own. We will also discuss how the teachers/students get involved the makerspace and challenges we pose to them. I am excited to present with @mr_splavec

Presentation Resource:       bit.ly/2q2YUGK


Speakers
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Tyler Pearson

K-5 Technology Integrationist, Knoxville Community School District
Technology Integration, Virtual Reality, Osmo, Computer Science/Coding, Swivl, Plickers, Google Apps For Education, Stop-Motion, BreakoutEdu, Kahoot, etc.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
315

11:30am CDT

Practically Primary: Using iPads in the K-2 classroom
Struggling to know what to do now that you have access to technology? Participants will learn practical uses for iPads in the K-2 setting using free apps and innovative practices. Session will cover how to move past apps for practice and move towards transformative teaching. Even if you are not a full 1:1 school yet!

Speakers
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Alisha Partika

Instructional Technology Coach/ 1st Grade Teacher, Chariton Community School District
Instructional technology coach and 2nd grade ninja. Previously taught 2nd and Kinder. Love of learning and tech nerd. Mom of boys. Insta: @practically.primary


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
306

11:30am CDT

S.E.L. - Using Technology to Take the Challenge Out of Challenging Behaviors
"Using Technology to Take the Challenge out of Challenging Behaviors....a Closer Look at Social Emotional Learning." 

Terese Jurgensen & Kelly Sorenson will be presenting on strategic ways to support all students through Building Social Emotional Learning through 4 Lenses: District-Wide; Classroom Settings K-12; Special Education & At-Risk Classrooms K-12 and Individual Student Supports. By attending the presentation, you will be given the opportunity to learn about cognitive brain functions for learning and for self-regulation, why students' brains our changing due to cultural and social factors and a wide-variety of technological supports to take back to your students, your classrooms and your school districts. Terese Jurgensen has 30 years experience working with challenging students and families across multiple seetings, and has been providing professional development on Social Emotional Learning and Challenging Behaviors for over 10 years to a wide-variety of audiences. Kelly Sorenson is an instructional coach and educational leader supporting teachers and students on a wide-variety of subjects, one of her educational passisions is to improve student achievement and motivation through technology supports and strategies. Partnering together, Mrs. Jurgensen and Mrs. Sorenson are honored to share at Iowa's 1:1 Institute. 

PRIOR TO THE EVENT - Please go to Todays Meet & Share: 1.)Questions you may have 2.) Why you chose this session or 3.)Something you would like to learn
https://todaysmeet.com/1to1SEL



Howard-Winneshiek CSD was recognized in 2017 for its outstanding work in Social Emotional Learning by the Iowa Department of Education. Through these district-wide efforts, office referrals have decreased over 50% and positive school attendance has increased over 50%. 
To read more please visit https://www.educateiowa.gov/sites/files/ed/documents/Each and Every Child Feb 2017.pdf

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1IqBeiDgi0LjubXnFkgAZx66SvwuMT7Ew8lurftJ1eGk/edit?ts=5ac2812b#slide=id.p3



Moderators
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Kelly Sorensen

Instructional Coach - Presenter, Howard-Winneshiek Community Schools
After 17 years in the elementary world of 5th graders and special education, I jumped onto the Teacher Leadership Compensation bus and haven't looked back! Well, that's not quite true. I'm 1 of 3 instructional coaches in our district. Each day I'm learning something new about content... Read More →

Speakers
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Terese Jurgensen

Director of Special Education & Student Services PK-12, Howard Winneshiek Community School District
My name is Terese Jurgensen, and the presentation for the 1:1 Conference is a compilation of years of experience in working with challenging students in our communities and school systems who are from various ages, grades, races, classrooms, schools and cultures. These students... Read More →



Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
308

11:30am CDT

So you want to Blend Your Classroom
Hear from districts who are moving toward blended learning. We will discuss why you might want to take this leap, what to think about before converting a course to online, the challenges and tips for a successful online course. This session will also share with participants the opportunity to participate in a blended learning cohort as well as an Online Learning for Iowa Educators community.

Moderators
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Jen Van Fleet

State/Federal Program Specialist, Davenport Community School District
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Melissa Wicklund

K-12 Instructional Designer, AEA Learning Online
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Ann Wiley

Curriculum Coordinator-Instructional Technology, Johnston CSD

Speakers
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Denise Krefting

Instructional Designer, AEA Learning Online
Support Iowa Schools in online instruction, OER Commons, provide online trainings for credit and provide support and content for AEA Learning's Student Personalized Learning System.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
303

11:30am CDT

Technology+Coaching=Success
This session will cover tips and tricks on how to make coaching easier and more organized thru technology. These will include Screencastify, Google Forms, Awesome Screenshot, and more.

Speakers
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Allison Pearson

Technology Integrationist, Wilton Jr./Sr. High School
This is my third year working as a technology integrationist in our building. Before this year, I taught 7-12 grade social studies. People should ask me for ideas on how to incorporate meaningful technology within their lessons, especially when it comes to using websites like Blendspace... Read More →



Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
302

11:30am CDT

Why Does Google Keep Changing That?!?
One of the joys of using Google is that they are constantly updating their services. One of the frustrations of Google is that they are constantly updating their services. Come and check out some of the new updates in Sites, Calendar, and "Google Meet." There is no promise of a comprehensive list because they probably updated more last night.

Speakers
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Michelle Cowell

Consultant, Central Rivers Area Education Agency
Michelle is an Instructional Technology and AIW consultant at Central Rivers AEA where she has focused on increasing the levels of student thinking and engagement using technology in the classroom 


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
309

11:30am CDT

Make Learning More Accessible Using Digital Tools
Another title for this session could be: One Size Does Not Fit All.  With the technology that we have available to us, we can make learning more accessible and better designed for all students. We can do more than just design our lessons for one style of learner and can make learning happen for all of our students.  We have tools and techniques that can make it so that students can learn despite what challenges they face. Join me to discuss how we can better be designing learning for all and how we can make our current learning more accessible. https://donovanscience.com/presentations/student-accessibility-tools/

Speakers
avatar for Patrick Donovan

Patrick Donovan

Instructional Coach, Ames CSD
Instructional Coach at Ames High School in Ames, IA.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
312/313

11:30am CDT

Roll-Alike: Math/Science
A room designated for educators with similar rolls to network and share practices. These sessions are unmoderated. Attendees guide the conversation.

Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
318

11:30am CDT

Unconference Room
Wednesday April 4, 2018 11:30am - 12:30pm CDT
319

12:30pm CDT

Lunch
Wednesday April 4, 2018 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
TBA

1:30pm CDT

1:1 Leadership Talks with Nick
This session is an unstructured conversion about leadership and 1:1 schools.  Participants should come prepared to ask questions, contribute ideas, and drive the conversation.  Notes from the session can be found here.

Speakers

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Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
304

1:30pm CDT

A Cornucopia of Classroom Challenges... Solved!
Join a diverse group of Iowa educators that have combined 80 years of elementary, secondary & post-secondary technology integration experience across ALL subjects. Some are currently practicing educators and some are consultants for state agencies and private companies. ALL have the same vision: Preparing future generations for success in an ever-evolving technological landscape. You will leave this session not only inspired to embrace technology but also equipped with the tools necessary for integration.  AEAs (Northwest, Prairie Lakes, Heartland), School Districts, & Soundtrap

Speakers
avatar for Marisa Dahl

Marisa Dahl

Digital Learning Consultant, Heartland AEA
My name is Marisa Dahl, and I serve as an Instructional Technology Consultant at Heartland Area Education Agency (AEA) in Central Iowa. Heartland is an educational service agency that supports school districts in Central Iowa. My role at Heartland AEA is to support school districts... Read More →
avatar for Patrick Donovan

Patrick Donovan

Instructional Coach, Ames CSD
Instructional Coach at Ames High School in Ames, IA.
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Tyler Youngers

Instructional Tech Consultant, Northwest AEA
Tyler is an Instructional Technology Consultant and Social Studies Consultant in the northwest corner of the great state of Iowa. In that role, Tyler is currently working in the areas of digital learning, instructional design for NWAEA, OER, PBL, mentoring & induction, the new social... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
309

1:30pm CDT

Actively Learn: How to Help Every Student Read for Depth.
Reading for depth is hard. Actively Learn can help. In this hands-on and interactive workshop, we will show you how to:- Access high-quality digital content across all content areas. - Increase student engagement, improving writing and comprehension. - Scaffold lessons to support and challenge all readers.About us:Actively Learn is an online literacy platform used by schools and districts to ensure every student reads for depth. With Actively Learn, teachers can more effectively implement research-based practices to activate, support, and reveal thinking for every student. Our approach is supported by the Gates Foundation, National Science Foundation, and has been used by over 1 million teachers and students across the country.

Speakers
avatar for Noam Schafer

Noam Schafer

Actively Learn
Noam joined Actively Learn in 2016. He works to help teachers develop their instructional practices in the digital space, and loves to help educators learn how Actively Learn can help the students they serve. Come talk to Noam about helping students read for depth.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
317

1:30pm CDT

Branch Out: Seek new digital horizons to power-up teaching
Have you been challenged to transform your teaching craft for personalized learning in ever increasing virtual realms?

Explore how to reshape teaching practices producing champions of technological avenues while creating intentionally successful classrooms.

Consider together using the Iowa Learning Online Pillars of Instructional Quality in Branch Out, starting your own local vitual learning program as a job-embedded professional learning opportunity.

Resources and presenation at http://bit.ly/ilo1to12018

Moderators
avatar for Monica Rouse

Monica Rouse

Teacher Support Consultant, Iowa Learning Online
A former English Language teacher and high school principal who is obsessively passionate about relationships in all aspects of education. I believe the most important aspect of education is valuing the individual needs of each learner. I have experience with teacher leadership and... Read More →

Speakers
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Jonnie Becker

Operations Manager, Iowa Department of Education
Hello partners in education. I was called to teaching before I was in kindergarten. Found my way to the University of Northern Iowa for both an BA in Earth Science Education and an MA in Secondary Science with a focus on Physics. I am a technology addict in that I am always looking... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
303

1:30pm CDT

Catch the Buzz for Visual Arts & Google Sites
This session will focus on google sites as a vehicle for students to curate their artwork. Simultaneously, integrating art skills, literacy and the 4 C’s of technology in line with an authentic audience. Participants in this session will view high school student examples, 4. Scale Criteria and planning insights.

Speakers
avatar for Amy Endres

Amy Endres

art instructor, Ballard HS


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
307

1:30pm CDT

Guide Student Learning with the Classroom App on iPad
The Classroom app turns your iPad into a powerful teaching assistant. In this session, you’ll experience Classroom features as a student, then as a teacher. Learn how to set up classes on the fly, launch apps on student devices, view student screens, share documents with the class, and more.

Speakers
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Jason Molesky

Development Executive, Apple


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
320

1:30pm CDT

Harness the power of the doodler with Sketchnoting basics.
Sketchnoting is an empowering way to teach the doodlers in your classes how to channel their scribbles into visual gold. Our students are bombarded with visuals everyday. In this session, let’s doodle! Learn basic symbols, tips and tricks transform your notes. Then pass that on to your students.

Speakers
avatar for Merri Lea De Wit

Merri Lea De Wit

World Language Teacher, Regis Middle School
I have been teaching Spanish at Regis Middle School for 15 years. I am currently also the ELL teacher for the building. I will be presenting at ISTE2019 in June. Technology has become a passion that has reignited my passion for teaching. My students are 1:1 on iPads and I love to... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
311

1:30pm CDT

Impacting a Culture of Readers with Digital Tools
Move beyond book reports and multiple choice tests! Engage your students with digital tools that will encourage your students to share their unique insights. Create a culture of readers that engage in conversations around the text, not just summarize and regurgitate!

Moderators
avatar for Lynn Kleinmeyer

Lynn Kleinmeyer

Digital Learning Consultant, Grant Wood AEA (& ITEC)
I am a Digital Learning Consultant with Grant Wood AEA. With a background as a Teacher Librarian and a 7th grade Reading teacher, I'm working to support the integration of literacy and technology into every classroom! Follow me on Twitter: @THLibrariZen

Speakers
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Mindy Cairney

Technology Consultant, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Mindy is a digital learning consultant for Grant Wood AEA. She is passionate about helping teachers integrate technology with integrity. She co-hosts the Edtech Take Out podcast and the makerspace show: Think, Make, Innovate.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
310

1:30pm CDT

Kids Deserve a #FUTUREREADY Classroom
4 elementary teachers in Sioux City have made a commitment to being #futureready using technology to meet the 4 C's of Critical Thinking, Creativity, Communication and Collaboration. Their integration includes programmable toys, NearPod, FlipGrid, Office365, Tynker, SeeSaw, Storybird and more! If you want your students to be #futureready, do not miss this!

Moderators
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Keenan Ganz

Consulting Teacher, Sioux City Community Schools
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Jody Vanderloo

K-5 Math Curriculum Facilitator, Sioux City Community School District

Speakers
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Layne Henn

Technology Consulting Teacher, Sioux City Community Schools
I have been a teacher in the SCCSD for 25 years. I have been working with technology integration in the classroom for 16 years. My latest role as a Technology Consulting Teacher for schools k-12 has provided me the opportunity to work with some amazing teachers and students. In the... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
306

1:30pm CDT

Memorize, regurgitate, repeat! Blah!
While knowing is at the foundation of Bloom’s, creating is at the peak. How can leveraging tech amplify the natural creativity and curiosity of students as well as transform learning into a social process? This interactive session will explore innovative ways for students to showcase learning. Presentation Link

Speakers
avatar for Andrew Fenstermaker

Andrew Fenstermaker

Innovation Coach & Instructional Tech Coordinator, Iowa City Schools
Andrew Fenstermaker currently serves as the Instructional Technology Coordinator and Tech Coach for the Iowa City School District. Even though he is short on hair, he is full of creative ways to inspire and build the capacity of others with innovative practices that leverage the 4Cs... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
308

1:30pm CDT

Organized Chaos
WorkFlowy is a zoomable and shareable document that provides an excellent way for students to organize materials for research papers, classes, and school. When used for a research paper, the students were able to cut out the notecard option, link each note to the source it came from, differentiate how many notes they have from each source, and see in a glance what they still need to find information on. WorkFlowy can be a great way for students to not only organize their thoughts for papers, but also provide organization throughout daily life.

Speakers
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Mary Neumayer

Teacher, Boone High School


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
315

1:30pm CDT

Project Based Learning: Steps to getting teachers on board and implementing
Are you wanting to see more teachers use project based learning in their classrooms? And are you thinking that PBL is too big of a step for your teachers?

Do you want to know how to set teachers up for success so that it is easy for them to succeed and hard to fail?

Are you wanting to know how instructional coaches and principals can play a role in this process?

If yes, then join me for a practical session that will provide you with ideas to move teachers forward toward Project Based Learning including processes, tools, and a PBL continuum.

Speakers
avatar for Julie Graber

Julie Graber

Educator, PLAEA and The Center
Julie Graber is an instructional technology consultant and a school improvement facilitator for Prairie Lakes Area Education Agency where she supports educators with effective teaching, learning, leading, and technology practices. She is a passionate educator who is most interested... Read More →



Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
305

1:30pm CDT

Teach Like A Coach



Speakers
avatar for Nick Schauf

Nick Schauf

English Teacher, Mentor Teacher, Basketball Coach, Oelwein Community Schools
Teach Like A Coach brings aspects from the court and applies them to the classroom. Learning from coaches can help us all be better teachers.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
301

1:30pm CDT

The Glory of Google Add-Ons
This session would look into various add-ons for Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Googe Slides. These would include add-ons that allow for teachers to add rubrics to Google Docs, create bibliographies in proper format and so much more.

Speakers
avatar for Allison Pearson

Allison Pearson

Technology Integrationist, Wilton Jr./Sr. High School
This is my third year working as a technology integrationist in our building. Before this year, I taught 7-12 grade social studies. People should ask me for ideas on how to incorporate meaningful technology within their lessons, especially when it comes to using websites like Blendspace... Read More →



Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
316

1:30pm CDT

They Listen to Virtual Me Better Than Real Me!
Ways to use videos that you create in the classroom. See how creating and using personal videos can help students learn better and allow you to duplicate yourself in the classroom. You can create videos for procedures, demonstrations and even sub lessons. It doesn’t have to be fancy to work!

Speakers
avatar for Tina Scandrett

Tina Scandrett

K-6 Art Teacher, Iowa City Community School District
I am a K-6 Art Teacher who is excited about how using video as a teaching tool has enhanced my classroom.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
314

1:30pm CDT

Choose Your Adventure
None of us have the same starting point, and we all travel on different paths. So how do we move forward together? What are the structures and supports that can be put in place to optimize our growth and learning? Two principals share what they've done to foster a culture of personal, professional growth.

Speakers
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Eric Ewald

Principal, Van Allen Elementary/ICCSD
Husband to Amy, father to Ryne and Olivia. Lead learner and chief story teller at Van Allen Ele. #dadsasprincipals #LeadersAreReaders #VanAllenPride
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Nick Proud

Principal, Garner Elementary / Iowa City Community Schools
Nick Proud (@Nick_Proud) is the principal at Garner Elementary in North Liberty, IA. Garner proudly serves nearly 700 students in a K-6 building. He has presented Nationally including at ISTE 2018 and the National Principals Conference. Nick was honored as the 2016 ITEC Administrator... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
312/313

1:30pm CDT

Roll-Alike: Elementary
A room designated for educators with similar rolls to network and share practices. These sessions are unmoderated. Attendees guide the conversation.

Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
318

1:30pm CDT

Unconference Room
Wednesday April 4, 2018 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
319

2:30pm CDT

Vendor Time
Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:30pm - 2:45pm CDT
TBA

2:45pm CDT

Amplify My Voice--Student Podcasting
We live in a media rich world. How are we amplifying our student voices to inspire change? Come check out how students were empowered to share their passions through podcasts that they created in WeVideo and published through Flipgrid. We will explore the lessons learned from my failures, but leave with the tools and strategies needed to begin amplifying your students’ voices.

Speakers
avatar for Andrew Fenstermaker

Andrew Fenstermaker

Innovation Coach & Instructional Tech Coordinator, Iowa City Schools
Andrew Fenstermaker currently serves as the Instructional Technology Coordinator and Tech Coach for the Iowa City School District. Even though he is short on hair, he is full of creative ways to inspire and build the capacity of others with innovative practices that leverage the 4Cs... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
308

2:45pm CDT

Blending in Math
Join me as I share my implementation of Blended Learning. I will share digital resources that drive my instructional path for each student and how these resources enhance students’ learning process. We will discuss student benefits, how blended learning has simplified my life, and my successes and learning points.


Speakers
avatar for Jill Herrig

Jill Herrig

9-12 Mathematics, Iowa City Schools


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
314

2:45pm CDT

COACHercising
A little bit of innovation goes a LONG way. Create a contagious enthusiasm with your students & colleagues! Walk away with a multitude of strategies to enhance blended learning environments by being intentionally reflective, celebrating innovation, embracing creativity, getting messy, and HAVING FUN! Every educator needs an effective coach!

Speakers
avatar for Patrick Snyder

Patrick Snyder

Elem. Sci/SS Curriculum Coordinator, Iowa City Schools
Elem. Sci/SS Curriculum Coordinator


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
302

2:45pm CDT

Defining and Proving Engagement in Today's Schools
We talk about engagement all the time, but what is it? Activity? Entertainment? And, if something is really engaging, how do you prove it? This session will look at defining and proving engagement in your classroom.

Speakers
avatar for Dane Barner

Dane Barner

Teacher, Webster City
I am a 5-8 Vocal Music teacher at Webster City Middle School. I am an early adopter, technology integrator, and student voice activist. Please connect with me @mrbarnerwcms and aroundthecornerthinking.com


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
307

2:45pm CDT

Designing for TIPC
Have you struggled to translate an awesome idea into a practical classroom lesson?  Did you find an incredible tool at today’s conference, but you’re not sure if it will improve student learning?  The Technology Integration Planning Cycle (Hutchinson & Woodward, 2014) offers a solution to these dilemmas and more.  Learn how this research-based approach to lesson planning with technology in mind can help you design multi-modal, student-centered teaching to reach your instructional goals.

Speakers
avatar for Steven Hopper

Steven Hopper

Curriculum Technology Coordinator, Ankeny Community School District
Dad. Thinker. School Board Member. Aspiring Educational Leader.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
304

2:45pm CDT

Digital Storytelling: Go Green(screen)!
Come explore green screen technology! Play, learn and explore how a green screen can be used to transform teaching and learning. Empower students to dive deeper into content in a more creative way. Your students can be anywhere their imagination takes them! We'll use the DoInk app, iPads and your creativity to create easy-peezy projects in this hands-on session.

Moderators
avatar for Brianna Buck

Brianna Buck

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools
As a Digital Learning Coach I love helping teachers incorporate technology into their classroom. My favorite is being with the elementary students. As an Apple Distinguished Educator I have a passion for finding new ways to use iPads in the classroom.

Speakers
avatar for Cindy Herren

Cindy Herren

K-12 Technology and Innovation Leader, Waukee Schools
Cindy Herren is a K-12 Technology and Innovation Leader at Waukee Schools in Waukee, Iowa. She’s taught for 27 years in a variety of settings, and enjoys working with students and teachers. She loves to collaborate with other educators and share best practices of integrating technology... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
311

2:45pm CDT

Google Grazing
Come get stuffed on G Suite for Education tips and tricks and learn about a few other Googley tools to support learning. Participants will learn about creative ways to integrate the core G Suite apps into their curriculum as well as creative ways to leverage Chrome extensions, Google Add-Ons, and other Google tools.

Moderators
avatar for Amber Bridge

Amber Bridge

Digital Learning Consultant, Grant Wood Area Education Agency
Digital Learning Consultant for Grant Wood AEA. Check out our YouTube Makerspace show, Think, Make, Innovate. #havefunmaking

Speakers
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Gina Rogers

Technology Consultant, Grant Wood AEA
Gina Rogers is a instructional technology consultant at Grant Wood AEA in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Before accepting her position at GWAEA, Gina was a high school English and Language Arts teacher in two 1:1 districts in eastern Iowa. She taught everything from 9th grade ELA to College... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
310

2:45pm CDT

High School Maker's Space 101
Interested in starting a Maker's Space in your high school, but don't know where to begin?

In this session, attendees will learn about how Knoxville High School developed its Maker's Space. We will cover everything from setting a purpose, creating a space on a budget, and creating challenges for students to complete. We will also have some of the tools we use in our space for attendees to try out.

Moderators
Speakers
avatar for Lindsey Carlson

Lindsey Carlson

Technology Integrationist, Knoxville CSD
Lindsey is a 6-12 technology integrationist at Knoxville CSD.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
309

2:45pm CDT

Log into Fifth Grade
Get a look into how this Fifth Grade team has prepared their students to be innovative thinkers, leaders and future ready.

Moderators
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Laura Lewis

5th grade teacher
MM

Mande Moran

5th grade teacher
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Candice Schoenherr

5th grade teacher
Hello! My name is Candice Schoenherr and I am a 5th grade teacher in the SCCSD. Here's the scoop on me: I'm from Sioux City and have lived here my entire life. I attend college at Briar Cliff University and my Master’s at Wayne State. Lifelong learner and a member of #FutureRea... Read More →

Speakers
avatar for Mimi Moore

Mimi Moore

Principal, Sioux City Community Schools
I have been active in the education profession for over 30 years. I have taught preschool through post secondary: 10 years preschool/elementary, 5 years middle school, 10 years high school, and 7 years post secondary education. A majority of my teaching career has been in special... Read More →


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
306

2:45pm CDT

Oh the “Passabilities”, e-hallpass - Hallpasses Gone Digital!
Cardinal adopted e-hallpass last year which eliminated paper passes and provides visibility into who is in the hall at any given time. EHP reduces teacher interruptions and makes students more accountable for their time. We can limit the number of passes, search pass history and create future appointment passes.

Moderators
avatar for Heather Crosser

Heather Crosser

Project Coordinator, Eduspire Solutions

Speakers
avatar for Joel Pedersen

Joel Pedersen

Superintendent, Cardinal Schools


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
317

2:45pm CDT

Start small go big - change your tech culture
Changing your tech culture doesn’t happen without the teacher in mind. Join us to see how Spencer CSD incorporates teachers, coaches, and IT professionals in technology initiatives.

Moderators
avatar for Landon Allen

Landon Allen

Director of Information Technology, Spencer Community School District

Speakers
avatar for Jessica Bieber

Jessica Bieber

District Technology Integration Coach, Spencer CSD


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
301

2:45pm CDT

Supporting Students with Personalized Learning Learning
Experience how the Student Personalized Learning System offered by AEA Learning Online (formerly AEA PD Online) as a teacher and/or student with a variety of different roles. Come join us to learn more about the Student Personalized Learning System content and ways to personalize and differentiate learning for students.

Moderators
avatar for Denise Krefting

Denise Krefting

Instructional Designer, AEA Learning Online
Support Iowa Schools in online instruction, OER Commons, provide online trainings for credit and provide support and content for AEA Learning's Student Personalized Learning System.

Speakers
avatar for Melissa Wicklund

Melissa Wicklund

K-12 Instructional Designer, AEA Learning Online


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
303

2:45pm CDT

Well-designed UbD Performance Tasks that Integrate Technology
What does a well-designed performance task that integrates technology look like? This session will explore UbD stage two planning for performance tasks. Don’t know what performance tasks or UbD are? No worries! This session will be co-curricular & will review how to design performance based assessments that integrate technology.

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Christina Link

Staff Development/Training, Burlington Community School District


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
305

2:45pm CDT

Civil Discourse in a Digital World
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.


Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
312/313

2:45pm CDT

Roll-Alike: Principals/Superintendents/IT
A room designated for educators with similar rolls to network and share practices. These sessions are unmoderated. Attendees guide the conversation.

Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
318

2:45pm CDT

Unconference Room
Wednesday April 4, 2018 2:45pm - 3:45pm CDT
319
 
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