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Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically 21st Century Learners This session will cover all attributes of technology in one. With this session, educators will use the InterWrite Pad, Document Camera, Web Based Resources, and other technology equipment through cross‐curricular learning.

Presenter(s): George Cabrera ‐ Edinburg CISD & Jose Garza ‐ Edinburg CISD Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

21st Century Learners (REPEAT) This session will cover all attributes of technology in one. With this session, educators will use the InterWrite Pad, Document Camera, Web Based Resources, and other technology equipment through cross‐curricular learning.

Presenter(s): George Cabrera ‐ Edinburg CISD & Jose Garza ‐ Edinburg CISD Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 203 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

25,000 Students 25,000 iPads ‐ Policies and Procedures The presentation will provide participants with our student rollout outline and timeline‐‐professional learning, App distribution, parent orientations, digital citizenship, student deposits, and student replacement program.

Presenter(s): Carmen G. Garcia ‐ McAllen ISD & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

An Introduction to Math and Science Technology Tools The participants will learn the basic uses and applications of Math and Science technology tools that can help improve student engagement and retention of acquired knowledge in the classroom. The participants will be introduced to the general use and implementation of the technology as it applies to math and science instruction. This technology is a great tool for supporting quality questioning, cooperative group learning and immediate corrective feedback.

Presenter(s): Jose M Ramos ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

BrainPOP Basics and Beyond Take a tour of our sites and mobile apps as we discuss best practices for engaging your students and getting the most out of your subscription. Beyond that, we will share some tips and tricks for using BrainPOP, BrainPOP EspaÃ±ol, BrainPOP Jr. and BrainPOP ESL in the classroom. We will also take a look at our valuable free resources: BrainPOP Educators and GameUP. A perfect session for newbies and veterans alike!

Presenter(s): Arturo Guajardo ‐ BrainPOP & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 102 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

BrainPOP Basics and Beyond (REPEAT) Take a tour of our sites and mobile apps as we discuss best practices for engaging your students and getting the most out of your subscription. Beyond that, we will share some tips and tricks for using BrainPOP, BrainPOP EspaÃ±ol, BrainPOP Jr. and BrainPOP ESL in the classroom. We will also take a look at our valuable free resources: BrainPOP Educators and GameUP. A perfect session for newbies and veterans alike!

Presenter(s): Arturo Guajardo ‐ BrainPOP & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Build Your Tool Kit: Empowering Educators with Technology If you're looking for the latest technologies for use in education, then this session is for you! This session will provide participants with the latest cool tools including Web 2.0 and 3.0, podcasts and vodcasts, interactives, and many more resources for K ‐ university. During this session, we will also cover tools to help educators build their personal learning networks.

Presenter(s): Monica Isabel Martinez ‐ TCEA & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Building a Digital Classroom Technology has increased in the classroom and support has been provided for the educator, but there is a big discrepancy between the level of technology use expected of educators and the actual use and integration of technology in the classroom. In this presentation, we will breakdown the barriers that hinder the effective use of technology in education.

Presenter(s): Noe Granado ‐ Brownsville ISD & Rita Hernandez ‐ Brownsville ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Choosing the Right Technology Tool for Learning With teachers and administrators having different levels of technology expertise, how does a school make decisions concerining the implementation of technology in learning? Planning tools will be discussed that will facilitate matching the levels of technology knowledge with levels of implementation in learning situations. Examples will be examined that will apply to a variety of settings.

Presenter(s): Barbara S. Grayson ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 102 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

Developing Digital Literacies for Higher Learning How can you prepare students to develop the information seeking, evaluating and synthesizing skills necessary for college? Digital literacy is an essential skill required for higher learning; however, few students enter college with information seeking, evaluating, synthesing and sharing skills necessary for success in a higher education environment. Learn about the best resources to teach digital literacy and how to help students develop these skills in context across the curriculum.

Presenter(s): Maria Elena Ovalle ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 101 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career

Readiness through Web Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Digital StarLab An out of this world learning experience in a portable planetarium

Presenter(s): Mary Vaughn ‐ Weslaco ISD & Laurie Cardenas ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Digital StarLab (REPEAT) An out of this world learning experience in a portable planetarium

Presenter(s): Mary Vaughn ‐ Weslaco ISD & Laurie Cardenas ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Digital Storytelling in the Classroom When students create a movie or interactive slide show to tell their story, learning becomes personal. Students can improve their writing, show creativity, and have a voice. During this session participants will be exploring apps that bring storytelling to the digital world.

Presenter(s): Wally Trevino ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career

Readiness through Web Grade Level: PK‐8 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Edmodo ‐ Social Media Technology to Connect, Share, & Collaborate in Classrooms Edmodo is a free social media technology that supports active learning, social learning, and fosters interaction and collaboration. It can be used many ways in the classroom and there is an app for students with smart phones.

Presenter(s): Cecil Cunningahm ‐ Point isabel ISD & Jose Leos ‐ Point Isabel ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Edmodo ‐ Social Media Technology to Connect, Share, & Collaborate in Classrooms (2nd REPEAT) Edmodo is a free social media technology that supports active learning, social learning, and fosters interaction and collaboration. It can be used many ways in the classroom and there is an app for students with smart phones.

Presenter(s): Cecil Cunningahm ‐ Point isabel ISD & Jose Leos ‐ Point Isabel ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Edmodo ‐ Social Media Technology to Connect, Share, & Collaborate in Classrooms (REPEAT) Edmodo is a free social media technology that supports active learning, social learning, and fosters interaction and collaboration. It can be used many ways in the classroom and there is an app for students with smart phones.

Presenter(s): Cecil Cunningahm ‐ Point isabel ISD & Jose Leos ‐ Point Isabel ISD Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Embracing Multi‐Media Technology with Windows Movie Maker Technology brings the tools of empowerment into the hands and minds of students which in turn, have revolutionized the learning process. Windows Movie Maker, a project‐based learning tool that is student centered, allows students to create and publish movies that make connections to real‐world applications with professional titles, special effects, music, narration and video capturing. Discover how integrating multi‐media technology is shaping classrooms and revolutionizing education.

Presenter(s): Cynthia Galindo‐Julian ‐ Sharyland ISD & Paula Garza‐Zuniga, Vanessa Mares ‐ Sharyland ISD

Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 102 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Engage Students with Glogster Edu Participants will learn to create interactive, multi‐media presentations that will engage K‐12 students in any subject. Teachers and students can create eye‐catching documents that can be accessed anywhere and anytime. Eduglogster is the latest technology for 21st century learning skills and problem based learning!

Presenter(s): Maria Miller ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 102 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically E‐rate Success The E‐rate filing process rquires more than a basic understanding of the the program rules, regulations and best practices. Helpful hints for a smoother funding process will be shared. Participants will be encouraged to their own experiences and tips for E‐rate success.

Presenter(s): Maria Elena Ovalle ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 102 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

Flipping Weslaco ISD: Our Journey of Creating a 21st Century Community This session will take you into Weslaco ISD's journey of creating a community of 21st Century learners. It will focus on the collaborative effort of how administrators, teachers and students embrace the concept of BYOD into our district's everyday learning experiences. Ideas will be shared on the development of our vision and the systematic integration at our campuses. We will also have a teacher share her journey and how technology is used in her classroom to monitor the learning progress of her students.

Presenter(s): Maria L. Moreno ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner

Flipping Weslaco ISD: Our Journey of Creating a 21st Century Community (REPEAT) This session will take you into Weslaco ISD's journey of creating a community of 21st Century learners. It will focus on the collaborative effort of how administrators, teachers and students embrace the concept of BYOD into our district's everyday learning experiences. Ideas will be shared on the development of our vision and the systematic integration at our campuses. We will also have a teacher share her journey and how technology is used in her classroom to monitor the learning progress of her students.

Presenter(s): Maria L. Moreno ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 102 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner

FormWorks DMAC is now offering an online forms generator application. Learn how to create custom online forms for your campus or district and tie them to your data in DMAC (e.g. create custom walkthrough forms, RtI forms, or student forms).

Presenter(s): Paula Jordan ‐ DMAC / Region 7 ESC & Dana Ladd ‐ DMAC / Region 7 ESC Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Gamification in the Classroom Gamification is the surefire way to get and keep your students attention! Gather ideas, open source information along with tips & tricks for using gamification integrated into your classroom studies! Proven methods to boost students interest in any subject. Join the fun and begin a new method sharing information with your students.

Presenter(s): Anna J. Clark ‐ Brownsville ISD & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Google Apps EDU Tips and Tricks Become a Google Power User by learning some advanced tips. During this session we'll cover generating auto‐graded Google forms and custom generating QR Codes in Spreadsheets, comments and bookmarks in Docs, labs and settings in GMail and Calendar, and some tricks in Sites.

Presenter(s): Monica Isabel Martinez ‐ TCEA & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate‐‐Advanced

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Google Tools & Docs in the Classroom Through this innovative style of learning, participants will acquire background information and lesson ideas to adapt and implement in their classroom instruction using Google Tools & Google Docs.

Presenter(s): Elma Calvillo ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐8 Skill Level: Beginner

How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Communicating Learn new and exciting ways to communicate effectively with teachers, parents, students, and administrators using different apps and social media. Regain control of your inbox with email tips and tricks.

Presenter(s): Patrick H. Alvarez ‐ Jubilee Academic Center & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Communicating (REPEAT) Learn new and exciting ways to communicate effectively with teachers, parents, students, and administrators using different apps and social media. Regain control of your inbox with email tips and tricks.

Presenter(s): Patrick H. Alvarez ‐ Jubilee Academic Center & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

How to Create a Website for your Classroom This course can help teachers to create a website for their classrooms.

Presenter(s): Alma Gomez ‐ Brownsville ISD & Sonia Fernandez ‐ Brownsville ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner

Infuse Learning! Spark Interest & Engage Students While You Assess on IPADS! How can we SPARK interest in our students during assessment? Is it possible that students will ask for more Test Ready Questions? In this session, we will learn to use an innovative tool to promote engagement during assessment. Infuse Learning, a free student response system, allows teachers to assess students all while on the Ipad. Students will love using this tool; thus, help to maximize learning and provide immediate feedback. This session will require the use of IPADS to promote the use of infuse learning in the classroom.

Presenter(s): Lileana Rios ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 201 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Integrating Multiple Technologies for STEM Success: iPads, Apps, WWW and Legos! Using Ipad apps together with Lego's Digital Designer to create 3D models. The presentation will showcase the use of Ipads, Apps and PC Lego Digital Designer Software to teach STEM curricula. The legos aspect ties in to engineering, 3D modeling Apps and the amazing capabilities of the IPAD IOS operating system to render 3d models on the fly.

Presenter(s): William I. Fratianni ‐ Valley View ISD & Alfredo Salinas ‐ Valley View ISD Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Integrating Prezi into your Classroom Prezi is a cloud‐based presentation software that opens up a new world between whiteboards and slides. The zoomable canvas makes it fun to explore new ideas. This session will take you from the begining of setting up an account to setting up your own presentation ready for students to see.

Presenter(s): Regino Lopez ‐ Donna ISD & Candy Baez ‐ Donna ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 0 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Interactivate Your Math Lessons Participant will learn how to use an internet base, free software in your math classes. This software will allow you to explain visually to your students topics such as: Slopes, Transformations, Comparing Fractions, Trigonometry, etc.

Presenter(s): Jose Franklin ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

Intermediate and Advanced Microsoft Excel Participants will learn how to use Microsoft Excel features to produce high‐impact spreadsheets. This is a hands‐on session and the use intermediate Microsoft Excel formulas such as VLOOKUP, Index/Match, Left, Trim, and Sumproduct to manipulate table lists will be learned.

Presenter(s): Benjamin Macias ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 103 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate‐‐Advanced

iPad Accessibility Features This training introduces educators to the iPad accessibility features that help students with visual, auditory, or other physical disabilities to succeed in the classroom and the 21st century knowledge economy. Participants will explore the accessibility features on the iPad. Some of the accessibility topics discussed in this training deal with Vision, Hearing, Learning and Physical and Motor features. This is a hands‐on training and participants are required to bring their iPad. Length of session ‐

Presenter(s): Gonzalo Sandoval ‐ McAllen ISD & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

iPad Lessons for Building Content Rich Learning Environments Looking for rich lessons where new tools and resources enhance your classroom‐learning environment using the iPad? This session will immerse the participant into a 21st century learning environment where participants take an active role as both the learner and creator. This hands‐on workshop takes you beyond 'cool apps' for the iPad, to how to best use the mobile device in the classroom for authentic learning. Apps, resources, web tools and sites will be shared.

Presenter(s): Monica Isabel Martinez ‐ TCEA & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐8 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

iPad Training ‐ Classroom Use Teachers will be given an opportunity to explore iPad applications that are targeted for classroom use. The goal of this training is to provide practical usage on how to incorporate the iPad in the classroom.

Presenter(s): Jennifer Pugh ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career


Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically iPad Training ‐ Presentations If you are interested in exploring various methods for creating presentations using iPad applications, then this is the session for you.

Presenter(s): Jennifer Pugh ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 201 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

It's TIME for Digital Resources Let's navigate through TIME and find digital resources for integration. The Texas Instructional Materials Exchange will provide free and for fee digital resources that can be delivered through the Learning.com platform. The digital resources range K‐12 and cover many curriculum areas including core curriculum.

Presenter(s): Kelli Erwin ‐ Learning.com & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career


iTunes U Course Manager and iBooks Author ‐ Creating Online Courses for the iPad Now that you have iPads in your classrooms, what is the next evolution? Discover how to design media‐rich online courses for the iPad using iTunes U Course Manager. This free resource is available to teachers to design courses that incorporate apps, documents, iBooks Textbooks, video, and web links that are available for the iPad running the iTunes U app. Learn how to create iBooks Textbooks using the free iBooks Author publishing app that you can build a course from.

Presenter(s): David W. Hernandez ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career

Readiness through Web Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

iTunes U Course Manager and iBooks Author ‐ Creating Online Courses for the iPad (REPEAT) Now that you have iPads in your classrooms, what is the next evolution? Discover how to design media‐rich online courses for the iPad using iTunes U Course Manager. This free resource is available to teachers to design courses that incorporate apps, documents, iBooks Textbooks, video, and web links that are available for the iPad running the iTunes U app. Learn how to create iBooks Textbooks using the free iBooks Author publishing app that you can build a course from.

Presenter(s): David W. Hernandez ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

Learning Vocabulary though Pictures Students are required to engage in activities that build on their prior knowledge and real world experiences in order to strengthen their comprehension skills. They use comprehension skills to analyze how words, images, graphics, and sounds work together in various forms to impact meaning. We will demonstrate an innovative way for students to learn new vocabulary in all academic content areas through the use of child cameras and digital photo frames. Participants will learn how to guide their students in creating a digital word wall.

Presenter(s): Amy Guevara ‐ Sharyland ISD & Laura S. Flores ‐ Sharyland ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner

Learning Vocabulary though Pictures (REPEAT) Students are required to engage in activities that build on their prior knowledge and real world experiences in order to strengthen their comprehension skills. They use comprehension skills to analyze how words, images, graphics, and sounds work together in various forms to impact meaning. We will demonstrate an innovative way for students to learn new vocabulary in all academic content areas through the use of child cameras and digital photo frames. Participants will learn how to guide their students in creating a digital word wall.

Presenter(s): Amy Guevara ‐ Sharyland ISD & Laura S. Flores ‐ Sharyland ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Maintain your BYOD using PacketFence BYOD is huge and coming in strong at all district levels, universities and community colleges. Although due to budget cuts some do not have enough funds to purchase a $30k‐$60k BYOD management solution. Packetfence is an easy open source management for BYOD that is easy to manage and deploy in an existing network.

Presenter(s): Cesar Ibarra ‐ Texas State Technical College & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate‐‐Advanced

Maintain your BYOD using PacketFence (2nd REPEAT) BYOD is huge and coming in strong at all district levels, universities and community colleges. Although due to budget cuts some do not have enough funds to purchase a $30k‐$60k BYOD management solution. Packetfence is an easy open source management for BYOD that is easy to manage and deploy in an existing network.

Presenter(s): Cesar Ibarra ‐ Texas State Technical College & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate‐‐Advanced

Maintain your BYOD using PacketFence (REPEAT) BYOD is huge and coming in strong at all district levels, universities and community colleges. Although due to budget cuts some do not have enough funds to purchase a $30k‐$60k BYOD management solution. Packetfence is an easy open source management for BYOD that is easy to manage and deploy in an existing network.

Presenter(s): Cesar Ibarra ‐ Texas State Technical College & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate‐‐Advanced

Make your Lessons Come to Life! Make your PowerPoint come to life! Create PowerPoint presentations with animations while providing instruction. Participants will go through the basics on how to create animated PowerPoints for quality instruction

Presenter(s): Miguel Chuca ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Making Technology Integration Fun for Everyone! This session will provide hands on practice in using the latest Web 2.0 tools designed to make technology integration fun and interesting for both the teacher and the student! Presentation, collaborative, concept mapping and other instructional tools will be shared.

Presenter(s): Marie L Evans ‐ Donna ISD & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 102 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Making the CSCOPE/3rd Learning Tools Work for Customization in Lesson Planning This session is for teachers in districts using/customizing lesson and content in the CSCOPE curriculum. NEW tools and features are available to support customization, planning and development of lessons as well as curating digital resources that support rigorous learning in your classroom. Participants in this session must have access to an account at http://mycscope.us with access to participate in the hands‐on portion of this session.

Presenter(s): Elaine Sellhorn ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 102 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Moodling with Elementary Students Moodle is a safe and secure environment for presenting content, resources, and activities to enhance instruction. This session will promote Moodle as a solution for creating a Blended Learning enviroment.

Presenter(s): Julie Kelly ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Intermediate

One Touch is Never Enough! Learning & Play come Together with SMART Learn simple and effective strategies that integrate the features of SMART Notebook, SMART Board and the SMART Table increase student engagement, enhance the social and academic development of early learners and promote collaboration and problem solving.

Presenter(s): Heather Lamb ‐ AISYS Consulting, LLC SMART Technologies & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐5 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Online Resources You Can Use in a Math Classroom! Join us as we explore the free resources available online to engage students and enhance student achievement in a math classroom. Participants will discover web tools for both productivity and learning.

Presenter(s): Jennifer Pugh ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐8 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Our Journey to 1:1 Computing: Under Construction ‐‐‐ Pardon our Progress This session will provide an overview of the process our district has gone through to make the decision to implement 1:1 technology in grades 7 ‐ 12. The session will include the following topics: research on student achievement, which type of 1:1 technology is best suited for students, professional development and training, leadership, funding, costs, and the different phases of implementation.

Presenter(s): Dr. Lynne Goeglein‐Porter ‐ Ingleside ISD & De Lightfoot ‐ Ingleside ISD Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Pages, Keynote, and your iPad Participants will learn to utilize and integrate the Pages & Keynote apps on their iPads.

Presenter(s): Daniel Galeana ‐ McAllen ISD & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 201 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

Pinning 101: A Resource Worth a Thousand Words In today's tech savy world, it is vital to build a connection with students, parents, and educators in an engaging and visually stimulating way. Pinterest creates this, and much more. The Region One ESC Pinterest site is composed of resources to assist students in planning, applying, and paying for college. It empowers parents in their endeavors to support their children through the college‐going process. It supports educators by providing resources in education, technology, and counseling.

Presenter(s): Nicole Saenz‐Curry ‐ Region One ESC & Ricardo L. Lopez, Jr. ‐ Region One ESC Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career


Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Pinning 101: A Resource Worth a Thousand Words (REPEAT) In today's tech savy world, it is vital to build a connection with students, parents, and educators in an engaging and visually stimulating way. Pinterest creates this, and much more. The Region One ESC Pinterest site is composed of resources to assist students in planning, applying, and paying for college. It empowers parents in their endeavors to support their children through the college‐going process. It supports educators by providing resources in education, technology, and counseling.

Presenter(s): Nicole Saenz‐Curry ‐ Region One ESC & Ricardo L. Lopez, Jr. ‐ Region One ESC Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career


Power Point: Still Frame Animation Learn and see examples of how to really go deep and wide with powerpoint! Students will understand how to incorporate pictures they have created in paint to create still frame animation. Also we will look at examples of creating quiz shows or choose your own adventure stories that are student created and full of WOW! factor.

Presenter(s): Gary Veazey ‐ IDEA Public Schools & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Project North STAAR: Leveraging Technology to Support Migrant Students Anticipating the challenges that our highly mobile migrant students will face with the transition to the new state assessments, the Region One ESC Migrant Education Program proactively explored ways to leverage technology resources to support migrant students while they are in their respective receiving states. This workshop will detail how distance learning was employed to provide live instruction to migrant students in Michigan as they prepared for their out‐of‐state TAKS/STAAR Assessments.

Presenter(s): Jose L. Martinez ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Project Share Project Share is a free TEA interactive portal through which teachers can share information, ideas and resources in a state‐wide online environment. Project Share also offers teacher professional development, teacher to student online instruction and online STAAR supplement in the form of OnTRACK courses.

Presenter(s): Wally Trevino ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Project Share (REPEAT) Project Share is a free TEA interactive portal through which teachers can share information, ideas and resources in a state‐wide online environment. Project Share also offers teacher professional development, teacher to student online instruction and online STAAR supplement in the form of OnTRACK courses.

Presenter(s): Wally Trevino ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Questioning ‐ A Tool for Formative Assessment for Social Studies This session will provide awareness to participants on the power of questioning for monitoring student progress towards instructional goals in the social studies classroom. A variety of technology tools which can be utilized for different levels of questioning will be highlighted.

Presenter(s): Linda Graves ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Quick Grading & Assessing using All In Learning Demonstrating how Teachers can grade their whole class in seconds, and to show how you can also assess students using tools such as clickers. Prizes will be given.

Presenter(s): Paul Slasor ‐ Weslaco ISD & Mamie Miller ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Quick Grading & Assessing using All In Learning (REPEAT) Demonstrating how Teachers can grade their whole class in seconds, and to show how you can also assess students using tools such as clickers. Prizes will be given.

Presenter(s): Paul Slasor ‐ Weslaco ISD & Mamie Miller ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Redefining Classroom Participation with Socrative The Socrative Smart Student Response System is a free App that encourages student participation, differentiated instruction, and reduces the amount of time teachers spend grading and in the copy room. Participants will activate a Socrative Account and learn to input multiple choice, true/false, and short answer questions, or generate quizzes, exit tickets, and space races in order to assess their students and monitor their progress and performance on classroom and homework assignments.

Presenter(s): Jennifer Cardenas ‐ Weslaco ISD & Maria Strickland ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐8 Skill Level: Intermediate

Rethinking 1:1 It's easy to get caught up in the device when thinking about a one‐to‐one program. But is it really the device itself that's going to increase student achievement and enhance learning? Join this session to learn how you can bring the focus back to what really matters: the curriculum that's delivered via the device. We'll discuss how to make your content available on student devices for access 24/7.

Presenter(s): Erica Stietenroth ‐ Engaging Solutions/All in Learning & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Scantron’s Computer Adaptive Test Performance Series is a computer adaptive diagnostic testing solution that school districts use as a universal screener. The software uses a scaled score to pinpoint student proficiency and ability, accurately identify students who would most benefit from corrective instruction or enrichment and measure gains and trends over time. The product is available in Reading, Language Arts, Science, Math in English and Spanish.

Presenter(s): Jorge Quintana ‐ Scantron & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Schoology: LMS for the 21st Century Learner We will introduce a newly designed LMS that caters to the needs of grades 6‐12 learners and educators. We will cover setup, creating courses, joining groups, managing personal and public resources, calendars, gradebook, and the mobile accompanying application.

Presenter(s): Jose Vasquez ‐ Mercedes ISD & Marco Islas ‐ Mercedes ISD Time: 3:15 PM ‐ 4:00 PM Room: 102 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career

Readiness through Web Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Schoology: LMS for the 21st Century Learner (2nd REPEAT) We will introduce a newly designed LMS that caters to the needs of grades 6‐12 learners and educators. We will cover setup, creating courses, joining groups, managing personal and public resources, calendars, gradebook, and the mobile accompanying application.



Schoology: LMS for the 21st Century Learner (REPEAT) We will introduce a newly designed LMS that caters to the needs of grades 6‐12 learners and educators. We will cover setup, creating courses, joining groups, managing personal and public resources, calendars, gradebook, and the mobile accompanying application.



So You Know Photoshop.....Now What??? Participants will learn how to integrate photoshop tools and techniques in the classroom and on assignments.

Presenter(s): Veronica Leija ‐ Weslaco ISD & Romeo Salinas ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

STAAR Accessibility and Writing Tools Your students can write better with the right tools, so how can you help them become successful and independent writers? Co:Writer and Write:OutLoud remove the barriers that keep our students from expressing themselves through writing. When provided with these tools, students are encouraged to write more effectively, more often and have more enthusiasm to share creative thoughts on paper. Join us and discover the new and enhanced features that initiate a no‐fail writing environment. We'll share our experiences, provide examples and discuss

Presenter(s): Marguerite Horney ‐ Region One ESC & Bob Keller ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 103 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

STAAR One ‐ Technology Tools STAAR One awareness session for district representatives to demonstrate multiple assessment resources which tailor to the instructional needs of students. STAAR One Technology Tools for learning will be elaborated upon in order to make informed decisions in moving forward to further enhance the STAAR One 2.0 experience

Presenter(s): Miguel Chuca ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

STAAR One ‐ Technology Tools (REPEAT) STAAR One awareness session for district representatives to demonstrate multiple assessment resources which tailor to the instructional needs of students. STAAR One Technology Tools for learning will be elaborated upon in order to make informed decisions in moving forward to further enhance the STAAR One 2.0 experience

Presenter(s): Miguel Chuca ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 203 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Striving To Maintain Student Engagement & Achievement In Today's High Schools In todays society filled with distractions, sometimes we as educators have a difficult time engaging & fully submerging our students into the curriculum. This presentation will address varied methods of instructional delivery, with the ultimate goal of truly engaging all of your students to ensure that they achieve content mastery in a method where you as an educator do not feel as if you are pulling teeth.

Presenter(s): Julian C.B. Morgan ‐ La Villa ISD & Felicia Urbina ‐ La Villa ISD Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

StudentGPSâ„¢ Dashboards ‐ Mapping Success for the Whole Student The dashboards are a collection of reports and metrics that provide educators with access to historical, timely, and predictive information on all students to help improve education outcomes for all Texas students

Presenter(s): Adrian Garcia ‐ Pharr‐San Juan‐Alamo ISD & Joel Garcia ‐ Pharr‐San Juan‐Alamo ISD Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Supporting Leadership in Literacy Teaching through Project Share TSLP Modules Session will focus on Texas State Literacy Plan (TSLP) learning modules in Project Share (PS). Key Literacy tools & supports from the resource library found in the LASERS modules; action steps that support Leadership & campus capacity building, effective comprehension and fluency strategies/routines that have been implemented in the Texas Literacy Initiative Project with PLCs: PS as a networking tool, Creating a group from participants at session, Drop boxes, Calendars, Communication, & LASERS Learning modules.

Presenter(s): Maria V. Gonzales, TLI Project Director ‐ Brownsville ISD & Norma G. Lopez & Maryann A. Flores, Veronica Ortiz & Luis Troncoso ‐ Brownsville ISD

Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Systematic Integration of Technology Towards College Readiness Region One ESC GEAR UP, a federally funded early college readiness partnership with 27 regional school districts, has developed a systemic plan for integration of various technology and web resources to assist students, parents and educators gain knowledge on pathways to college and a career. Discover how GEAR UP currently uses technology, such as Apple iPads and Texas Instruments Nspire calculators to enhance instruction in the classroom. Learn best practices for school leaders in the deployment of new technology and resources to support.

Presenter(s): Tina Atkins ‐ Region One ESC & Norma McCormick & David Hernandez ‐ Region One ESC Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

TAG it! For your Assessments Testing is made easy with TAG (TEKS Assessment Generator). TAG allows educators to create differentiated assessments to monitor student progress and create quality local assessments in just a few clicks. Come learn why TAG is a 'must‐have' for your school!

Presenter(s): Paula Jordan ‐ DMAC / Region 7 ESC & Beverly Martin ‐ DMAC / Region 7 ESC Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Take Learning to the Next Level The true integration of technology into the core curriculum subjects provides a way for students to learn and demonstrate their technology applications skills while focusing on core curriculum. Join me in learning how to take student learning to the next level by integrating technology into your curriculum. Learn about best practices, resources, project ideas and leave with tools to take your technology integration to the next level.

Presenter(s): Kelli Erwin ‐ Learning.com & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career

Readiness through Web Grade Level: PK‐8 Skill Level: Beginner

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Taking Your Staff, Teachers, & Students From Awkward to Awesome! Are you struggling to use education technology to its fullest in your district? Atomic Learning can help. The Atomic Learning suite of products is designed to provide a comprehensive framework to bring technology and curriculum together, through targeted solutions for specific initiatives, such as mobile learning. This session will provide an understanding of how technology training tools, standards‐aligned classroom projects, and big‐idea workshops can guide users from awkward to awesome with their technology use.

Presenter(s): Laurie Davis ‐ Atomic Learning & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Texas State Student Systems The Texas Student Data System (TSDS) is a new statewide system for collecting and reporting education data. It inlcudes modernized, improved data collection process and the student DPS Dashborads which provide educators with tools to assess and take action to enhance student performance.

Presenter(s): Mary Treviño‐Cortez ‐ Region One ESC & Dolores Castillo ‐ Region One ESC Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

The Flipped Classroom 101 Are you looking to flip your classroom or perhaps wondering how you're going to provide the content needed for a successful implementation? During this session we will dive into the theory behind flipped classrooms, explore lesson activities, and locate great resources to support this model of teaching. Improve student learning and teacher satisfaction in one flip of the classroom.

Presenter(s): Monica Isabel Martinez ‐ TCEA & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

The InterActive Classroom with PolyVision Boards The session is designed to inspire, engage, and collaborate with educators wanting to learn more about the PolyVision interactive boards and how this technology can be integrated into their curriculum.

Presenter(s): Daniel Flores ‐ Brownsville ISD & Claudia E. Cortez ‐ Brownsville ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 6‐8 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

There's an APP for That This session will introduce teachers to apps such as Poll to Everywhere, Remind 101, Dropbox, Edmodo, Evernote, LockBox and Socrative. The apps help teachers and students to communicate, and turn in work in a variety of ways, making grading and due dates easier to deal with.

Presenter(s): Melinda De La Rosa ‐ Mission CISD & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Understanding Student E‐Portfolios Schools around the world are piloting e‐portfolio programs that allow students to apply real‐world skills, showcase work, and track learning outcomes as they prepare for college and career. But what makes a successful e‐portfolio initiative? What are are some benefits and challenges behind launching a student e‐portfolio program? This session will introduce the objectives, benefits, challenges, and key decisions involved in implementing an e‐portfolio program.

Presenter(s): Terri Perez ‐ University of Texas at Austin‐Institute for Public School Initiatives & John Ezzell ‐ University of Texas at Austin‐Institute for Public School Initiatives

Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 102 Strand(s): Promoting College and Career Readiness through Web Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Using ChemSketch in the Chemistry/Science Classroom This session will demonstrate how to ChemSketch, a free PC program, in the science classroom. ChemSketch is a powerful molecular modeling program that can be used to show 3D version of molecules. It allows for visualization of molecules and creating animated gifs. It also allows for equation writing and creating lab setup diagrams.

Presenter(s): Efren Rodriguez ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using CSCOPE‐3rd Learning Management Tools to Support Curriculum Management This session is for district technical and curriculum managers in districts using/customizing the CSCOPE curriculum. NEW tools and resources are available to support in depth management of your CSCOPE curriculum. We will explore and review the roles and resources available for customizing the curriculum, adding district resources, managing content and reporting at the district level. Participants in this session must have a mycscope.us account with district level access to participate in the hands on portion of this session

Presenter(s): Elaine Sellhorn ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 102 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate‐‐Advanced

Using Interactive Whiteboards with Science Equipment & Student Response Systems Demonstrate the Science classroom/lab use of the smart board with organization of software, documents, and integration of microscope video applications as well as lab quest probes and lab quest emulator software. A Brief demonstration of the application of Vernier Video Physics on Ipad/pc to extend a mini catapult project/paper based lesson will be executed. The application of Quizdom & E‐learning student response systems to monitor student progress will also be included.

Presenter(s): Paul J. Duke ‐ La Villa ISD & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 201 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

Using iPads in the Social Studies Curriculum This session will demonstrate to the participants how to effectively merge Social Studies curriculum with 21st century technology. The iPad app Show Me will be demonstrated teaching a lesson on the Civil War.

Presenter(s): Dorothy Gonzalez ‐ Point Isabel ISD & Angela Delamar ‐ Point Isabel ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 201 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Simulations and Google Docs to Assess Science Gaps This session will discuss how to find specific animations/simulations that can be used in the classroom along with Google Forms to determine science gaps. Methods of searching will be demonstrated along with the creation of the Google Form. Requirements would be a browser and a Google account for the creator of the Google Form.

Presenter(s): Efren Rodriguez ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 101 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Technology to Accommodate Student Learning Are you wondering how technology can help support the struggling learner in you classroom during instruction? What are accommodations to support the student with disabilities on the STAAR assessment? This session will help you differentiate your classroom using technology to support the struggling learner.

Presenter(s): Vicki Payne Rainwater ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Using Technology to Accommodate Student Learning (REPEAT) Are you wondering how technology can help support the struggling learner in you classroom during instruction? What are accommodations to support the student with disabilities on the STAAR assessment? This session will help you differentiate your classroom using technology to support the struggling learner.

Presenter(s): Vicki Payne Rainwater ‐ Region One ESC & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Twitter to e‐Connect with Students Twitter can be used as a powerful tool to immediately connect with students to provide instant means of delivering content and instruction to students. This presentation will show how you can easily post notes, assignments, and other useful classroom resources to Twitter so that students can access these materials 24/7. An iPad, iPhone, or other similar smartphone or tablet is all you need to accomplish this task! Increase student involvement, assignment completion, and overall student performance by delivering assignments and instruction in

Presenter(s): Homer Colunga ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Twitter to e‐Connect with Students (2nd REPEAT) Twitter can be used as a powerful tool to immediately connect with students to provide instant means of delivering content and instruction to students. This presentation will show how you can easily post notes, assignments, and other useful classroom resources to Twitter so that students can access these materials 24/7. An iPad, iPhone, or other similar smartphone or tablet is all you need to accomplish this task! Increase student involvement, assignment completion, and overall student performance by delivering assignments and instruction in

Presenter(s): Homer Colunga ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 2:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Twitter to e‐Connect with Students (REPEAT) Twitter can be used as a powerful tool to immediately connect with students to provide instant means of delivering content and instruction to students. This presentation will show how you can easily post notes, assignments, and other useful classroom resources to Twitter so that students can access these materials 24/7. An iPad, iPhone, or other similar smartphone or tablet is all you need to accomplish this task! Increase student involvement, assignment completion, and overall student performance by delivering assignments and instruction in

Presenter(s): Homer Colunga ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: 6‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Your Smart Device to Expand Your Personal Learning Network (PLN) Professional learning used to occur at a specific time and place. With the improvements of web 2.0 technologies professional learning can occur anytime and anyplace. Bring your smart phone or tablet to this session and learn how to gather resources from a variety of social media to create your own Personal Learning Network (PLN) for learning on the go. Participants will learn how to pull these resources into a free digital magazine app that allows for very easy viewing and sharing without having to continually search for resources.

Presenter(s): Scott Amdahl ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Using Your Smart Device to Expand Your Personal Learning Network (PLN) (REPEAT) Professional learning used to occur at a specific time and place. With the improvements of web 2.0 technologies professional learning can occur anytime and anyplace. Bring your smart phone or tablet to this session and learn how to gather resources from a variety of social media to create your own Personal Learning Network (PLN) for learning on the go. Participants will learn how to pull these resources into a free digital magazine app that allows for very easy viewing and sharing without having to continually search for resources.

Presenter(s): Scott Amdahl ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 2:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 202 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Utilizing Mobi Pad, Smart Software and Polyvision Board Together In this session, we will be demonstrating how to use the Polyvision Board with the Smart software, and Mobi Pad to increase lesson productivity and student learning experience. This session will be a demonstration on how I present math lessons in the classroom utilizing all this technology.

Presenter(s): Daniel Flores ‐ Brownsville ISD & Claudia Cortez ‐ Brownsville ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 9:45 AM Room: 203 Strand(s): Technology Support and ManagementGrade Level: 6‐8 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Intermediate

Weebly Websites Made Easy, Super Easy Creating a website is an easy and fun experience that lets you express your creativity without letting technical hurdles slow you down. Weebly offers: drag & drop website builder, professional themes, fast and helpful support, easy blogging, photo galleries, slideshows, videos and audio players, and so much more. Perfect way to showcase your achievements and deliver information to everyone.

Presenter(s): Yonia Martinez ‐ Mission CISD & ‐ Time: 1:15 PM ‐ 3:00 PM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

We're Goin' On A Web Tool Hunt, But I'm Not Afraid!!! Hey! Got a Minute? If the answer is YES, keep on reading. Join our FRAT on a hunt for vocabulary building using Web 2.0 Tools across curricular areas. This session will be well worth your while!!!

Presenter(s): Julio C. Martinez ‐ Brownsville ISD & Kathleen Jimenez ‐ Brownsville ISD Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 103 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

What Every Educator Should Know About Social Media Teaching educators the ins and outs of social media responsibility and its repercussions for future college admissions, scholarships, promotions, interviews, etc.

Presenter(s): Magdalena Oliva Lugo ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

What Every Educator Should Know About Social Media (REPEAT) Teaching educators the ins and outs of social media responsibility and its repercussions for future college admissions, scholarships, promotions, interviews, etc.

Presenter(s): Magdalena Oliva Lugo ‐ Weslaco ISD & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 500 Strand(s): Leadership Grade Level: 9‐12 Skill Level: Intermediate

WISD 21st Century Parents in Action: Using the iDevices in the Content Areas Join us and become part of the great success take‐home ideas and strategies on how to engage parents using the 21st Century tools in the content areas. Learn how parents carry‐over classroom tech‐skills to better help their children at home. We guarantee your district parents will keep coming back for more. Session includes fun hands‐on activities.

Presenter(s): Leticia G. Martinez ‐ Weslaco ISD & Cecilia Barreiro ‐ Weslaco ISD Time: 11:00 AM ‐ 11:45 AM Room: 102 Strand(s): Teaching and LearningGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner

Tuesday - Thursday, May 14-16, 2013 Session Descriptions Listed Alphabetically Workflow Solutions for Mobile Learning Your classroom has computers, you have an iPad, your students have mobile devices. Now what? In this session, we'll explore how to give stuff to your students, receive, grade, and return their submitted work, and share the great things your students are creating with the rest of the world ‐ all using simple tools like Dropbox, Google Drive, and Notability. Start the flow of work in your classroom TODAY!

Presenter(s): Wayne Bridges ‐ Edinburg CISD & ‐ Time: 10:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Leveraging Technology ToolsGrade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

You can be an iBooks Author iBooks Author can help you get YOUR content on your mobile devices. In this session, we will explore the process of creating an iBook with this innovative tool. Don't have an iPad? We'll also learn to export your content to formats that can be used on Android and other devices.

Presenter(s): Wayne Bridges ‐ Edinburg CISD & ‐ Time: 9:00 AM ‐ 10:45 AM Room: 104 Strand(s): Innovation Grade Level: PK‐12 Skill Level: Beginner‐‐Advanced

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