Innovation Institute 2017: Full Schedule

10:10am CDT

Coding + Literature = Spheros in the Classroom

Limited Capacity seats available

We will discuss/use Spheros as a tool for learning in the classroom. I will show you how I got them and how I use them with students. Spheros are small robotic balls that can be programmed within different apps. Leave with an understanding of how to use tools outside you teacher box. Anything can be a tool for learning--even a robotic ball.

Speakers

Lisa Byrd

Teacher, Cutter Morning Star High School

Lisa is a 29 year educator who teaches English as if her life depends upon it. She has been married for almost 30 years and her three children are all over 21. Her favorite parts of teaching English are reading Shakespeare and the Hero's Journey. She is also a maker... give her a... Read More →

Wednesday June 7, 2017 10:10am - 11:10am CDT
B100

Guided Discovery: Active Participation, Authentic Learning

Session Focus Communication and collaboration, Computer Science, Creativity and innovation
Device BYOD - Device doesn't matter, Computer/Laptop, iPads/Tablets
Audience Early Childhood, Elementary, High School, Junior High, Middle School
Tech Skill Level Beginner

12:30pm CDT

Using the Promethean Board to Make Visual Schedules for Special Learners

Limited Capacity seats available

The session is geared to benefit Special Education Teachers who need an easily maintained visual schedule for each student in their classroom. Devices needed are one promethean board (preferably touch-screen) and laptops for each participant.

Speakers

Carla Hampton

Special Education Teacher, Springdale Public Schools

Wednesday June 7, 2017 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
B100

Playground: Hands-on, High-Quality Lesson Design

Session Focus Utilizing technology in Special Education Self-contained Classrooms
Device Computer/Laptop, Promethean Board
Audience Early Childhood, Elementary, High School, Junior High, Middle School
Tech Skill Level Beginner, Intermediate

1:40pm CDT

Getting Started with STEM

Limited Capacity seats available

Anyone unfamiliar with STEM will want to attend this session. Participants will leave with a broader understanding of what STEM in the elementary classroom looks like as well as a tool box full of resources and ideas to get started immediately.

Speakers

Kelly Martin

Instructional Coach/Teacher Leader, Hancock Place Elementary

Kelly has been an educator for over 20 years and currently serves as the Instructional Coach at Hancock Place Elementary. Kelly is a Level 2 Certified Google Educator, Certified BrainPOP Educator, and Seesaw Ambassador.

Wednesday June 7, 2017 1:40pm - 2:40pm CDT
B100

Demonstration: Show & Tell, Authentic Learning | Guided Discovery: Active Participation, Authentic Learning

Session Focus STEM/STEAM
Device BYOD - Device doesn't matter
Audience Elementary
Tech Skill Level Beginner

2:50pm CDT

Doing it Dojo Style

Limited Capacity seats available

This presentation would be appropriate for classroom teachers 3jiof early childhood and elementary. Admin who are interested in implementing a school-wide management/parent communication system would also benefit from this session. Class Dojo can be accessed from IOS, Android, Kindle Fire, and any computer.

Speakers

Abbie Russell

Teacher, Linda Childers Knapp Elementary

Wednesday June 7, 2017 2:50pm - 3:50pm CDT
B100

Demonstration: Show & Tell, Community of Learners, Powered by Technology | Guided Discovery: Active Participation, Community of Learners, Powered by Technology

Session Focus Communication and collaboration, Learning management systems
Device BYOD - Device doesn't matter
Audience Administrator, Early Childhood, Elementary
Tech Skill Level N/A - Tech Skill Level does not apply to my session.

10:10am CDT

Interactive Math with Nearpod APP

Limited Capacity seats available

This is for any teacher who has iPads that wants to have an engaging, hands on math lesson. You can also keep records that are easily accessible, paperless and organized. You will need an iPad and a computer (with Active inspire) and the Nearpod APP to be able to participate as the teacher and the student for the presentation. This could also be an APP that is used for ALL subject areas but the presentation will mostly cover math.

Speakers

Catrina Anderson

Teacher, Springdale Schools

Thursday June 8, 2017 10:10am - 11:10am CDT
B100

Demonstration: Show & Tell, High Quality Lesson Design, Powered by Technology | Playground: Hands-on, High Quality Lesson Design, Powered by Technology

Session Focus Creativity and innovation
Device Computer/Laptop, iPads/Tablets
Audience Elementary
Tech Skill Level Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

11:20am CDT

Blending Your World with Blendspace

Limited Capacity seats available

Come join us as we explore the world of Blendspace and the possibilities of this powerful program in your unique environment. Blendspace is the easiest way to blend your classroom with rich digital content. You will be exposed to a variety of ideas to help incorporate Blendspace seamlessly and effectively no matter what grade level or subject area you work with.

Speakers

Joey Gall

Technology Curriculum Specialist, Rogers Public Schools

Joey Gall has been an educator for Rogers Public Schools since 1991. She has experience as an elementary classroom teacher, as well as a masters degree in Library Media Science, with three years experience in this position. Joey has been a Technology Curriculum Specialist since 2004... Read More →

Thursday June 8, 2017 11:20am - 12:20pm CDT
B100

Demonstration: Show & Tell, Powered by Technology | Playground: Hands-on, Powered by Technology

Session Focus Communication and collaboration, Creativity and innovation, Presentations & Projects
Device Chromebook, Computer/Laptop, iPads/Tablets
Audience Administrator, Early Childhood, Elementary, High School, Junior High, Middle School
Tech Skill Level Intermediate

12:30pm CDT

Streamline Lesson Planning with Technology

Limited Capacity seats available

Teachers will learn how to use Planbook.com to integrate their lessons with google drive, link lessons to standards, keep all of their links and technology tools in one place, share lessons with students, administrators and other teachers, and reuse lessons from year to year. I will go over the basics, answer questions and help teachers sign up for a free trial. All you will need is a laptop, Chromebook, tablet or phone. Administrators and Instructional Coaches can also benefit and take information back to their teachers.

Speakers

Megan Gretzinger

Educator, Appleton City School District

Megan is in her twelfth year of teaching in rural Missouri. She is the major technology innovator at her school. She loves using technology in her classroom and sharing knowledge with her fellow teachers.

Thursday June 8, 2017 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
B100

Demonstration: Show & Tell, High Quality Lesson Design

Session Focus G Suite for Education (Google), Leadership/Professional learning, Learning management systems
Device BYOD - Device doesn't matter, Chromebook, Computer/Laptop, iPads/Tablets
Audience Administrator, Elementary, High School, Junior High, Middle School
Tech Skill Level Beginner

2:50pm CDT

Venture Into Competency Based Grading

Limited Capacity filling up

This session is geared toward educators interested in the first steps of shifting a classroom from traditional to competency-based/standards-based grading. We will be accessing Google Classroom (if possible) and my website where I have work samples, grading examples, and student testimonials.

Speakers

Jose Lara

Teacher, Springdale Public Schools

I am a certified History Teacher who has been co-teaching with Mrs. Lieutard for two years. As a bilingual teacher I am able to find common ground and offer a different approach to many of the challenges that our student's face in class. I am also involved in many aspects of school... Read More →

Chrystal Lieutard

Teacher, Springdale

I have been teaching English for 10 years, all of them in Springdale. I have also taught Sheltered English 8th and 9th, Critical Reading, and Yearbook. With three young girls and a side hustle (we breed Maltipoos), life moves quickly! I am constantly refining my teaching practice... Read More →

Thursday June 8, 2017 2:50pm - 3:50pm CDT
B100

Poster Session: Listen & Learn, Authentic Learning, High Quality Lesson Design | Roundtable Discussion: Facilitator brings topic & participants create conversation, Authentic Learning, High Quality Lesson Design

Session Focus Communication and collaboration, Creativity and innovation, G Suite for Education (Google)
Device Computer/Laptop
Audience High School, Junior High, Middle School
Tech Skill Level N/A - Tech Skill Level does not apply to my session.