#TCEA2015
What's new for me...and you!
Overall impressions of the conference...
This Smore will walk you through my schedule and I will add resources as I have them.
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Session 1: Digital Storytelling
Cooking Up Augmented Storytelling - http://www.techchef4u.com/
Below are some of the apps that we worked with. The augmented experiences are springboards (prompts) to writing opportunities for students.
Think of it like this: AR experience + Creativity App = Student Product
This is a link to the conference materials...
https://www.bulbapp.com/u/cooking-up-augmented-storytelling
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Epic Citadel - Virtual Reality
AR Dinopark
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Session 2: Mac OSX Bootcamp
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Session 3: Pecha Kucha
Pecha Kucha is a presentation style where 20 slides are shown in 20 minutes (one minute per slide). Below are the apps that were used in this session.
Adobe Shape
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Eraser Free
iTunes image
Power Point
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Session 4 - Digital Leadership Academy
Kristen Swanson
1. Learning is fundamentally different in a networked world. The takeaway from this was "take back control of your own learning."
2. Effective Professional Development in a networked world is built from relationships.
3. Networked learning is messy, but it has a framework
The take away: user-generated learning - curation, reflections, contribution
Digital Leadership Breakout Sessions
SEM
Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM) is being used at campuses within Region 8. The presenters shared the successes using this model.
image and quote from: http://www.nycschoolhelp.com/blog/2012/1/7/renzulli-and-school-wide-enrichment.html
Using Social Media
Region 7 presenter, Andrew Adams, shared some best practices for using social media.
image: pixabay
Tech Vertical Alignment
#CISDAmazingRace
Be sure to check on this link: http://www.thinglink.com/scene/482584723592314881
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Session 5: Green Screen Apps
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Session 6: Project Based Learning
Authentic Learning: PBL
Teachers from Leander ISD shared how they utilize PBL to keep their students engaged in the learning process.
Session 7: Tips and Tricks - Tammy Worchester Tang
Tammy is a wealth of information. Bookmarking her site is a must!
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Session 8: iTunes U for Professional Development
Definitely check out the resources for Mansfield ISD in iTunes U on your iPad. (most of their courses are private)
(content from the conference is currently not available)