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January 24-26, 2007 • Orange County Convention Center • Orlando, Florida

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FETC is one of the largest, most successful conferences in the United States devoted to educational technology. The conference program is designed so educators and administrators have an opportunity to learn how to integrate different technologies across the curriculum – from kindergarten to college – while being exposed to the latest hardware, software, and successful strategies on student technology use. FETC is designed for teachers, principals and deans, district administrators, curriculum designers, media specialists, technology directors, and various other educators.

The most comprehensive, progressive educational technology conference in the country.More than 200 Concurrent Sessions focusing on current and emerging technologies.61 Professional Development Workshops targeting 21st-century skills.An exhibit hall with more than 500 companies displaying the latest in technology and education

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Information about the Ticketed Workshops available at FETC 2007 can be found in this brochure. These workshops are separate from the concurrent sessions included in your conference registration fee. These Ticketed Workshops require an additional fee and separate registration. Registration forms and instructions are available in this brochure and online at www.fetc.org.

FETC has become known worldwide for its outstanding program. This year’s conference will be no exception. Choose from more than 200 concurrent sessions addressing current and emerging technologies, along with best practices discovered through research and actual classroom experience. Attendees can also choose from a slate of nationally-recognized speakers who will address current topics in educational technology during the Eye-Opener Keynote and Featured Speaker sessions. A listing of the concurrent session titles is included in this brochure. Full descriptions of the sessions will be available on the FETC Web site in November.

The Exhibit Hall will make its grand opening immediately following the Opening Session on Wednesday, January 24, at 5:00 p.m. For two full hours you will be able to preview and purchase the latest hardware, software, and peripherals that more than 500 companies have to offer. In addition, the Opening Reception will take place in the Exhibit Hall during this time. The Exhibit Hall will be open the following hours:

Exhibit Hall

Ticketed Workshops

Concurrent Sessions

FETC Features:

What is FETC?

Thursday, January 25: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Friday, January 26: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Wednesday, January 24:

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Conference registrations are currently being accepted online, by fax, or U.S. Mail. Your registration fee includes access to all conference sessions, receptions and special events, as well as unlimited entry to the FETC 2007 Exhibit Hall. Ticketed workshops are not included in your conference registration. Registration forms and instructions are availabe in this brochure and online at www.fetc.org.

The South Complex of the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is located at 9899 International Drive. It is located directly across the street from the Rosen Centre Hotel and next to the Peabody Hotel. It can be reached easily from I-4 via State Road 528 (Exit #72) and then take Exit #1 (International Drive). Its main telephone number is 407-685-9800. There is limited parking available adjacent to the South Complex of the OCCC. The Convention Center currently charges a per-entry fee of $10 for passenger vehicles and $15 for oversized vehicles.

Orange County Convention Center

Conclude your conference experience by attending the Closing Session on Friday, January 26, at 4:15 p.m. Don’t miss this extraordinary session, a chance to win incredible door prizes, and receive your commemorative FETC 2007 t-shirt.

Closing Session

Explore the latest in assistive devices, software, and peripherals in the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resource System’s (FDLRS) Assistive Technology Hands-On Lab. The lab will be open Thursday, January 25, and Friday, January 26.

Assistive Technology Lab

FETC 2007 kicks off with the Opening Session on Wednesday, January 24, at 3:30 p.m. Come hear this year’s keynote speaker along with local, state, and national dignitaries who will share their visions for technology in education.

Opening Session

Conference Registration

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Opening Session 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Exhibit Hall Grand Opening and Reception 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Ticketed Workshops 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Eye-Opener Keynotes 7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Concurrent Session 1 9:15 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.Concurrent Session 2 10:35 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hour 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Concurrent Session 3 12:30 p.m. – 1:25 p.m.Concurrent Session 4 1:50 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.Concurrent Session 5 3:10 p.m. – 4:05 p.m.Concurrent Session 6 4:30 p.m. – 5:25 p.m.Exhibit Hall 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Ticketed Workshops 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Eye-Opener Keynotes 7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.Concurrent Session 7 9:15 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.Concurrent Session 8 10:35 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hour 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Concurrent Session 9 12:30 p.m. – 1:25 p.m.Concurrent Session 10 1:50 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.Concurrent Session 11 3:10 p.m. – 4:05 p.m.Closing Session 4:15 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.Exhibit Hall 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Ticketed Workshops 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

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Chris Dede, Harvard Graduate School of Education

Ted Hasselbring, University of Kentucky

John Kuglin, ComChoice Corporation

Cheryl Lemke, Metiri Group

Jenelle Leonard, U.S. Department of Education

Alan November, Building Learning Communities, Inc.

Peter Reynolds, FableVision, Inc.

Kathy Schrock, Nauset Public Schools

Brent Williams, Kennesaw State University

Julie Young, Florida Virtual School

Mary Ann Wolf, SETDA

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FETC �007 Concurrent Sessions21 Tips for the 21st Century Classroom Kathryn Lazenby360 Degrees of Accountability Thomas Herdtner5 Easy Steps to Digital Photo Story-telling Terence CavanaughA Positive Learning Environment Infused with Technology Jackie PonsAccessing & Integrating NASA Education’s Online Resources Mindi CappAction Research: Using Technology to Cultivate Communities of Practice Karen ConnaghanAffordable Tools: Public-Sector Hosting Open-Source Instructional Tech Victor FerrerosAlice: Making Programming More Accessible for Girls as Well as Boys William StanardAmerica’s Digital Schools 2006: What to Learn from the Early Adopters Jeanne HayesAn Introduction to Windows Movie Maker Al MizellAn iPod for Everyone Adriane PetersApplied Data Analysis for Principals & Teachers (ADAPT) Online Program Garnette KnappAre Your Students Really Safe on the Internet? Darina Glover-RussellAssessing Students’ and Teachers’ Technology Skills: NETS as Benchmarks Mila FullerAttacking Two Drop Out Rates through Online Communities of Practice Paul ReynoldsBEYOND NEWSPRINT: Use Your Newspaper for Podcasting, Blogging and More Pauline LutherBeyond Testing: Nurturing Creativity, Critical Thinking, Collaboration Peggy Healy StearnsBlended Learning Through the Use of Windows Sharepoint Services Bill JohnsenBlended Learning: Integrating Online Learning & Face-to-Face Instruction Kristie Clements

Blogging in the Science Laboratory Cheryl PeauroiBring Your Science Class into the 21st Century with Technology Lara SharpBringing Authors into Your Classroom via Online Technologies Lou GrecoBuilding the School of the Future Jim SnyderCan Games and Simulations Reach AND Teach the 21st Century Student? Karen BillingsCarl D. Perkins Vocational/Career and Technical Education Funding Ted LaneCheat Fair! Questioning Strategies for Cell Phone Use in the Classroom Mark Geary Collaborating to Make UDL a Reality: Alternate Access to Kurzweil 3000 Jennifer Edge-SavageComparing Geographic Information (GIS) Tools for K-12 Marsha AlibrandiCountryside 4th Grade Podcasting Project Kris VassosCreating Interactive Schedules Using Microsoft PowerPoint Chrissy OgilvieCreating with a Purpose Janet BremerCuring Your Student E-mail Headaches Jeff PattersonDefining “OurSpace:” GIS/GPS Tools to Go from Community to Global Understanding Karolyne LuceroDeveloping an Effective Technology Plan Alan PreisDeveloping Standards Referenced Course Packs Using Adobe Acrobat Steve AdlerDevelopment and Implementation of Middle School Digital Portfolios Paul ClarkDifferentiate Instruction with 180,000 Standards-Based Online Resources Joel PetersenEasy Rubrics + Rapid Grades = Successful Performance Michael PerryEffective Integration of Interactive Technology for Literacy Gains Paige Jerome

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Effective Technology Training: It’s Easy as a WINK Craig EllisonElectronic Portfolios for Elementary Pamela GarrityEnabling Effective Communication via Microsoft SharePoint PortalServer Leonard NieboEngaging Students in Inquiry via Online Mentoring: The ISTF Experience Bruce FurinoExcite and Engage Your Students Through Tool-Based Software Sylvia HernandezExciting Integration of CAS, SMART Board, and TI Graphing Calculators Tom ReardonExperience Teaching with Online Simulations from ExploreLearning Mario JuncoExplore Florida Using Primary Sources from the Library of Congress Gail PetriExtreme Presentation Makeover! Lynell BurmarkFirst Year Lessons Learned: Implementing a Laptop Program Angela Ayan-NovoFlorida School Offers Best Practices from a Year-Long Math Challenge David ChristiansenFLVS Teacher Panel: Everything You Want to Know about Teaching Online Vicki JensenFree and Low Cost Tools for Educational Podcasting Rodney EllisonFrom Hormonal Teens to Writing Fiends: How my Access!™ Changed it All Jessica RowellGALAXY Classroom: Inquiry-Based Science Meets Technology Integration! Christine Kane PerezGames, Simulations, and Virtual Environments in Education Gary BitterGliders, Sketchers, and Streamers: Cool Tools for Google Earth Linda LysterGlobal Imitative Through Digital Education for Students (GLIDES) Michele RiveraGoing Global: Strategies for Engaging Students in Global Projects Gordon WorleyHandhelds in the Classroom: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly! Cheryl SteppHarnessing Ed Tech Resources in After-School Programs Rita OatesHarnessing the Power of Web 2.0 to Support Literacy Kim CavanaughHear Ye! Hear Ye! Free Technology! Sandee FlemingHelping Educators Use Data to Improve Student Learning Pat CanavanHow a Teacher Can Be Researcher/Scientist Suzane BanasHow Did You Make Those Gains? Debra JohnsonHow Educators are Using Social Technologies to Redefine Schooling Robert MancabelliHow Suite It Is! Math Instruction with IntelliTools’ Classroom Suite John LaskarzewskiHow to Integrate Technology into the 90-Minute Reading Block Sally ButzinHow to Utilize Your Web site as an Effective Crisis Communication Tool Bill KlasnicImproving Students’ Writing Skills without Going Crazy Brian MeierIn the Know: Education Funding Intelligence in 2007 Jennifer HouseIncrease Scores and More with Technology Cyndee CoyleIncreasing Parental and Community Participation: The Why and the How Reina Huerta

Infusing Technology into the Learning Environment Chris CarusoInnovative Collaboration Strategies and Florida Girls Get IT! Leah CookInnovative Vision for Building Technology Capacity Larry M. BuchananInnovatively Changing Education Lori ByrnesIntegrating Probeware into the High School Science Class Eric GardnerIntelligent Classroom Specifications & Trial Use Results William PiotrowskiIntelligent Classrooms for All Teachers: An Instructional Design Debra KleinIntramural Robotics on a Shoestring Budget Michael GamsoniPods in the Classroom! Podcasting in Education! Gloria WoodiRead: Turning the Media Center into the 21st Digital Literacy Hub John LongIt’s Podcastic! Sally HouseK12DR: Disaster Recovery and Ed-Business Continuity in K-12 Wm Larry PadgettKid’s Talk Radio: A High Motivational Math & Science Learning Program Bob BarbozaKids on Laptops: Digital Learning Magic Patricia HornLangwitches: The Magic of Foreign Language Learning through Technology Silvia TolisanoLaptops for Literacy: Improving Achievement in Reading and Technology Tom IngramLaptops to iPODS: Students Lead the Way and Extend Their Learning Day! Jeanine GendronLaunch for Success Stephanie StevensonLayer’s Literacy Team Tracks Student Progress to AYP! Gloria StaatsLearning about Today’s New and Emerging Technologies Joyce WintertonLearning Circles: Online Collaborative Action Research Communities Margaret RielLiteracy Instruction and Podcasts: Partners in our Reading Classrooms! Carol NortonLittle Hands, Big Ideas Crill HeadMaking Data Work for You: The Instruction and Learning Appraisal John RossMaking the Reading-Writing Connection Valerie LairdMovie Documentary: The 21st Century Research Essay Gigi CarlsonMultimedia Magic: Improving Learning through Digital Media Arnie AbramsMultimodal Technologies and Universal Design for Learning Linda SchleefNever Fall Behind: A Struggling Student’s Perspective Mario BallOne-to-One Computing Challenges, Strategies, and Achievements Dan PisarskiOnline Safety: A Survival Guide for All Educators Steve HollandPodcasts and Creating Music: Using GarageBand in the Classroom David WilliamsPrimary Source Investigation from The Library of Congress Cheryl Lederle-Ensign Principal Certification: The Online Portfolio Shelly Bell

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Professional Learning Communities: Maximizing Teaching and Learning Brenda CrouchReality Bytes: One-to-One Computing in the Elementary Classroom Terri TuleyReceptive Teaching: Accepting High-Tech Learning Invitations Gary StagerResource Mapping and Technology Planning Lynn FellRunning with Scissors: Life on the Bleeding Edge David ThornburgS.T.E.M. Activities for the Science, Technology, or Math Classroom James JonesSchool Rocks! Teaching Math through Fun Music! Vicki TaylorScience for Little People: Integrating Science into K-2 Classrooms Heidi AndersonSecure Wireless Integration in the Educational Environment Ryan BertaniSIF Strategies to Improve Data Interoperability for Districts & States Laurie CollinsStaff Development via Video Tutorials with Accountability and Reporting Steve MosherSupporting Struggling Math Students: Classroom-Friendly Web Resources Ann OrrSurvival Strategies for Technology Leaders Chris O’Neal Tablets for Teachers Cary PetersenTalking Word Processors, Calculators, Dictionaries and More! Cindy Szulewski-BoothTeaching Out of School Nelson SuttonTeaching Sunshine State Standards Through Video Game Development Paul AckermanTech Rocks!! Tech Tools that Motivate Students & Save You Time M. Diane Barber-LaCroixTechnology & Differentiated Instruction: New Tools, Timeless Purpose Lynell BurmarkTechnology for Non-Education Major Teachers Linda RobinsonTechnology Toolkit for User Support Ken St. JamesThe Digital Classroom: A Look into the Future Lil KelloggThe Ease of Creating a Global Classroom Using Adobe Tools Colette StempleThe Engaged Classroom: Providing a Technology - Rich Instructional Suite Randi ZwickerThe Joy of Learning Math through Brain-Based Curriculum Software Erin KominskyThe Last Mile in ED Tech Daniel CardToto, We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: Making Art on the Computer Ann AyersToys, Technology, and Digital Natives John OpperTransforming Bibliographic Instruction: Active Learning and the Library Elizabeth EngelTropicália and Technology: Planetary Forces for Social Change David ThornburgUp, Up, Up and Away! Where are We Going to Learn Today? Pamela JamoomUpgrading Your Staff: Version 2.0 Scott KauffmanUse Captivate and MOODLE to Enrich and/or Remediate Your Students Joey EddyUsing Computers in ESOL/Bilingual and Foreign Language Instruction Jennifer Frazier

Using Data for Targeted Interventions Irene SperoUsing Electronic Portfolios for Formative/Classroom-based Assessment Helen BarrettUsing Internet2 to Enhance the Classroom Teaching Environment Jack HallUsing Moodle to Facilitate K-12 Online Student - Centered Education Jill GreinerUsing Technology to Exceed Adequate Yearly Progress Brent WalkerUsing Technology to Meet Math Standards David HoergerUsing Technology to Reach the Unreachable Janice HallUsing Virtual Manipulatives to Improve Classroom Performance David ShusterUtilizing E-mail Systems in the Classroom Robert AbrahamVideocasting to Open the World to Student Masterpieces Don MontgomeryVirtual Manipulatives for Linear and Quadratic Equations Megan YanesVisual Learning Strategies to Meet Standards Across the Curriculum Crystal FitzsimmonsWe got an A! How We Met the Needs of a Diverse Population Elizabeth Le ClearWeather Study: Like a Lightning Bolt in Your Classroom! Kathryn PerryWhat Comes After What Comes Next: 8 FREE Programs for the 21st Century Howie DiBlasiWhat the Research is Saying about Laptops and Student Achievement Joseph BiresWhat Works in K-12 Online Learning: Strategies for Virtual Teaching Cathy CavanaughWho Can Make a Video in 10 Minutes? You Can! Rushton HurleyWiki’s, Podcasting, and Blogs: Oh My! Florence McGeeWireless Everywhere: Why Do It and How to Make it Work for Kids Bob LilesWork Smarter, Not Harder with Data - Driven Instructional Technology Michelle GainerWriting Achievement: Students Write, Technology Scores! Beth Williams

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Web Visa, MC, Purchase Order

January 3, 2007 www.fetc.org

FaxIf faxing your registration or registering online, please do

not mail a form!

Visa, MC, Purchase Order

December 20, 2006 (850) 906-0077

US Mail Visa, MC, Purchase Order, Check,

Money Order, Travelers’ Check

Postmarked by December 20, 2006

FETCc/o McRae & Company, Inc.

P.O. Box 12189Tallahassee, FL 32317

Ways To Register

Opening & Closing SessionsEye-Opener Keynote Sessions Featured Speaker Sessions All Concurrent SessionsBeverage Breaks Opening Reception Exhibit Hall Entry

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To receive the pre-registration rate, forms must be postmarked or faxed by December 20, 2006, or you must register online by January 3, 2007. After this date, you will need to register ON-SITE at a higher rate. Pre-registrations will not be accepted after the dates listed above.

Check: Make checks payable to FETC. Personal, School, District/County, State, Organization, Business Checks, Money Orders, or Travelers’ Checks are accepted. U.S. funds only. (FEIN #59-3388610)

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Acknowledgment of your registration will be mailed to your home address. If you do not receive your confirmation within three weeks of submitting your registration, please call 1-866-353-3382 to verify registration.

Early Registration Discount

Confirmations

Badges for the conference will be mailed to your home address no later than January 10, 2007. If you need to make a correction or substitution, please mail or fax your request prior to January 10, 2007. After that date, all substitutions and corrections will need to be made on-site at the “Corrections/Substitutions” counter.

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Requests for refunds or purchase order cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellation requests will be subject to a $10 administrative fee. Refund requests must be postmarked by January 10, 2007. No refunds will be given on-site or after this date.

Refund Policy

For further questions regarding conference registration, please call 1-866-353-3382 or 850-906-0099 or e-mail registration@fetc.org. For general conference information, please call 850-219-9600 or e-mail info@fetc.org.

Questions

The Conference Fee Includes:

Payment OptionsPlease do not combine workshop fees with your conference fee.

FETC Ticketed Workshops have a separate fee and are not included in the conference registration fee.

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FETC, Inc. is pleased to offer 61 workshops at FETC 2007 from January 23-26, 2007. These information-packed workshops offer participants a chance to learn new skills and strategies, create new materials, and explore topics in more depth than time allows in a conference concurrent session. The workshops also help participants meet the demands of state and national standards for technology skills and curriculum. They are available in hands-on and lecture formats, and are all conveniently held in the Orange County Convention Center. If you register and pay online, your seat is reserved, and you will receive an automated confirmation letter. Workshops require an extra enrollment fee and have limited seating in order to ensure the highest quality learning experience for participants.

Registration forms are available in this brochure and on the FETC Web site – www.fetc.org. Remember, Ticketed Workshop fees are separate and are not included with conference registration. Advanced registration must be post marked or faxed by December 20,2006, or register online until January 3, 2007.

Online registration accepts payment by Visa or MasterCard only. If you prefer a different payment option, please complete the workshop registration form and mail to FETC Workshops, P.O. Box 13025, Tallahassee, FL 32317-3025. Full payment by check, money order, purchase order, or credit card (Visa or MasterCard only) is required to reserve a seat in any workshop. Please make checks, purchase orders, or money orders payable to: FETC Workshops (FEIN #59-3388610). Do not combine your conference registration fee and your workshop registration fee in the same payment, as it will delay the registration process.

Credit Card (Visa or MasterCard only): Register online at www.fetc.org or complete the Ticketed Workshop Registration Form included in this brochure. Forms may be faxed to 850-386-4263 or mailed to FETC Ticketed Workshops, P.O. Box 13025, Tallahassee, FL 32317-3025.

Check or Money Order: Complete the Ticketed Workshop Registration Form included in this brochure and mail to FETC Ticketed Workshops, P.O. Box 13025, Tallahassee, FL 32317-3025. Registrations paid by check or money order cannot be submitted online or by fax.

Workshop tickets purchased through advance registration will be mailed directly to the registrant’s home address approximately two weeks prior to the conference. Ticket holders may go directly to workshops without checking in at the on-site workshop registration counter. Those also planning to attend the conference will need to complete a separate conference registration form.

Refund requests must be submitted in writing and sent to FETC Workshops, P.O. Box 13025, Tallahassee, FL 32317-3025, or faxed to 850-386-4263. Refund requests will be subject to a $10 administrative fee, and those postmarked after January 10, 2007, will not be honored.

Ticketed Workshop Information

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Workshop Registration Policies

Advance Registration

Limited seating may be available after the close of advance registration. Ticketed Workshops with seats still available will be posted on-site in the workshop registration area at the Convention Center. Attendees may register and pay for these ticketed workshops at the on-site workshop registration counter.

Tuesday, January 23 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Wednesday, January 24 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.Thursday, January 25 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Friday, January 26 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

On-site Workshop Registration hours are:

On-site Workshop Registration

For further questions regarding ticketed workshop registration, please call the FETC Workshop Registration Managers toll-free at 1-888-306-6107 or e-mail to workshopreg@fetc.org.

Questions

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Workshop Tickets

Cancellation Policy Inservice Master Plan Points for renewal of the Florida Teaching Certificate are granted by the teacher’s individual school district. In many cases, workshops taken by teachers at FETC may be eligible for credit. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion for each ticketed workshop outlining the objectives, skills, concepts, and other relevant information that would help facilitate Master Plan Point credit.

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Hands-on Partner Lab means the workshop is held in a computer lab with one computer for every two participants.

Lecture means the workshop uses a video display and focuses on demonstrations, discussions, and/or lecture.

PC means the workshop computers use a Windows operating system.

MAC means the workshop computers use a Macintosh operating system.

Each workshop has been assigned a skill level based on participants’ expected familiarity with the topic, software, or skills being addressed in the workshop. Participants who register for a hands-on workshop must have basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills. The following skill levels are used in the workshop descriptions:

Beginner: Basic computer knowledge, keyboarding, and mouse-clicking skills.

Intermediate: Basic knowledge of the operating system (able to copy files, search for files, save work on a diskette, etc.) and the workshop topic’s specific software title. For Internet-related workshops: familiarity with the use of an Internet browser and some search skills.

Advanced: Considerable knowledge of the operating system (able to maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot) and the workshop topic’s specific software title. For Internet-related workshops: familiarity with web development and Internet programming.

All: Skill level appropriate for all participants.

The following is the key for understanding the workshop codes. The first letter of the code indicates the day:

T = TuesdayW = WednesdayH = ThursdayF = Friday

The second letter indicates the time:

A = morningP = afternoonF = full-day

Ticketed Workshop Skill Levels

Ticketed Workshop Formats

Ticketed Workshop Codes

For example, a workshop code beginning WA means the workshop takes place Wednesday morning.

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Teachers, School Technology Specialists, and District Web designers will learn to use Dreamweaver to create a Web site directory, Web pages that use tables as a layout tool, and templates to increase consistency and productivity of Web sites. This workshop is designed for the intermediate computer user with limited Web design experience who wants to improve how they share information on the Web, or teach their students how to create projects for potential grant opportunities.Repeats as an Intermediate version: HA38

TA01Introduction to Adobe’s Dreamweaver 8Michael Sawyer

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TA02 Tech Tools to Support Reading in the Content AreasEileen Pracek

How do you get at-risk students to meet higher standards in content areas when they cannot read at grade level? How do you support students who do well in class as long as independent reading is not involved? Fortunately, there are technology tools that can make a difference for students who lack reading skills that are critical for content area learning and testing. This workshop will assist you in making good decisions about which tools can best support those students who cannot read at grade level, who may be diverse learners, who may have learning disabilities, or who struggle with English as a second language. Participants will leave with a CD of resources, including tools that participants may use with students in their classrooms. Repeats: WA19

TA04Building Learning Communities through Podcasting - Teacher and Student Voices Chris Turek Show your students how to break down the boundaries of schools walls, meet people around the world, share knowledge and learn about other cultures with the use of RSS subscription based audio/video technologies. Preparing students for success in today’s global economy means teaching them the skills to create partnerships and access information in a global community. In this workshop, learn how educators can immerse students in international collaboration projects and have students become positive and contributing global citizens.

TA05It’s All About Curriculum, Not Technology!Charles Moseley

Discover how to make better use of the technology available in your school by shifting the emphasis to the curriculum. Many people start with the technology and then try to make the curriculum fit. In this workshop, we will start with the curriculum and make the technology fit. After all, technology is more adaptable than curriculum. We will examine many types of current and emerging technology to find out how they best fit into enhancing the curriculum puzzle at your school.

TA03Interactive PowerPoint: Create Engaging Student Centered ActivitiesDolores Norris with Nancy ParkerLearn how to convert PowerPoint from a simple presentation tool into a dynamic teaching tool. This hands-on workshop will train participants how to create interactive student centered activities using PowerPoint. Participants will learn how to create interactive lessons, FCAT practice activities, and portfolios where the user interacts with the media and utilizes it as a learning tool rather than a simple viewing experience. Repeats: TP08

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TP06Introduction to Adobe’s Flash 8

Michael Sawyer

Teachers, School Technology Specialists, and District Web designers will learn to use Flash to create simple animations. Participants will use the time line to animate objects, import sound, create vector drawings, use the new text features in Flash 8, implement Timeline Effects, and import images. This workshop is designed for the intermediate computer user with little or no experience with Adobe’s Flash. Repeats as an Intermediate version: HP46

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Students who are at-risk need Algebra to get a regular diploma. They come to you with diverse backgrounds, a wide range of abilities and gaps in their math skills. Many of them struggle to read and write at grade level. Some have special learning needs, or speak English as a second language. How do you help them make it? This workshop will look at how technology tools, when used with effective instructional strategies, can support students in the Algebra curriculum. It will focus on tech tools that make a difference in student achievement, help students access curriculum, and make accommodations for special needs. Repeats: WP28

TP08Interactive PowerPoint: Create Engaging Student Centered ActivitiesDolores Norris with Nancy Parker

Learn how to convert PowerPoint from a simple presentation tool into a dynamic teaching tool. This hands-on workshop will train participants how to create interactive student centered activities using PowerPoint. Participants will learn how to create interactive lessons, FCAT practice activities, and portfolios where the user interacts with the media and utilizes it as a learning tool rather than a simple viewing experience. Repeats: TA03

TP09Information Literacy and Web 2.0 - From Consumption to Creation - Managing the Change Chris Turek

The challenge of Internet information literacy has been compounded by the Web tools that allow our educators and learners to create information and Web resources in addition to the traditional model of information gathering, research, and consumption. We will be demonstrating how these tools are actually changing the way teachers are engaging their students and offering up classroom content and interaction that was never before possible. The need for a Web enabled classroom presence is nothing new and has been a challenge for educators since the Internet has been available in our schools. The creation and management of these tools was often complicated, time consuming, and often viewed as too much extra work to fit into the typical class day. Blogs, podcasting, and other Web 2.0 technologies have slashed the management and time considerations for educators. A Web-enabled classroom can finally be considered a realistic form of communication and a community building tool that can be created and managed in a matter of minutes.

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TP10Break through Language Arts with TechnologyAllen Anderson

You can break away from traditional approaches in the classroom when you integrate technology into your curriculum along with appropriate applications. You can alter the way you deliver instruction and redesign how you teach reading and writing development. This teacher will share how technology has changed his way of teaching and improved the response, motivation, and performance of his students in language arts and allowed him to meet the individual needs of his students.

TP11PodFest 2007John Long with the School District of Palm Beach County Technology Ambassadors

Have you ever asked yourself, what is a podcast? What does podcasting have to do with education? Well, we have the answers for you. Come and learn how to create, edit, and publish a podcast. In this workshop, you will work with fellow colleagues that produce their own podcasts. Trainers will show you their work as well as give you ideas on how to develop this new instructional tool for your classroom. This workshop is designed for up to 100 participants with 10 trainers! Participants will collaborate in small groups to publish a podcast from start to finish. Repeats: WP34

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TF12Virtual Servers on a Real NetworkGreg Mingo with Bill Fleischman

During this workshop, participants will configure and set up a multi-Vlan network, with connection to the Internet. This set up will include: IP addressing, cabling, switch and router configurations, DHCP, DNS, WINS, File and Print Services, Firewall and workstation set up. Participants will set up and configure MS 2003 Server running in the VMWare ESX Virtual Server Environment.

TF13Putting the Pieces Together: Integrating Technology in Every ClassroomJennifer Womble with Jan Graham

Engaging today’s students, who have grown up in the modern world of information technology, can be challenging for educators. This workshop is designed to provide educators with the technological skills, resource information, and curriculum ideas necessary to implement project - based learning that requires the use of higher order thinking and relevant 21st century skills. Participants will be introduced to the functions of a variety of technological tools (smartboards, Web pages, digital video, Microsoft software, and audience response systems), several planning tools to enhance curriculum with technology, and the know how to make technology integration possible. Participants will practice hands-on lesson development integrating technology into their K-12 classroom for maximum content delivery and student achievement. Participants will learn to make effective decisions about the choice of technologies they utilize in their classroom, how to design effective lessons enhanced by technology and how to evaluate technology - enhanced student products. Motivate your students on Monday!

TF14Creating Dynamic Web sites with Dreamweaver, PHP, and MySQLJamey Osborne

Many of today’s educators desire to advance beyond basic, static Web pages. Workshop participants will learn the fundamental aspects of creating Web applications that interact with databases. This popular workshop will take participants though a step-by-step workflow for the development of dynamic Web sites that use the PHP language to communicate with a MySQL database. Participants will configure a lab computer with PHP and MySQL, and then use Dreamweaver to create a sample Web site which can be used as a basis for their own creation. Topics covered include: installation, querying MySQL, searching your database, creating and updating records, and restricting access to parts of your site.

TF15NETS 101: Tools and Strategies for Technology IntegrationPat Horn

Discover how to motivate students using technology across the curriculum. This workshop demonstrates what happens to learning in a technology-rich environment. Teaching strategies and practices must change in response to the world of learning available through online resources and applications. However, this project is not just about the technology. It is about making technology transparent so that the focus is on learning. Technology increases student achievement and allows teachers to learn the most effective teaching strategies to maximize new learning opportunities to meet National Educational Technology Standards. This hands-on workshop provides a thematic model of technology integration that correlates with National Education Technology Standards.

TF16Give a Teacher a Camera and Capture the World of Learning

David Futch with Cathy Hutchins

Come and start out FETC learning how to use your new digital camera and how to utilize digital technology in the classroom. Participants will have hands-on opportunities to practice using their camera. Participants will then see how “suite” it is as they use their photos in iPhoto and iMovie while adding music from iTunes. Capture a world of endless possibilities in our digital world! Digital camera included.

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WA17Making Movie Magic and MayhemMichael Thompson

Digital Video Projects stimulate motivation within the student and provide ownership in the students’ education that is invaluable in student achievement. A well planned and executed project will not only impart curricular concepts but will include the higher order thinking skills necessary for success in today’s world. This workshop will introduce participants to simple, yet effective, digital video project software to enhance student curricular projects. Participants will learn how to assemble their own digital video project using several different types of media formats including images, narration, audio files, and digital video files. Participants will then publish their final video project. Although sample files will be provided, participants are encouraged to bring picture files, sound bites or short (less than 10-seconds) video clips to use in their production.

WA18Practical Magic: Using Adobe Photoshop Elements in the Classroom

Ryan Visser with Chris Peters

Image editing is easy with Photoshop Elements. Through hands-on activities, learn exciting, practical strategies for applying digital imaging in any classroom or educational setting. This workshop will give participants a working understanding of Adobe Photoshop Elements, with particular emphasis on high - impact classroom applications and image editing operations. Cool tricks, great ideas, and lots of fun. Repeats: WP27

WA19Tech Tools to Support Reading in the Content AreasEileen Pracek

How do you get at-risk students to meet higher standards in content areas when they cannot read at grade level? How do you support students who do well in class as long as independent reading is not involved? Fortunately, there are technology tools that can make a difference for students who lack reading skills that are critical for content area learning and testing. This workshop will assist you in making good decisions about which tools can best support those students who cannot read at grade level, who may be diverse learners, who may have learning disabilities, or who struggle with English as a second language. Participants will leave with a CD of resources, including tools that participants may use with students in their classrooms. Repeats: TA02

WA20Creating Custom Designs for PowerPoint, Print, and the WebNancy Parker with Dolores Norris

Educators are constantly presenting information; the more engaging the presented information is the more memorable it will be. This workshop will teach educators how to prepare content with that extra creative touch that gets the attention of the audience. If you are tired of seeing the same old PowerPoint schemes, Web page graphics and clip art it is time for you to learn how to design your own. You can discover how to give your PowerPoint Presentations, Web pages, and publications an entirely different look than any you have ever seen. You will learn how to design graphics for download time, functionality, and quality while using Adobe (Macromedia) Fireworks.

WA21Podcasting, Blogs, and RSS … All Made SimpleRick Reece

Learn all about the features of the latest web communication. Learn how to harness the power of RSS, utilize blogs in education, and share knowledge through podcasts. Participants will create and post an actual podcast during the workshop and leave with access to step-by-step handouts and sample files to use in their classrooms.

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WA22FCAT in Disguise – How to Prepare Your Students for the FCATCathy Hutchins with David Futch

What resources and applications are available to help prepare students in grades 3-10 for the FCAT? How do we prepare students all year long so they are ready? Come and learn the answers as multiple resources, applications, ideas, and best practices are shared.

WA23Introduction to Computer Networking for Educators: Networks ExplainedBill Fleischman

This workshop describes the concepts and identifies the equipment necessary to understand and build computer networks. Networking protocols, topologies, and equipment will be explained in plain English and in ways that are easy to understand. Planning and implementation tips will be discussed. This workshop assumes no previous networking experience.

WA24Really Cool Stuff Every Aspiring Multimedia Techno-Geek Should Know

Mayer Ersoff with Phillip Fitzsimmons

How do I get video from my video camera into my computer? How can I get my photos from my digital camera and scanner to look as good as the pros? How can I quickly create eye-catching slideshows with music and cool transition effects? How can I get my students motivated? What’s the most effective way to organize student information so that I can reuse it? Where do I start? Attend this informative and entertaining workshop and you will have all the answers to these questions and many more! Enter this workshop as a greenhorn — leave as a certified techno-geek!

WA25The Digital Revolution: Using Digital Content for Instruction

Susie Henderson with Cathy Alfano

With the increased utilization of technology in and out of the classroom, providing digital instructional resources can be a considerable challenge. Today, such content can come from a variety of public and private sources in open and proprietary formats. Teachers can face considerable challenges in locating and using digital content due to the complex technical and pedagogical issues involved. The emergence of digital content repositories built upon internationally accepted technical standards provides great promise for an open, plug-and-play approach to this problem. This workshop will provide participants with an overview of the issues in using digital content for instruction; an understanding of the current technical and quality guidelines for creating, acquiring or adapting digital content; and a basic understanding of some of the applications for the creation of digital learning objects. Participants will also received training in the use of Florida’s digital repository and a practical resource kit for further exploration and participation in Florida’s state - level efforts to expand the use of digital instructional content. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the issues, opportunities, and state-level digital resources available to teachers and districts for use in the classroom.

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WP26PowerPoint Bells and Whistles: Getting the Most from Microsoft PowerPointMayer Ersoff with Phillip Fitzsimmons

Following this lively and entertaining workshop, you’ll wonder why you waited so long to use the advanced features of PowerPoint. The workshop presenters will demonstrate the advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. Participants will gain the skills needed to take a commonplace PowerPoint presentation to a more professional, exciting, and interactive level by integrating sound/music, utilizing advanced animation functions, inserting video clips and files, publishing Web pages and self-running slide shows, and creating useful hyperlinks, diagrams, and organizational charts.Repeats: HP47

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WP27Practical Magic: Using Adobe Photoshop Elements in the Classroom

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Image editing is easy with Photoshop Elements. Through hands-on activities learn exciting, practical strategies for applying digital imaging in any classroom or educational setting. This workshop will give participants a working understanding of Adobe Photoshop Elements, with particular emphasis on high - impact classroom applications and image editing operations. Cool tricks, great ideas, and lots of fun. Repeats: WA18

WP28Addressing the Algebra Angst: Tech Tools to Support At-Risk Students in the Algebra CurriculumEileen Pracek

Students who are at-risk need Algebra to get a regular diploma. They come to you with diverse backgrounds, a wide range of abilities and gaps in their math skills. Many of them struggle to read and write at grade level. Some have special learning needs, or speak English as a second language. How do you help them make it? This workshop will look at how technology tools, when used with effective instructional strategies, can support students in the Algebra curriculum. It will focus on tech tools that make a difference in student achievement, help students access curriculum, and make accommodations for special needs. Repeats: TP07

WP29E3 Science – Expand, Enrich, and Enhance Science CurriculumDolores Norris with Nancy Parker

Expand, Enrich, and Enhance your K-8 Science curriculum using a variety of technology tools. This workshop will demonstrate how to use technology tools to create a rich scientific experience for students. Actively engage students to extend their learning through the use of technology and motivate the reluctant learner. Participants will create science activities designed specifically for their unique student population, assess and measure the benefits of supplemental software tools, and learn how to use scientific technology tools. Transform your Science curriculum into a relevant learning experience. Repeats: FA58

WP30Music: Don’t Copy It, Create It!!! Rick Reece

Don’t let copyright issues become an obstacle for your students when adding music to their video projects, slideshows, and podcasts. Let them make it truly their own project by creating their music with Garage Band. Participants with no musical talent will be able to create some good music. Those with talent will be able to create great music. Sample files and step-by-step handouts will be shared for use in your classroom.

WP31Ahoy! There’s Gold on the InternetCathy Hutchins with David Futch

Looking for Gold on the Internet? We’ve found it! Come and get away with a “Pirate” atmosphere as we share hundreds of different Web sites that are “true treasures” for teachers of all subject areas in grades K-6. We will share with you the top “25” favorite educational Web sites. We’ll take it one step further as attendees learn to develop their own WebQuests using the top sites shared in our workshop. Participants will receive handouts and a CD with a few WebQuest samples and the top 25 favorite Web sites.

WP32Computer Networking – Beyond the Basics Bill Fleischman

This workshop discusses the advanced concepts of network administration. Topics that will be addressed include: caching, viruses, traffic management, security, e-mail, back-ups, addressing, filtering (http, mail, chat, ftp), firewalls, Internet, WAN protocols, and network management. Participants should have an understanding of Local Area Networking and some understanding of Novell, WindowsNT, or AppleShare.

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WP33Introduction to Server Setup and Configuration: Windows Greg Mingo

This workshop will introduce you to the proven steps for setting up and configuring a server. The topics discussed will include the different configurations necessary for the following type of servers: Web, file, print, and e-mail. Planning and implementation tips will be shared. All concepts will be explained in plain English and in ways that are easy to understand. This workshop assumes no previous server configuration experience.

WP34PodFest 2007John Long with the School District of Palm Beach County Technology AmbassadorsHave you ever asked yourself, what is a podcast? What does podcasting have to do with education? Well, we have the answers for you. Come and learn how to create, edit, and publish a podcast. In this workshop, you will work with fellow colleagues that produce their own podcasts. Trainers will show you their work as well as give you ideas on how to develop this new instructional tool for your classroom. This workshop is designed for up to 100 participants with 10 trainers! Participants will collaborate in small groups to publish a podcast from start to finish. Repeats: TP11

WP35Grant Writing 101: You Have Seen Something You Want, How Do You Get It?Jan Graham with Jennifer Womble

Without a doubt, new and emerging technologies are fascinating and tremendous tools to engage and foster learning for all students. But, how do we afford these technological tools? Grant writing is one way to earn the money you need to make your technology integration dream come true! Participants will learn how to search for technology grants, and tips on how to apply for grants with success. The rate of innovation is accelerating; however schools are doing more with less. How can you get tools to help prepare your students for the information age? Writing a grant is an excellent way to get what you need to make a difference. Learn from teachers who have earned over $650,000 to improve technology and equity for all students in the classroom. Innovative educators can earn grants from local, state, and national resources.

Wednesday, January ��, �007�:00 a.m. – �:00 p.m.WF36Web Expression – A Complete Introduction to Web Design using Fireworks, Dreamweaver, and FlashMichael Sawyer

Teachers, School Technology Specialists, and District Web designers will learn to use Adobe’s Studio 8 to create a Web site from planning to posting. Participants will learn how to use Dreamweaver to create a Web site directory, Web pages that use tables as a layout tool, and templates to increase consistency and productivity of Web sites. Fireworks will be used to crop, re-size, select, color, erase, adjust images, and create compressed graphics, including transparent and animated GIFs, to improve the overall appearance of Web pages. Finally, Flash will be introduced to create simple animations and interactive menus for Web pages. Participants will use the timeline to animate objects, import sound, and images. This workshop is designed for the intermediate computer user with limited Web design experience who wants to improve how they share information on the Web, or teach their students how to create projects for potential grant opportunities.

WF37iLife SuiteAllen Anderson

In this workshop , participants will learn applications that are included in the iLife Suite (iPhoto, iMovie, Garage Band, iTunes, and iWeb). By searching the Web and by utilizing other resources, participants will use these applications to develop digital media based on their curriculum for immediate use. This workshop is for participants that would like to be able to create a presentation of interesting video and original audio that supports and enhances their curriculum.

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HA38Adobe’s Dreamweaver 8 - The Next Step Michael SawyerTeachers, School Technology Specialists, and District Web designers will learn to utilize Dreamweaver’s ability to code Cascading Style Sheets, JavaScript, and creating bindings for forms for interactive Web sites. This workshop is designed for the intermediate computer user with experience designing basic Web sites who wants to improve how they share information on the Web, or teach their students how to create projects. Repeats as a Beginner version: TA01

HA39PowerPoint Primer: Getting Started with Microsoft PowerPointPhillip Fitzsimmons with Mayer Ersoff

Have you ever wondered how to put together a PowerPoint presentation but never had the time to figure it out? This workshop will take you through the steps of creating a simple PowerPoint presentation from blank slide to completed project. Participants will be introduced to the basics of presentation software. Teachers will gain the skills needed to prepare a basic PowerPoint presentation, integrate graphics (Internet and disk based), integrate sound, and create self-running presentations. Participants will learn how to manipulate text and graphics and use animation techniques to create enjoyable and educational presentations that can be directly correlated to the topics being taught in their classrooms. Teachers can use presentations to communicate information in a variety of ways, including lecture - based, self - running, or interactive modes.

HA40Using the PIZZA Method: What the Best Teachers Do to Integrate Technology in Every ClassroomJennifer Womble with Kathy Corder

Effective classroom instructors can envision technological integration in all subject areas and enhance classroom instruction by implementing the 3 C’s: communication, calculations, and computing. Participants will be introduced to a wide variety of technologies appropriate for all content area classrooms, learn to use effective planning tools for integrating technology, and methods to manage and assess the ongoing process of technology integration. Participants will learn how to motivate and engage students with project - based learning activities that teach content and technology literacy skills. Learn “how to do it” from those who have done it and mentor others. Learn how to connect to the “digital natives” generation and prepare them for the information age with core subject matter knowledge, critical thinking skills, and technology literacy skills.

HA41Using Spreadsheets to Enhance Science and Math in the Classroom

John Hopkins

During this workshop, participants will learn the basics of using Excel as a spreadsheet and database tool. The workshop will focus on activities that will integrate spreadsheets and databases into the Science and Math curriculums. Participants will leave with ideas on how they can use these tools in their classroom to improve student knowledge and achievement.

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HA42Take an Internet Voyage: Exploring, Using, Adapting, and Creating WebQuestsJennifer Bonamo

WebQuests provide a genuine, technology-rich environment for problem solving, information processing, and collaboration. Using this tool, teachers can seamlessly integrate technology into their curriculum. WebQuests create opportunities for students to research a topic that supports the curriculum in a specific content area by giving students a task, a process, and an evaluation rubric, and then sets them off to explore related curriculum Web sites. Participants will use Namo WebEditor to create WebQuest Web pages, research links to provide their students additional online resources, and create an evaluation tool within the Web page and use it as a scoring rubric. In addition, participants will be given an introduction to www.teacherweb.com, which provides free space for posting WebQuests. Paint Shop Pro will be used to edit graphics. Participants should bring ideas or focus areas from current curriculum guides and content area units to create their WebQuest. Participants are encouraged to bring a thumb drive to save their files. Visit http://neighbor.firn.edu/class/volusia/indianriver_es/jennifer_bonamo/webquestbooks.htm to view a WebQuest created by the workshop leader.

HA43Creative Beginnings with Adobe Photoshop Dianna HoldenJoin the fun and learn the basic elements of Adobe Photoshop. Participants will learn how to use the main tools to create simple buttons, edit and enhance photographs, add text to an object, create a scrapbook page, save to the Web, and other basic activities. You will learn ways to use the software as a tool to integrate technology within the curriculum. Step-by-step handouts along with a CD of photos and clip art will guide you through the various activities.

HA44 Digital Video Editing…Up a Notch with Final Cut Pro!Chuck Rivera

This workshop introduces participants to many of the basic and advanced capabilities of professional video editing software which allows users to accomplish what they could previously only imagine! Participants will be led through a step-by-step process to learn the different capabilities of the program. After becoming acquainted with Final Cut Pro’s Interface, participants will take what they know in time-line editing and incorporate multiple media files to elevate student projects to new levels! Repeats: HP52

HA45The Educator’s Complete Guide to Podcasting – Beginner/Intermediate VersionDavid Futch with Charles Moseley

Learn how podcasting can be integrated into your curriculum and be diversified for each learner. This workshop has been tailored to meet the needs of both the classroom teacher and district personnel. Come join this fast - paced workshop, where participants will learn how to record and edit audio/video, create a podcast/videocast, generate xml code, choose a hosting option, and submit podcast to Web sites such as the iTunes Music Store. The workshop presenters have been working with podcasting for the last two years and currently host school and district level podcasts. Repeats as an Intermediate/Advanced version: HP53

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HP46Adobe’s Flash 8 – The Next StepMichael Sawyer

Teachers, School Technology Specialists, and District Web designers will learn to use Flash to create multi-media rich and interactive animations for stand alone programs or for the Web. Participants will use the time line to animate objects, create streaming sound controls for the Web, create video controls for digital movies on the Web, and use Action Script to create interactive symbols. This workshop is designed for the intermediate computer user with basic skills using Adobe’s Flash. Repeats as a Beginner version: TP06

HP47PowerPoint Bells and Whistles: Getting the Most from Microsoft PowerPointPhillip Fitzsimmons with Mayer Ersoff

Following this lively and entertaining workshop, you’ll wonder why you waited so long to use the advanced features of PowerPoint. The workshop presenters will demonstrate the advanced features of Microsoft PowerPoint presentation software. Participants will gain the skills needed to take a commonplace PowerPoint presentation to a more professional, exciting, and interactive level by integrating sound/music, utilizing advanced animation functions, inserting video clips and files, publishing Web pages and self-running slide shows, and creating useful hyperlinks, diagrams, and organizational charts. Repeats: WP26

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HP48Literacy in the 21st Century: Integrating Technology in Reading Activities in the Content AreaKathy Corder with Jennifer Womble

Envision your classroom as interactive, engaging, and meeting the needs of all reading levels! Building effective secondary reading programs begins in every content area classroom. This workshop demonstrates how technology skills and technological tools and strategies can be utilized to improve reading skills. Using innovative methods and research - based best practices, participants will learn how to implement reading strategies that motivate students and increase their content knowledge and technological skills. Educators can narrow the achievement gap with these teacher-created techniques that combine emerging technologies and literacy skills. All content area teachers can utilize technology to improve background/prior knowledge, increase vocabulary knowledge, and build fluency among readers to better engage with relevant and rigorous curriculum.

HP49Show Me the Math to Zap the Achievement Gap: Integrating Technology and Digital Photography in the Mathematics Classroom Pamela Waters

Participants will take a field trip and explore how to integrate technology and digital photography into the standards-based mathematics classroom as a learning tool to enhance, expand, and embrace the existing curriculum. Various software programs will be explored that help close the achievement gap and increase student achievement by motivating and engaging students in the learning and assessment process. The software programs that are explored include: Understanding Math Plus, Understanding Numeration Plus, Microsoft Office Tools, Inspiration, and Hyperstudio.

HP50Hooking Students with Technology using Paint Shop Pro: A Fresh Approach to Using a Graphic Editor in the ClassroomJennifer Bonamo

Do you want to boost your students’ academic skills by hooking them with exciting software programs? Paint Shop Pro is a photo and image editing software that will inspire students to write stories, newspaper articles, and create images for presentations and Web pages used in all subject areas. Find out how you can use Paint Shop Pro to create artistic images as well as editing images yourself in presentations and on Web pages. Participants will practice creating a photo collage to share images from classroom field trips and other special projects. Paint Shop Pro is a breath of fresh air for teachers and much easier to use in the classroom than most photo - editing software. This workshop is for photo-editing beginners. Participants are encouraged to bring a thumb drive to save their files and will leave with a 30-day trial CD of Paint Shop Pro.

HP51Beyond the Basics with Adobe PhotoshopDianna Holden

Elevate your knowledge of Adobe Photoshop to a new level and learn how to integrate this software into your curriculum. Participants will learn how to add a text panel to a photo, create a sidebar for a Web page, design a mouse-over button, create a photo montage, animate a graphic, create a scrapbook page, and many other activities. Participants will become familiar with the various tools used to create image effects, develop an understanding of html coding for use with images, and decide how to use various techniques to enhance a project. Step-by-step handouts along with a CD of photos and clip art will guide you through the various activities.

HP52Digital Video Editing…Up a Notch with Final Cut Pro!Chuck RiveraThis workshop introduces participants to many of the basic and advanced capabilities of professional video editing software which allows users to accomplish what they could previously only imagine! Participants will be led through a step-by-step process to learn the different capabilities of the program. After becoming acquainted with Final Cut Pro’s Interface, participants will take what they know in time-line editing and incorporate multiple media files to elevate student projects to new levels! Repeats: HA44

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FA54The Effective Integration of Technology into Your CurriculumMichael Olds

This workshop will demonstrate strategies for integrating technology into your classroom. Participants will develop the skills necessary to incorporate the use of MS Office and Internet-based resources into the curriculum, as well as strategies for assessing student projects. Reading and Math classroom activities will be highlighted during this workshop.

FA55Microsoft Photo StoryJanet Taylor

Windows XP users will use Photo Story 3 to create digital stories as well as instructional videos and commercials. Today’s educators are becoming more and more technologically proficient. In this day and time, technology professional development needs to focus on what we want our students to walk away with from our classrooms and not just on the technology. Utilization of technology to deepen higher-level thinking should be one of the top objectives and enabling students to express themselves via this media will accomplish that goal. Participants will learn to use this free program from Microsoft and will be able to apply that knowledge into their classroom.

FA56Making Career Connections: Utilizing TechnologyJan Graham with Jennifer Womble

Florida schools are creating curriculum that is relevant to the 21st century global economy. Secondary classrooms are perfect environments for introducing students to the career world and the future opportunities in the workplace. Participants will learn about resources that can be utilized in all classrooms regarding the future workforce and skill sets needed to compete in it. This research will be coupled with current data on global trends to inspire teachers to create career - focused content area activities that engage students. Several teacher projects and student research assignments will be shared with participants to jump start their implementation of career and technology education in the classroom.

FA57Get Ready to be Inspired! Using Inspiration in the 3-12 ClassroomJohn Hopkins

Learn how to use Inspiration and the Internet as technology tools to align your curriculum, instruction, and assessment. This workshop will demonstrate Inspiration, a visual learning tool that inspires students to organize their thoughts. It can be used across all curriculum areas for concept mapping, critical and higher order thinking, outlining, webbing, organizing, and planning. Participants will develop interactive and integrated learning activities to implement in their classrooms.

FA58E3 Science – Expand, Enrich, and Enhance Science CurriculumDolores Norris with Nancy ParkerExpand, Enrich, and Enhance your K-8 Science curriculum using a variety of technology tools. This workshop will demonstrate how to use technology tools to create a rich scientific experience for students. Actively engage students to extend their learning through the use of technology and motivate the reluctant learner. Participants will create science activities designed specifically for their unique student population, assess and measure the benefits of supplemental software tools, and learn how to use scientific technology tools. Transform your Science curriculum into a relevant learning experience. Repeats: WP29

HP53The Educator’s Complete Guide to Podcasting -Intermediate/Advanced VersionCharles Moseley with David Futch Learn how podcasting can be integrated into your curriculum and be diversified for each learner. This workshop has been tailored to meet the needs of both the classroom teacher and district personnel. Come join this fast - paced workshop where participants will learn how to record and edit audio/video, create a podcast/videocast, generate xml code, choose a hosting option and submit podcast to Web sites such as the iTunes Music Store. The workshop presenters have been working with podcasting for the last two years and currently host school and district level podcasts. Repeats as a Beginner/Intermediate version: HA45

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FA59Applications in the Elementary SchoolAllen Anderson

Come learn how to effectively utilize different applications in your classroom to teach different subject areas. See multiple examples of how Hyperstudio, Kidspiration/Inspiration, Movieworks, word processing, and Internet searches can make the curriculum in any classroom come alive! Learn how to enhance and simplify teaching today.

FA60Exploring the Mathematical World of GIS

Patricia Warner with Daniel Warner

This workshop will introduce participants to Geographic Information Systems technology for use in their classroom to teach Math and Science concepts. The use of GIS in the classroom encourages critical thinking, problem solving, spatial thinking, and allows teachers to teach many practical applications of mathematical concepts using inquiry-based instruction. ArcExplorer Java Education Edition free software from ESRI will be demonstrated with hands-on training. Examples using this technology to teach grade 6-12 Math and Science concepts will be highlighted. Free data will also be provided.

FA61iLife in PARADISECathy Hutchins with David Futch

Come and get a good “dose” of a great “iLife” in a Key West theme atmosphere workshop. We’ll step you through iLife, iPhoto, Garage Band, and iMovie. You’ll walk away with a handful of handouts and a fist full of ideas on how to use the program in your school. Integration is the theme in this workshop!

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Florida State University - College of InformationFollett SoftwareFortres Grand CorpFranklin Electronic PublishersFreedom Scientific - LSGFROG PUBLICATIONS, INC.FrontRow for Active LearningFunds for Learning, LLCGaggle.Net, Inc.GeeGuides, LLCGlencoe/McGraw-HillGovConnectionGrafco IncGravicGreat ProductsGreat Source Education GroupGTCO CalCompHampton- BrownHarcourt AssessmentHarcourt School PublishersHayes eGovernment ResourcesHayes Software SystemsHeadsproutHEC Reading HorizonsHighsmith Contract Sales GroupHolmquist Educational Consultants, Inc.Holt, Rinehart & WinstonHoughton Mifflin School DivisionHPI Support Learning, Inc.Ignite! LearningImagiWorks/PASCOInFocus CorporationInspiration Software, Inc.IntelliTools, Inc.Jackson Software - EdlineJaeger Corp.

(as of August 1, 2006)

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JourneyEd.comK12 Systems, Inc.KEYTEC, Inc.Knowledge AdventureKurzweil Educational SystemsLab-Volt SystemsLakeshore Learning MaterialsLaureate Learning Systems, Inc.LeapFrog SchoolHouseLearning Labs, Inc.Learning ServicesLearning.comLearningExpress, LLCLearningground, Inc.Lexmark InternationalLibraries Unlimited/Greenwood Publishing GroupLibrary of CongressLibrary Video CompanyLight Speed Technologies, Inc.Lintor Create A BookLogista of Orlando & TampaLonghouse SoftwareLuidia, Inc.Mackin Library MediaMacMillan/McGraw-HillMcDougal LittellMcGraw-Hill EducationMicrograms SoftwareMicrosoftMidwest Technology ProductsMimio Virtual InkMitsubishi Digital ElectronicsNASA EducationNational School Boards AssociationNetSmartz WorkshopNetSupport SoftwarenetTrekker d.i.Neufeld Learning Systems, Inc.Nova Southeastern University - Fischler School of Education and HumanitiesNumoics CorpNutshellMathOrchard Software, division of Siboney Learning GroupPalm, Inc.Parent Link by Parlant Technolgoy, IncPasco ScientificPearson AGS GlobePearson AssessmentsPearson Digital LearningPearson Learning GroupPearson Prentice HallPearson School SystemsPearson Scott ForesmanPhoneMaster by US NetcomPlasco IDPromax Technolgoy, Inc. LLCPromethean, Inc.ProQuest CompanyQuestia Media, Inc.Quia CorporationQwizdom, Inc.R M Educational SoftwareR.T. Johnson Company, Inc.Rand McNally EducationRauland-Borg CorporationRecorded BooksRediker SoftwareRenaissance Learning

RiverdeepSagebrush CorpScantron Corp.Scholastic Administrator/QEDScholastic, Inc.School CenterSchool Check InSchool SpecialtySchool Technology ResourcesSchoolDude.comSchoolMessenger by Reliance Communications, Inc.SchoolNetSchwab LearningSHI Software House InternationalSlater Software, Inc.Sleek SoftwareSmart TechnologiesSmiley’s Audio-Visual, Inc.Software ExpressSp SnapShotSpectrum Industries, Inc.Sunburst TechnologyT.H.E. JournalTargetTeacher Created MaterialsTeacher Created ResourcesTeacher Web, Inc.TeachingBooks.netTech4LearningTechnology & LearningTechSmith CorporationTest Prep SystemsTestTools, Inc.Texas InstrumentsThe Astronauts Memorial FoundationThe HOBO ProjectThe Princeton ReviewThe Teachers CornerTheWriter Learning SystemsThomson GaleTom Snyder ProductionsTransition NetworksTripp LiteTruSmart TechnologiesTurning Technologies, Inc.Turnitin.comTyler Technologies, Inc.Ucompass.com, IncUMA Education SolutionsUnited Data TechnologyValiant USAVernier Software & TechnologyVirco Mfg. Corp.Visions TechnologyVocabulary.comWards Natural ScienceWIDE World, Harvard Graduate School of EducationWireless eSystems, Inc.Wireless GenerationWorld Book, Inc.Wright Group/McGraw-HillZaner-Bloser Educational Publishers

FETC 2007 Corporate Sponsors are listed in bold.

If your company would like to exhibit, please contact Pat Campbell at exhibits@fetc.org or 850-906-0099.

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Hotel reservations can be made through the FETC Housing Bureau. Please do not call the hotel, as you will be redirected to the Housing Bureau.

Reservations being secured with a credit card:

Online: Visit the Travel section of the FETC 2007 Web site, http://www.fetc.org/fetc2007/travel/.Phone: Call toll-free 1-866-254-1082, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. International callers use 407-541-4264.

Reservations being secured with all other forms of security deposit payments:

Phone: Call toll-free 1-866-254-1082, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST. International callers use 407-541-4264.

If paying by check:Please send your check and a cover letter with your company/school’s name and address, the name of the person(s) the reservation(s) is for, and the contact person’s name, e-mail, and phone number. Checks should be made payable to: OCCVB/FETC Housing Bureau and mailed to:

Shuttle ServiceComplimentary shuttle service will be available to transport attendees to and from each of the participating conference hotels and the Orange County Convention Center during regular conference hours. Shuttles leave the Convention Center every 20 minutes – top of the hour, 20, and 40 past the hour. Please allow 20-30 minutes between the Convention Center and your hotel.

Travel Information

Transportation

If a reservation paid for by check is canceled, a $25 service charge will be applied to each canceled reservation.

OCCVB/FETC Housing Bureau c/o Judy Lilge, 6700 Forum Drive, Suite 100

Orlando, FL 32821

FETC has a Dial-A-Ride vehicle available during regular conference hours to provide on-call service for wheelchair-bound attendees to and from each of the participating conference hotels and the Orange County Convention Center.

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Florida Educational Technology ConferenceAnnual MeetingJanuary 24 - 26, 2007

1. AmeriSuites Orlando/Convention Ctr. 2. Baymont Inn & Suites 3. Best Western Plaza International 4. Comfort Inn Universal 5. Courtyard by Marriott Int'l Drive 6. DoubleTree Castle Hotel 7. Embassy Suites Jamaican Court 8. Extended Stay Deluxe 9. Hilton Garden Inn SeaWorld10. Holiday Inn & Suites/Convention Ctr.11. Homewood Suites by Hilton12. LaQuinta Inn Jamaican Court13. Residence Inn Convention Center14. Residence Inn SeaWorld15. Rosen Centre Hotel16. Rosen Plaza Hotel17. Sheraton World Resort18. Wyndham Orlando Resort

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Participating Conference Hotels

5. Courtyard by Marriott$128 single/double8600 Austrian Ct(1.7 miles, about 2 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - Austrian Ct

6. Doubletree Castle Hotel$159 single/double8629 International Dr(1.5 miles, 3 minutes)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - Universal Blvd

7. Embassy Suites$155 single/double8250 Jamaican Ct(2.2 miles, about 3 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, telephone with data portShuttle Stop: Curbside - Jamaican Ct

8. Extended Stay Deluxe $129 single/double8750 Universal Blvd(1.5 miles, about 2 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: full kitchen, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - Universal Blvd

9. Hilton Garden Inn$149 single/double6850 Westwood Blvd(1.3 miles, about 2 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, telephone with data portShuttle Stop: Curbside - Westwood Blvd

11. Homewood Suites$139 single/double8745 International Dr(1.6 miles, about 2 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: full kitchen, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - Universal Blvd

12. LaQuinta Inn$89 single/double8300 Jamaican Ct(2.1 miles, about 3 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, telephone with data portShuttle Stop: Curbside - Jamaican Ct

13. Residence Inn SeaWorld$145 single/double11000 Westwood Blvd(2.1 miles, 4 minutes)Internet: YesAmenities: full kitchen, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - Westwood Blvd

15. Rosen Centre Hotel$185 single/double9840 International Dr(0.1 mile, 1 minute)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - Hawaiian Ct

16. Rosen Plaza Hotel$159 single/double9700 International Dr(0.3 mile, 1 minute)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Curbside - I Drive

17. Sheraton World Resort$135 single/double10100 International Dr(0.9 mile, about 1 min)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, phone with data port and voice mailShuttle Stop: Out Lane - Lobby

4. Comfort Inn – Universal$89 single/double6101 Sand Lake Rd(2.4 miles, about 5 mins)Internet: yesAmenities: continental breakfast, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, exercise and game roomShuttle Stop: Curbside Universal

1. AmeriSuites Orlando/Convention Center$149 single/double8741 International Dr(1.5 miles, about 2 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: kitchenettes,refrigerators, microwaves, complimentary Bountiful Breakfast Buffet Shuttle Stop: Curbside - Universal Blvd

2. Baymont Inn & Suites$89 single/double8342 Jamaican Ct(2.2 miles, about 3 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: continental breakfast, coffee maker, paper, free cable and HBOShuttle Stop: Curbside - Jamaican Ct

10. Holiday Inn & Suites$115 single/double8214 Universal Blvd(2.2 miles, about 3 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, iron/ironing boardShuttle Stop: Curbside - Universal Blvd

3. Best Western Plaza International$86 single/double8738 International Dr(1.5 miles, about 3 mins)Internet: YesAmenities: iron/ironing board, coffee maker Shuttle Stop: Curbside - I Drive

18. Wyndham Orlando Resort$135 single/double8001 International Dr(2.3 mile, about 5 min)Internet: YesAmenities: USA Today, coffee maker, iron/ironing board, hair dryerShuttle Stop: Curbside - I Drive