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Saturday, November 2
 

8:30am PDT

3D Printing: Beyond the Hype and Into Your Classroom
A growing army of empowered creative teachers are tinkering and making with 3D printers. What does it take to use a 3D printer? What would I do with it? This session will get you up and running, arm you with resources and provide you with funding ideas.

Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
Mark 214

8:30am PDT

Google Drive and the Common Core
Session will cover 5 simple ways you can use Google drive with your students to practice CC strategies and various levels of Bloom's for the ELA classroom. Strategies will mirror CC testing models, focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity using Documents, Presentations, and Forms.

Speakers
avatar for Tiffani Brown

Tiffani Brown

Vice Principal, Santee School District
@SanteeSchDist, JH Teacher, SDCUE VP, Jet Setter, Google Trainer, Edtech Jedi, let's talk about Star Wars.


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
Mark 310

8:30am PDT

I Have an iPad-Now What?
You invested in an iPad but then have no idea what to do with it in your classroom! We will cover simple and quick ways to start integrating the iPad into your classroom, whether you have just one or a set of them.

Speakers
avatar for Marla Rosenthal

Marla Rosenthal

Innovation Specialist-TK-5th, Discovery Elementary School/San Marcos Unified
Marla Rosenthal is the Innovation Specialist for grades TK through fifth grade at Discovery Elementary School in the San Marcos Unified School District. For the past 23 years, she has also served as a General Education classroom teacher in mostly third and fourth grades. She has worked... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
Mark 210

8:30am PDT

QR Codes: A Creative Way to Work with Core Standards
Creative ways to design inspiring lessons for students to demonstrate writing, and work cooperatively to succeed in curriculum-based scavenger hunts.

Speakers
avatar for Kim Buhler

Kim Buhler

Teacher on Special Assignment (Enrichment Wheel), Quantum Academy
Elementary Teacher for more than 30 years. Taught EDTEC2U sessions in Escondido. Long time CUE member. Hosted student presenters at San Diego and National CUE conferences. Taught many San Diego and National Cue workshops.
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Tali Collier

7th Grade LA/Lit teacher, Bear Valley Middle School - Escondido Union Elementery


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
ACD 319

8:30am PDT

iPod Routines, Apps, & Beyond for K/1 Students
Are you new to iPods in the classroom? If so this session is for you! Come and learn how to set up successful iPod rules, routines and useful apps for your kinder or first grade students that can be integrated throughout the day.

Speakers
avatar for Mary Saavedra

Mary Saavedra

Teacher, Grades: K, Felicita Elementary
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Tammy Villalobos

Teacher, Felicita Elementary School - EUSD


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
ACD 305

8:30am PDT

iPads and Struggling Readers: LANGUAGE! Live Comes Alive in Classrooms
Explore CCSS; see the newest reading research combined with the iPad/tablet. Teach struggling secondary students using adaptive online instruction in LANGUAGE! Live that reignites students' enjoyment of peer interaction and combine it with proven learning strategies to promote academic achievement.

Speakers
avatar for Shauna Williams

Shauna Williams

National Consultant, Voyager Learning
I am passionate about English Language Learners using technology as a breakthrough to literacy. The ability to combine my second language of Spanish with my geeky side for technology ignite my desire to help teachers become better at teaching struggling readers.


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
ACD 306

8:30am PDT

Making the MOST of your iPad with SMART's Free Extreme Collaboration
SMART Technologies is the recognized world leader in interactive displays. Our Notebook software is the most used software with interactive displays on the planet. Come and see how to get the most from your Notebook software and ANY web-enabled device with a free download of Extreme Collaboration.

Speakers
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Roland Garcia

Educational Solution Specialis, SMART


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
ACD 205

8:30am PDT

Computational Thinking Using Scratch
Common Core standards require computational thinking. These skills can be taught through Scratch, a free programming tool from MIT Media Lab. Students create animations to tell a story, then post online to share with a broader audience. Strategies, resources and example projects will be shared.

Speakers
avatar for Donna Markey, NBCT

Donna Markey, NBCT

Online/Blended Learning Teacher, Vista Visions Academy
Middle and High School Science Teacher, NGSS Early Implementor, Extensive experience in science curriculum development, National Board Certified (Early Adolescent Science) and Leading Edge Certified (Online Instruction),
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Stephanie Sanchez

NGSS Core Lead Teacher, VMMS- 8th Gd


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
Mark 102

8:30am PDT

Become a Google Magician with Scripts
Ready to lighten your workflow? Want to make docs and folders appear in your students' Drive? Want to have quizzes grade themselves and email results? We will demonstrate some scripts like Doctopus, Googbric, Gclassfolders, Flubaroo, and pageMeister!

Speakers
avatar for Dan McDowell

Dan McDowell

Director of Learning and Innovation, Grossmont UHSD
Dan McDowell is the Director of Learning and Innovation in the Grossmont Union High School District. His current district projects include, but aren’t limited to, creating a vision for high quality instruction, organizing professional learning for teachers and administrators, and... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
Mark 125

8:30am PDT

Common Core Reading and Writing with Mobile Devices
CCCS aligned lessons like annotating reading, analyzing texts, checking for background knowledge, brainstorming topics, providing feedback for writers, uses of an iPad scavenger hunt and creating writing for a wide variety of audiences and more will be shared. Links will be provided between CCCS, reading and writing strategies and tech tools.

Speakers
avatar for Laurie Stowell

Laurie Stowell

Professor/Director SMWP, Cal State San Marcos
A professor of literacy at Cal State San Marcos since 1992. Prior to that, she taught middle school for eleven years. She teaches literacy courses in the credential program, children's literature, literacy for the 21st century and writing courses in the M.A. program. Her research... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 8:30am - 9:15am PDT
ACD 317
  SMWP

9:30am PDT

Common Core and Rigor...What Does it Really Mean?
Rigor, text complexity, and digital media are found everywhere throughout the Common Core standards. What does it all really mean for your classroom? This session will explain what the Common Core really means for us teachers. You will leave with strategies you can implement tomorrow!

Speakers
KS

Kristina Spencer

Professional Development Specialist, Common Core Integration Consulting
avatar for Tony Spittell

Tony Spittell

Professional Learning Consultant, Discovery Education
Tony Spittell is a Professional Learning Consultant specializing in Discovery Education, STEM/STEAM, and effective instructional strategies. He holds a Master's Degrees in Educational Multimedia from Cal Poly Pomona and a Master's Degree in Educational Administration from the University... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
Mark 214

9:30am PDT

Diving into Common Core using QR Codes in the Elementary Classroom
Are you trying to implement the Common Core Standards with tech integration? Are you looking for classroom examples to use next week? In this session two teachers will show how to motivate elementary students using QR codes in fun, creative ways that will help students dive deep into Common Core.

Speakers
avatar for Kay Little

Kay Little

Digital Learning Coach, Lakeside Union School District
Kay has taught in the elementary classroom for 21 years, and is in her 4th year as a Digital Learning Coach in the Lakeside Union School District. She is a National Board Certified teacher in Literacy, and holds a Masters Degree in Teaching with a Specialization in Best Practices... Read More →
avatar for Sandy Patterson

Sandy Patterson

Teacher, Lakeside Union School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
ACD 319

9:30am PDT

Infographics: Telling a Story with Data
Infographics are a fun and visual way to learn! In this session, I will share my journey creating infographics in the classroom. Learn about them and the common core, getting started, and scaffolding and supporting students during the process, view student samples and learn about resources and tools.

Speakers
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Renea Jaeger

Teacher, Horace Mann Middle School - San Diego Unified School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
Mark 105

9:30am PDT

Learning By Making Movies
Each year, thousands of students across the county participate in creating videos for the Innovative Video in Education program (iVIE). This session will review what it takes to participate in the program and teach standards-based curricula through video production. Ideal for project-based learning.

Speakers
avatar for Emil Ahangarzadeh

Emil Ahangarzadeh

Coordinator, San Diego County Office of Education - San Diego County Office of Education
My doctoral research addresses the use of system-wide education technology deployment processes. With a background in curriculum design and instructional practices, I have provided professional development institutes for thousands of teachers throughout California. I have served as... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
Mark 106

9:30am PDT

20+ Ideas to Integrate Writing and Technology
With the new Common Core Standards and the integration of technology, students are being asked to use various tools during the writing process. Come and find out how I use technology during writing to engage students and improve writing.

Speakers
avatar for Kyra Bowers

Kyra Bowers

Technology Coach, Escondido Union School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
ACD 305

9:30am PDT

Hear, See, Say, Do! Five Strokes to Teach Young Writers that We Can Do
Teach Pre-writing for fine motor coordination; introduce graphic symbols; break down the whole into parts; and help children learn good writing habits as they hear, see, say, and do. Teachers introduce five pre-writing strokes that help children design and create shapes, letters, and numerals.

Speakers
avatar for Shauna Williams

Shauna Williams

National Consultant, Voyager Learning
I am passionate about English Language Learners using technology as a breakthrough to literacy. The ability to combine my second language of Spanish with my geeky side for technology ignite my desire to help teachers become better at teaching struggling readers.


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
ACD 306

9:30am PDT

Teach to the Student, Not to the Test with Let's Go Learn
Learn how to use our online adaptive diagnostic assessments in reading and math to identify student strengths and weaknesses. Because our assessments are aligned to Common Core, you can teach to the student, not to the test. Our reports will help you group your students and organize your instruction.

Speakers
avatar for Margy Hillman

Margy Hillman

Vice President, Let's Go Learn


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
ACD 211

9:30am PDT

How Edmodo Gets Students Thinking and Writing!
Let's WRITE! Learn how to navigate through features of Edmodo with specific focus on getting kids online and writing. Answering polls, utilizing posts for collaborative online discussions, integrating CCSS text dependent questions, book talks, and more will be shared by 3rd grade teacher.

Speakers
avatar for Roseann Hernandez

Roseann Hernandez

teacher, Soutb Bay Union School District
Hi, I'm RoseAnn Hernandez, 3rd grade G.A.T.E. teacher at Emory Elementary School in the South Bay Union School District. After more than 25 years as an educator, I still love teaching and learning. I'm eager to find the best ways to integrate technology and the CCSS into my... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
ACD 205
  SMART

9:30am PDT

Finding the Elusive Tree Octopus: A Lesson in Evaluating Websites to Make Claim
This lesson will explain how to evaluate websites for validity in research in any subject and incorporates the critical thinking skills needed for argument writing. Participants will use tools and strategies learned to evaluate websites, as well as, skills needed for backing claims in their writing. For best experience bring your laptop!

Speakers
CH

Carrie Haynes

Teacher, Vista Magnet Middle School - Vista Unified School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 9:30am - 10:15am PDT
ACD 317
  SMWP

10:45am PDT

Digital Literacy in the Classroom
Learn how to utilize One Minute Reader to raise fluency and comprehension in all grade levels.

Speakers
avatar for Chris Garcia

Chris Garcia

6th Grade Teacher, Chula Vista Elementary School District
I'm Chris Garcia and I'm honored to be teaching some of the brightest and most creative minds (I'll always say that about my classes) in Chula Vista. I love everything about the 21st century, from collaborating, digital literacy, to every tech gadget that exists. More important... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
ACD 306

10:45am PDT

Meeting the Technology Standards in the Common Core
Are you reshaping your curriculum to meet the myriad of technology strands that are required and subtly integrated throughout the new CCSS? In this session, participants will learn how to fulfill each technology standard required by the Common Core to get their students college and career ready.

Saturday November 2, 2013 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
Mark 214

10:45am PDT

Rolling Out Chromebooks in an Elementary School
Need a plan? Del Mar Union School District has deployed over 1600 Chromebooks in fourth through sixth grade. We've focused our attention on 'Curriculum First' and professional development for teachers, keeping the one-to-one between student and teacher. Hear our strategy for deployment and success.

Speakers
avatar for Jennifer Oliveira

Jennifer Oliveira

Technology Teacher, Del Mar Union School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
Mark 105

10:45am PDT

Putting The Primary Into Your Sources
The Common Core Standards are coming. How can we meet the requirements of complex text? The answer is primary sources. Get ideas on how to use Close Reading and other instructional strategies, so students better understand a topic in math, science, history or English.

Speakers
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Kelly O'Brien

6th Grade - English & History, Mann Middle School - San Diego Unified School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
ACD 201

10:45am PDT

Digitally Archived Primary Sources: Reading and Writing a Moment in History
Participants will learn how to access digitally archived print and non-print primary sources and how to guide their students through the process of synthesizing and responding to them through multi-genre writing pieces.

Speakers
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Kimberly Frazier

Teacher, Army and Navy Academy
Army and Navy Academy teacher Education: BA American literature, UCSD; MA English, SDSU; Gifted Instruction, UMW; San Marcos Writing Project; Gurian’s “The Minds of Boys” Presentations: Writing from Primary Sources, Incorporating Thinking Routines, and Increasing Student Engagement... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
ACD 317

10:45am PDT

Unleash Google Apps In Your Classroom: Student Use Starter Kit
Google Documents, Forms and Drawing = Student ability to create, share, collaborate, edit, collect data, and show off artistic talent. Session will provide specific strategies, real classroom examples, and a resource website.

Speakers
avatar for Dan McDowell

Dan McDowell

Director of Learning and Innovation, Grossmont UHSD
Dan McDowell is the Director of Learning and Innovation in the Grossmont Union High School District. His current district projects include, but aren’t limited to, creating a vision for high quality instruction, organizing professional learning for teachers and administrators, and... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 10:45am - 11:30am PDT
ACD 102

11:45am PDT

Connecting Youth Through iPoPP: International Projects or Partners Place
iPoPP is a free, easy-to-use suite of tools aimed at boosting student achievement via collaborative, project-based learning. iPoPP enables youth to connect worldwide in multilingual collaborative learning experiences, helping them become literate & globally responsible citizens. iPoPP provides a safe, structured environment.

Speakers
avatar for Yvonne Andres

Yvonne Andres

President & Founder, Global SchoolNet
Andres is former Oceanside teacher and is now President/Co-founder of GlobalSchoolNet.org and founder of iPoPP (International Projects or Partners Place.) Andres serves as the US co-chair for the US-Russia Social Expertise Exchange. She is creator of International CyberFair and US... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
Mark 308

11:45am PDT

Engaging Students in the Multiplayer Flipped Classroom
Now that flipping the classroom is mainstream, it's time to kick it up a notch! In this session, learn about gamification, explore the structure of a multiplayer classroom, and see how it all fits into the flipped model of learning. Bring your ideas and join the presentation and discussion.

Speakers
avatar for Julie Garcia

Julie Garcia

Director of Instructional Technology, San Diego Unified School District
Julie Garcia has served 20 years as a math teacher and technology advocate for San Diego Unified School District implementing various technology based initiatives and instructional models while adhering to state standards. In her current role as Director of Instructional Technology... Read More →
avatar for Michael Salamanca

Michael Salamanca

Teacher, Innovation Middle School - SDUSD
Hello Everyone! I've been a teacher at Innovation (iMiddle) School in San Diego California. I love spending time with my family, learning about new technologies, and teaching. Follow Me @salamancamike


Saturday November 2, 2013 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
Mark 208

11:45am PDT

Light the Fire for Learning: Digital Tools that will Ignite your Students
We will explore online and iPad applications that will help your students become consumers, collaborators, creators, and publishers of digital media. Explore proven strategies to engage even your most reluctant students.

Speakers
avatar for Matt Filson

Matt Filson

6th Grade Teacher, Ramona USD
avatar for Leslie Wilson

Leslie Wilson

Teacher, Mt. Woodson Elementary - Ramona Unified School DIstrict


Saturday November 2, 2013 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
ACD 306

11:45am PDT

Project Showcase from Computer Using Students
We will share a variety of student created projects using various free or inexpensive apps on the iPad and a couple of Web 2.0 programs! These are easy projects to implement immediately! This session is good for anyone who has at least one iPad. We will also throw in a couple of teacher tools!

Speakers
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Heidi Fikse

5th Grade Teacher, The Classical Academies
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Janine Swearingin

Director Middle School Support, The Classical Academies - The Classical Academies


Saturday November 2, 2013 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
Mark 106

11:45am PDT

ADDED TODAY - I Have an iPad-Now What?
You invested in an iPad but then have no idea what to do with it in your classroom! We will cover simple and quick ways to start integrating the iPad into your classroom, whether you have just one or a set of them. [This session is repeated from Session 1 due to high demand]

Speakers
avatar for Marla Rosenthal

Marla Rosenthal

Innovation Specialist-TK-5th, Discovery Elementary School/San Marcos Unified
Marla Rosenthal is the Innovation Specialist for grades TK through fifth grade at Discovery Elementary School in the San Marcos Unified School District. For the past 23 years, she has also served as a General Education classroom teacher in mostly third and fourth grades. She has worked... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
ACD 308 Overflow
  ADDED TODAY

11:45am PDT

Capable Kids: High Tech in Elementary Classrooms
I will present how my students in grades 1-5 have used blogs, Photoshop, video editing, and multitrack recordings in class. The CA State Senate named me 2011 Tech Hero and the work I do with tech and kids has been featured by the US Dept. of Education, KPBS, Edutopia, Ed Week, Ed Source, and the CAG.
Due to high demand, this session will be repeated in session 5. 


Saturday November 2, 2013 11:45am - 12:30pm PDT
ACD 211

1:30pm PDT

Appealing Apps for Vocabulary Development
How can we utilize iPads to support vocabulary development? Bring your device and let's explore how we can help support language development in English Learners and other students who require extra support across the content areas.

Speakers
JP

Jennifer Pirazzini

Teacher, Paul Ecke Central Elementary School - Encinitas Union School District
I am thrilled to be a part of the ongoing discussion regarding the impacts of technology in the 21st century classroom. For the last three years, I have worked as a fourth grade teacher in a 1:1 iPad setting in the Encinitas Union School District. My students and I have experienced... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
ACD 306

1:30pm PDT

Building All Types of Websites for the Technologically Terrified!
In this program attendees will learn how the Weebly web page building platform has been used to create websites that have dramatically enhanced classroom efficiency for teachers, provided resource hubs for students, as well as providing a perfect showcase for student portfolios.

Speakers
BC

Brendan Casey

Physical Science Teacher, Joan MacQueen Middle School - Alpine Union School District
KJ

Karen Jensen

English Language Arts Teacher, Joan MacQueen Middle School


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 208

1:30pm PDT

Getting Social - a Classroom Without Borders
Why use world blogging, video conferencing, and social learning in your classroom? Want to connect your students with their peers from around the world? Learn how these activities can engage, motivate, and challenge students to surpass their own expectations as learners.

Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 308

1:30pm PDT

Mapping Me: Honoring Diversity, Promoting Understanding Through Digital Stories
Working with the San Diego Area Writing Project, ELL students create digital stories that honor the diversity in our classroom. Students use a variety of digital tools to write scripts, incorporate images, and share their journeys. Samples, links, lesson plans, and ties to CCSS provided.

Speakers
avatar for Janet Ilko

Janet Ilko

teacher at HSHMC/ SDSU EDL Doctoral Student, SDSU DLE
I am an educator with 30 years experience both teaching in the classroom and in coaching and supporting teachers. My passion is working with urban and EL students to empower them through their education to use their voice for social justice and equity issues. Our role as educators... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 310

1:30pm PDT

Multimedia, Bloom's, and the Common Core
Session will explore how Multimedia discussion-starters and writing prompts can serve as catalysts for Common Core readiness. Students will use blogs, Google tools, and web apps to Apply, Analyze, Evaluate and Create.

Speakers
avatar for Tiffani Brown

Tiffani Brown

Vice Principal, Santee School District
@SanteeSchDist, JH Teacher, SDCUE VP, Jet Setter, Google Trainer, Edtech Jedi, let's talk about Star Wars.


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 106

1:30pm PDT

Screencasting in the Elementary and Middle School Classroom
What does the flipped classroom look like in an elementary and middle school classroom? Join Ali on the journey to discover screencasts created not only by the teacher but also by the students. Bring your computer and/or iPad and let's have some fun creating!

Speakers
avatar for Ali deGuia-Bumgarner

Ali deGuia-Bumgarner

Teacher/Tech Integration Enthusiast, Dixie School - Dixie School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
ACD 319

1:30pm PDT

Student Dynamic Presentations
Teach your students the tools to create and present dynamic presentations and you'll instantly increase the rigor in any subject by challenging your students to creatively demonstrate what they know.

Speakers
avatar for Pamela Rabin   @pamrabin

Pamela Rabin @pamrabin

Project Specialist Educational Technology, San Diego County Office of Education
I am a masters swimmer who loves ocean swimming, gardening, and traveling with my husband and family both locally and abroad. I have two daughters who practice the art form of disheveling my patience on a continuous basis--but whom I think I will keep. I have two ferocious shih-tzus... Read More →
avatar for Andy Jensen

Andy Jensen

Educator, Pershing Middle School SDUSD
Lead writer and trainer for AVID's Digital Teaching and Learning - Google, Microsoft, and Foundations trainings, Canvas LMS administrator, expertise in digital note-taking and organization strategies using Google and Microsoft tools.


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 105

1:30pm PDT

ADDED TODAY: Capable Kids: High Tech in Elementary Classrooms
I will present how my students in grades 1-5 have used blogs, Photoshop, video editing, and multitrack recordings in class. The CA State Senate named me 2011 Tech Hero and the work I do with tech and kids has been featured by the US Dept. of Education, KPBS, Edutopia, Ed Week, Ed Source, and the CAG.
Due to high demand, this session is repeated from session 4. 


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
ACD 310 Overflow

1:30pm PDT

iBooks Author for Teachers and Students
You can now convert all of your lessons into reusable digital books. Include all the content, hyperlinks, slide shows, videos, quizzes, and animations into one dynamic, interactive digital iBook. iBooks Author is also perfect for turning your students into published digital authors.

Speakers
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Joe Morris

Technology Integration Special, San Diego Jewish Academy - Independent School


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
ACD 302

1:30pm PDT

Common Core Speaking & Listening on iPads for EL's, World Language & ELA
We will explore the iPad settings and free Apps you can use to facilitate your students mastery of the Common Core Speaking and Listening Standards. We will look at Paperport Notes, Dragon Dictation, Audioboo2, Book Creator, as well as Screencasting and Video Apps. Bring your iPad and your voice.

Speakers
avatar for Leigh Murrell

Leigh Murrell

Instructional Coach, Academia Cotopaxi
Instructional Coach, It Integration, Teacher, iPad enthusiast, photowalker, Spanish Teacher, geeky and nerdy.


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 104

1:30pm PDT

Shifting and Shaking the Common Core
The Common Core is upon us. How does it REALLY differ from what we have been doing all along? How can you design professional development that not only addresses the content areas but also integrates technology? Find out the answer to these and your other Common Core questions in this session.

Speakers
KS

Kristina Spencer

Professional Development Specialist, Common Core Integration Consulting
avatar for Tony Spittell

Tony Spittell

Professional Learning Consultant, Discovery Education
Tony Spittell is a Professional Learning Consultant specializing in Discovery Education, STEM/STEAM, and effective instructional strategies. He holds a Master's Degrees in Educational Multimedia from Cal Poly Pomona and a Master's Degree in Educational Administration from the University... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mark 125

1:30pm PDT

Programming with Scratch
Scratch is a free, fun and powerful programming tool created for young people. In this presentation, participants with no programming experience will learn to create and share their own interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art using Scratch.

Speakers
avatar for Scott Moss

Scott Moss

Instructional Technology Outreach Coordinator, Los Angeles County Office of Education
Scott has worked in K-12 education for 30 years and in higher education for 20 years. He has taught at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. Scott currently works as an Instructional Technology Outreach Coordinator at the Los Angeles County Office of Education. Scott also... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 1:30pm - 2:15pm PDT
ACD 211

2:30pm PDT

A Grab Bag of AWESOME: Apps, Common Core & Student-Guided Assessment
The Common Core calls upon us to put students in the driver's seat. This session will provide multiple samples of student-guided and student-choice activities and projects that are open-ended and which model the Common Core testing environment, all of which utilize free web apps to enhance engagement.

Speakers
avatar for Tiffani Brown

Tiffani Brown

Vice Principal, Santee School District
@SanteeSchDist, JH Teacher, SDCUE VP, Jet Setter, Google Trainer, Edtech Jedi, let's talk about Star Wars.


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Mark 106

2:30pm PDT

Engaging Writers with Online Collaboration Using Moodle Forums
This session will describe how the presenter uses Moodle Forums to increase, improve, and stimulate collaboration on writing projects both in and out of the classroom. Students track their progress through peer review both onsite and across the district.

Speakers
avatar for Stacy Roberts

Stacy Roberts

8th grade Math Teacher, Santee School District, Cajon Park School
I am a lifelong thinker and doer. I love the out of doors, inciting small riots about debatable topics in my classroom, and books. I run for my sanity, climb to keep my edge and play with my kids to keep me young. I am passionate about writing as an art form to convey powerful ideas... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
ACD 306

2:30pm PDT

Technology in an English Classroom
Love technology, but not sure how to integrate it effectively and with purpose into your English classroom? This presentation will give novices ideas for tech programs and apps to support classroom management, content, Common Core standards and student-produced projects.

Speakers
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Christina Bailleul

Administrator, Cathedral Catholic High School
I have been an educator for 22 years (20 as an English teacher and 2 as an administrator). I'm entering my third year as the Dean of Academics. I have loved my time at Cathedral Catholic over the last 14 years. However, I have seen increased issues for our students: more stress/anxiety... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Mark 306

2:30pm PDT

Using Technology and Project Based Learning to SPICE up your curriculum!
"Make learning exciting and meaningful to your students using a Project Based Learning template and a variety of iPad apps! A Science project ""Newton's 100"" will be used to demonstrate how to incorporate these strategies to get your students collaborating and using critical thinking skills."

Speakers
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Jennifer Rolf

teacher, Pepper Drive
avatar for Cindi Schulze

Cindi Schulze

Teacher, Carlton Oaks
I am a 7/8 teacher at Carlton Oaks School in Santee. I am always looking for ways to inspire and engage my students through project-based learning, design thinking, &/or STEAM. I am passionate about bringing science and technology alive for my students. I am married to an amazing... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Mark 105

2:30pm PDT

First Graders Using Augmented Reality
Do you want to make your student's work come to life (literally)? Join a 1st grade class as we begin our journey using Augmented Reality app, Aurasma, in literacy and science.

Speakers
HM

Heather McCrimmon

Teacher, Felicita Elementary School - Escondido Union School District


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
ACD 305
  1:1 iPod School

2:30pm PDT

Differentiation Made Easy: Common Core Instruction in Math and ELA
Readiness for Common Core. Our proven content is fully indexed by CC Standards and powered by technology that works for teachers. Multiple grade levels let you scaffold instruction, instruction, with selections that cater to individual learning needs. Readiness supports your CC initiatives!

Speakers
ME

Matt Eastman

Consultant


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
ACD 205
  Commercial  SMART

2:30pm PDT

WATI's UP?
WATI (Wisconsin Assistive Technology Information) is an incredible resource for General Education and Special Educators who need help finding resources to assist student learning. Extensive lists of resources for exceptional learning needs are addressed in this web-resource.

Speakers
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Leslie Mauerman

Lecturer, Special Education, CSU San Marcos - School of Education
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Bonnie Mendenhall

Lecturer, Single and Multiple Subject Programs, CSU San Marcos


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Mark 107

2:30pm PDT

Infographics for Beginners: Practical Ideas for Using Across the Content Areas
Learn how Google Draw can be used in your curriculum to allow creativity, communication, and when used in groups or pairs, collaboration. In addition, the presenter will share strategies for helping students apply critical thinking skills in their research leading to the identification and selection of appropriate content for digital posters.

Speakers
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June Richards

Teacher, Rio Seco Middle School
Teacher, Rio Seco


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Mark 310

2:30pm PDT

Making Digital Connections to the Common Core
How do you handle the increased rigor and text complexity of Common Core while at the same time providing Digital Connections to all your students. This session will show you how to do both! Learn how simple additions to your instruction can make you a Common Core superstar!

Speakers
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Kristina Spencer

Professional Development Specialist, Common Core Integration Consulting
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Tony Spittell

Professional Learning Consultant, Discovery Education
Tony Spittell is a Professional Learning Consultant specializing in Discovery Education, STEM/STEAM, and effective instructional strategies. He holds a Master's Degrees in Educational Multimedia from Cal Poly Pomona and a Master's Degree in Educational Administration from the University... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
Mark 125
  Recorded Spotlight

2:30pm PDT

The Power of QR Codes in the Primary Classroom
Have you heard of QR codes? Maybe even have tried them in your classroom? Join us and discover some powerful uses of QR codes to promote learning autonomy. Learn how to create an independent listening library in your classroom by recording your own books that can be listened to on iPods or iPads.

Speakers
MT

Michael Tillyer

Teacher, Grades: 4, Reidy Creek School - Escondido USD


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
ACD 211

2:30pm PDT

Google Forms: Letting the Power of Dynamic Data Transform Your Classroom
This session will explore some classroom applications for Google Forms including self-grading quiz, an automatic emailing post conference or observation form, and some ways to present data and utilize real-time polls and surveys as formative assessment during a lesson.

Speakers
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Allen Teng

Principal, Mann Middle School - San Diego Unified


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
ACD 317
  SMWP

2:30pm PDT

Write On With iPads!
This workshop will detail the Writer's Workshop model, showing how iPads are implemented into all stages of Writer's Workshop model: generating ideas, developing seed ideas, drafting, revision, editing, and publishing on documents, electronic books, podcasts, and digital stories.\n

Speakers
avatar for Katy Hammack

Katy Hammack

Curriculum Resource Teacher, PRIDE Academy
This is my 29th year teaching for the Santee School District. I am passionate about using technology in ways that will engage and motivate my students. For the past four years I have taught with 1:1 iPads and iPod Touches. This year, I am one of four curriculum resource teachers... Read More →
RM

Rebecca Meirowitz

Student teacher, PRIDE Academy


Saturday November 2, 2013 2:30pm - 3:15pm PDT
ACD 102
 
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