Innovation Institute 2017

Are you looking for ways students can demonstrate their understanding and get creative? During this session we will explore ways Google Slides can be used to enhance student creativity, foster collaboration, and give them the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding at a deeper level. Together we will discuss and generate ideas on how this tool can be used by students at all levels and subject areas. You will leave this session ready to integrate Slides with ease.

Keeping students interested and engaged can be a challenging task. With current technology, are you constantly searching for tools to enhance your approach to teaching and learning? If so, join us as we share a fun way to get your students interacting with text in a unconventional way….. #Booksnaps! #Booksnaps can be created with Snapchat, Bitomoji, Buncee, and/or Google Draw. We will share how to create #Booksnaps with each of these tools and you can choose the one that best fits your teaching/learning style. #Booksnaps provide a fun, creative way for students to reflect as they study their notes, read books or interact with any type of text. We will also share ways adult learners are using this tool to chart their own learning. You do not want to miss this highly engaging, interactive session that will make you the coolest teacher/lead learner around! This session is appropriate for educators at all levels and positions. Be sure to bring a device that can access Snapchat, Bitmoji, Google Draw and/or Buncee. The first two can be downloaded from the app store on an Apple or Andriod device and the last two can be accessed via the web.

Learn about G Suite and Chrome features that you didn't know you needed! This sessions will introduce you to many G Suite and Chrome features and add-ons that can make your life easier.

Tired of grading the never ending pile of papers? Learn the basics of how to use ClassKick in your classroom that will make your life easier. Create assignments in Classkick for your students to complete and receive instant feedback/help for the teacher or other peers. More tips are waiting so stop on in to make the most of your classroom instruction.

Keeping students interested and engaged can be a challenging task. With current technology, are you constantly searching for tools to enhance your approach to teaching and learning? If so, join us as we share a fun way to get your students interacting with text in a unconventional way….. #Booksnaps! #Booksnaps can be created with Snapchat, Bitomoji, Buncee, and/or Google Draw. We will share how to create #Booksnaps with each of these tools and you can choose the one that best fits your teaching/learning style. #Booksnaps provide a fun, creative way for students to reflect as they study their notes, read books or interact with any type of text. We will also share ways adult learners are using this tool to chart their own learning. You do not want to miss this highly engaging, interactive session that will make you the coolest teacher/lead learner around! This session is appropriate for educators at all levels and positions. Be sure to bring a device that can access Snapchat, Bitmoji, Google Draw and/or Buncee. The first two can be downloaded from the app store on an Apple or Andriod device and the last two can be accessed via the web.

This session was created for teachers who have students that are reading below grade level. If you teach, social studies/history, English, math, science or any class that involves reading, this session is for you! Online tools will be shared that help students access text they are reading in our classes.

The Speed Geek Girl is back to share her new favorite tech tools. In your short time together you will discover many options and leave with a handful of resources to look back at this summer while preparing for the year ahead. Your session time will be spent exploring some websites, web tools, and extensions that will engage your students in different subjects and motivate them to make sure and earn the next free time you give. A great session for beginners to intermediate tech users where. Come and find the perfect learning tools for your K-5 students.