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Thursday, March 17
 

10:00am

Panel Discussion: The Nuts and Bolts of Going 1:1
Evaluation

We’ll explore field-tested strategies necessary when tech becomes ubiquitous in classrooms, discuss best practices in changing classroom culture, and the mindset needed to evoke change in schools. Simply adding technology, without addressing the culture of teaching and learning is the surest path to failed initiatives. NEW SESSION

Speakers
avatar for Kris Boneman

Kris Boneman

Director of Ed Tech, Bonita Unified School District
1:1, BYOD, IPads, Chromebooks, GAFE, Apps, collaborative tools, etc.
avatar for Jeremy Davis

Jeremy Davis

Executive Director, Technology, Capistrano Unified School District
District has rolled out 24,000 Chromebooks in the last 24 months, and I would be happy to talk to anyone about the implementation process and Professional Development that went into a successful program. We have also adopted Digital Literacy standards and are working to incorporate... Read More →
avatar for Tim Landeck

Tim Landeck

Technology Director, Pajaro Valley Unified School District, CETPA Board Member and CTO Mentor
Technology Director, Pajaro Valley
avatar for John Morgan

John Morgan

Director of Educational Technology, Capistrano Unified School District
Science Teacher for 10 years, EdTech TOSA for 1 year, Director of EdTech for 2. I have a doctorate in education from UCSD in Teaching and Learning with a focus in technology use in the classroom. I do what I love and love what I do. Always a pleasure working with other educators who... Read More →
TM

Tom Murray

avatar for Eric Patnoudes

Eric Patnoudes

Director of Strategic Initiatives, Otus
Director of Strategic Initiatives at OtusK. Former Education Strategist at CDW•G and previously a teacher, instructional technologist, and adjunct, but always an educator. Co-Founder ConnectIT Blog @Edtech_K12.
avatar for Leslie Wagonseller

Leslie Wagonseller

Director IT and Education Services, Lompoc Unified School District

Thursday March 17, 2016 10:00am - 11:00am
Pueblo AB, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 1 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

12:30pm

Lead Wild to be Future Ready
Evaluation
While some principles of strong leadership are timeless, braver leaders with creative solutions are a must in Future Ready schools. Consider how you can ‘lead wild’ to maximize opportunities and resources for students and staff within and beyond the walls of your school. New Session
Speakers
avatar for Kathy Melton

Kathy Melton

Principal, Lowell Elementary School, Community Unit School District 200
Kathy currently serves as the principal of Community Unit School District 200's Lowell Elementary School in the western suburbs of Chicago. Prior to that, she served as an elementary principal, junior high school assistant principal and an elementary school assistant principal in... Read More →
avatar for Jodi Moskowitz

Jodi Moskowitz

Innovation & Technology Coach, Fulton County Schools
Innovation & Technology Coach Fulton County Schools Atlanta, Georgia http://jodimoskowitz.com

Thursday March 17, 2016 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plaza Ballroom CD, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 2 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Future Ready

2:00pm

Gamify learning w/ Breakout Edu!
Evaluation
Breakout EDU creates engaging learning games for all learners. Participants learn about teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, and collaboration to problem-solve puzzles. Breakouts can be used with students to teach any academic subject. Experience a Breakout EDU game and take back the knowledge to your sites! NEW SESSION
Speakers
AF

Ariana Flewelling

avatar for Steve Kong

Steve Kong

Riverside Unified School District
CM

Caryn Mcloughlin


Thursday March 17, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plaza Ballroom AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 3 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

2:00pm

Integrated Computing and STEM Education in the 21st Century
Evaluation
This workshop presents the UC Davis C- STEM program with innovative CTE and Common Core standards compliant curriculum for integrating computing in C/C++ and robot programming into formal K-12 STEM education. New Session
Speakers
CC

Calvin Chen


Thursday March 17, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Madera, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 3 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

2:00pm

Using Digital Media to Stimulate Thinking and Writing
Evaluation
Increase sentence strength with word choice and details. Develop characters, setting, and plot. Visualizing a subject sparks imagination. Use Google / resources to teach writing skills, promote collaboration, and publish writing. UPDATED TIME AND ROOM
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Speakers
BB

Bliss Boesch

avatar for Joanna Conrado

Joanna Conrado

Teacher / Tech Coach, Ballico Cressey School District
Technology and Curriculum Coach at Ballico Cressey School District. Master in Educational Technology through Boise State. Love connecting with other teachers and sharing ideas about tech integration within the elementary setting. jconrado@ballicocressey.com @paaperlessclass w... Read More →
MZ

Mariel Zamora


Thursday March 17, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Horizon Ballroom 2, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Diverse Learners Symposium DLS

3:30pm

An Invitation to Inspiring Spaces
Evaluation
Are you trying to make your room more collaborative and active but finding out that you are battling your classroom. Join in on an adventure to try to improve the most neglected thing in education... the Classroom. Explore what Laguna Beach USD has pioneered through a research, visitation and testing model. NEW SESSION
Speakers
MM

Michael Morrison


Thursday March 17, 2016 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Madera, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 4 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

3:30pm

Interactive Multimedia Maker Projects with HyperDuino
Evaluation
Learn how to create Interactive Maker multimedia classroom projects connecting physical models to videos, websites or Youtube on computers, laptops, or tablets using HyperDuino. New Session
Speakers
avatar for Diann Kueny

Diann Kueny

Digital Arts CTE Teacher, IDEA Center High School

Thursday March 17, 2016 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tapestry Room, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 4 - Concurrent Session, Addendum
 
Friday, March 18
 

10:15am

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to 1:1 Deployments
Evaluation
Every journey requires a great guide, this is the 1:1 guide for California. Walk away ready to enhance your program, from policy to procedures, parent handouts to student expectations.
Speakers
RC

Robert Craven


Friday March 18, 2016 10:15am - 11:15am
Madera, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 5 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:30pm

An Hour of Code.org K-5 Foundational Computer Science
Evaluation
Join us for a fun hands-on session on foundational computer science highlighting the Code.org elementary and middle school curriculum and resources. Presenter Resources NEW SESSION 
Speakers
avatar for Kathy Gligo

Kathy Gligo

Categorical Program Facilitator, Cajon Valley Union School District
#passionateCode.orgeducator
avatar for Liz Loether

Liz Loether

Coordinator of Educational Technology, Cajon Valley School District, El Cajon
#Awesome Resources: http://bit.ly/cuecode
avatar for Steve Zanotti

Steve Zanotti

Instructional Technologist, LAUSD & Code.org
Steve is an Instructional Technologist with LAUSD. While it existed, he was a TOSA for the Instructional Technology, 1 to 1 initiative. which supported the instructional and professional growth needs of administrators, students, and teacher. He has 20 years of classroom experience... Read More →

Friday March 18, 2016 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Tapestry Room, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 6 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:30pm

Five Things Your Administration NEEDS to do BEFORE Going 1:1
Evaluation
Is your school or district gearing up for a 1:1 implementation next year or talking about whether they should do one? Are you an administrator who is curious or worried about how to successfully get things off the ground? Having seen and been a part of multiple 1:1 implementations, I have seen the good, the bad, and the ugly of school technology. Discussion will focus on the five primary areas for developing a solid foundation for a 1:1 program in order to build and successfully move forward in the future. UPDATED SPEAKER

Presenter Resources
Speakers
avatar for John Patten

John Patten

Director of Technology, Sylvan Union School District
John started teaching in 1991 at Lincoln Elementary School in San Bernardino, California. He has been a TOSA, Technology Coordinator, and is currently the Director of Technology for the Sylvan Union School District in Modesto, CA. He is passionate about learning, and empowering students... Read More →

CUE 2016 Going 1 to 1 pdf
Friday March 18, 2016 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Plaza Ballroom AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 6 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Admin

2:00pm

Leadership Reform + Grassroots Innovation = Empowered Classrooms
Evaluation
This session explores how giving administrators the tools to support and understand the modern classroom while giving teachers permission to take instructional risks can change everything.
UPDATED SPEAKER
Presenter Resources
Speakers
RH

Reuben Hoffman


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Plaza Ballroom AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 7 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Admin

3:30pm

CANCELED Own It: Facilitating Ownership of Online Identities in Middle School
Evaluation
We know that fear motivates people, but that’s not necessarily the best option for teaching middle school students to take responsibility for their online identity. Let’s empower them instead.
Speakers
JF

Jennifer Flood

KM

Kacy Mitchell


Friday March 18, 2016 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Horizon Ballroom 1, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 8 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

3:30pm

Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students PORTS Distance Learning Program
Evaluation
Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students (PORTS) is a California State Parks distance learning program. Visit with us to experience a live videoconference from a California State Park and to learn more about this FREE innovative classroom program. New Session
Speakers
BK

Bradley Krey


Friday March 18, 2016 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Horizon Ballroom 1, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 8 - Concurrent Session, Addendum
 
Saturday, March 19
 

8:30am

CANCELED Walkthroughs and Observations: Evidence of Transformational Learning in K-8 iPad Classrooms
Evaluation
What should I look for in an iPad-enabled classroom to determine the level of technology implementation? What specific evidence could I gather? What does transformational learning look like? If you are asking any of these questions, then join the discussion. We will share photos, video clips, tools, tips, and techniques we use when conducting administrative walkthroughs and observations.
Speakers
avatar for Trisha Callella

Trisha Callella

Director of Educational Technology ? Apple Distinguished Educator, Los Alamitos Unified School District
Passionate about . . . hands-on experiential learning, social entrepreneurship, helping children discover their passions, digital literacy & computer programming, and inspiring the innovators of tomorrow through integrated STEM experiences today. USC Ed.D @shareTED
EK

Erin Kominsky


Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Primrose D, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

8:30am

CANCELED You Can Use Social Media for That? Research Supported Strategies to Engage
Evaluation
Examining the research on social media and learning and learn how you can meet the student learning expectations of your curriculum in an engaging and collaborative way. Social media, with the right supports in place, can extend your curricular boundaries and create an environment where learning for all in an exponential way is attained. Tangible and real examples from classrooms in my school system engaged in Social Media in Education will be shared.
Speakers
avatar for Salima Hudani

Salima Hudani

Director of Educational Technology, Foundations for the Future Charter Academy ( FFCA)
Salima is the Director of Educational Technology for Foundations for the Future Charter Academy in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She is well known for her passion, insight, and enthusiasm for working collaboratively with educators to develop the best possible technology integrated learning... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Palm Canyon Suite AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Diverse Learners Symposium DLS

8:30am

CUE Annual Membership Meeting
This meeting will feature the introduction of Board of Directors officers and 2016 Board candidates. CUE’s Board President will present a review of CUE programs, partnerships and the annual financial report. There will be a discussion of Affiliate and Learning Network activities and ways to get involved in their programs. We will also discuss progress on our Strategic Plan and the future of the organization. The session will end with questions and answers. NEW SESSION

Conference registration not required for this session
Speakers
avatar for Jason Borgen

Jason Borgen

Chief Technology Officer, Santa Cruz County Office of Education
Jason is former director of the the national TICAL project. He spent 3 years as the Director of Learning & Innovation for Portola Valley School District--a K-8 district serving students in the Silicon Valley. Currently he is CTO at the Santa Cruz County Office of Education. Jason... Read More →
RC

Ray Chavez

SM

Suzanne Mitchell

AS

Andrew Schwab


Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Tapestry Room, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

8:30am

Empowering ELLs and Their Parents: Bridging the Language/Digital Divide
Evaluation
Come and hear how Selma Unified School District's middle school uses web-based applications to communicate with ELL parents. Also, experience firsthand how teachers use these applications to effectively reach out to parents. By the end of the workshop, participants will learn and leave with four different free, web-based applications.NEW SESSION
Speakers
avatar for Efrain Tovar

Efrain Tovar

7th Grade ELA Dept. Co-Chair | ​7th Grade ELA | 7th-8th Grade Newcomers/E.L.D., Comp. Sci., Journalism,Tchr., Selma Unified School District
Efraín Tovar is a 7th Academic Block | 7th-8th Grade Newcomers/E.L.D. Teacher at Abraham Lincoln Middle School in Selma, CA. Efraín has 23 years in education ranging from elementary to university. He is a frequent speaker at local, state, national, and international conferences... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Palm Canyon Suite AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

8:30am

iOS 9.3 in Education Preview
Evaluation
Find out what’s new for schools in iOS 9.3 beta, which makes it even easier to get devices in the hands of your students. See how Shared iPad provides a personal learning experience for students using shared devices. Learn how the Classroom app is the new teaching assistant. See how Apple School Manager simplifies and streamlines deployment. And, discover how Managed Apple IDs provide easy access to Apple services. NEW SESSION
Speakers
AD

Apple Distinguished Educators


Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Primrose D, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

8:30am

Labdisc An all-in-one portable wireless laboratory
Evaluation
Introducing Boxlight new STEM tool –– the LABDISC. An all-in-one, wireless laboratory with 15 built in probes for K-12 science. The easiest to use science lab, selected by over 500,000 elementary and middle school students. NEW SESSION
Speakers
DB

Dov Bruker


Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Smoketree F, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

8:30am

Optimize Instructional Power and Satisfaction of Learning Management Systems
Evaluation
This program will explore traits educators should look for when selecting or designing a Learning Management System as well as practical ideas to improve instructional use. NEW ROOM
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Speakers
avatar for Grant Murray

Grant Murray

AP Language and Composition Instructor, California Connections Academy

Saturday March 19, 2016 8:30am - 9:30am
Club, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262
  Session, 9 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

10:00am

Have a #Smashing Good Time with Apps!
Evaluation
iPads are an awesome tool for creating in the classroom, but there isn't one app that does it all. Come learn how to smash apps to make them work for you. New Session
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Williams

Ashley Williams

Teacher on Special Assignment, Reed Union School District
Ashley is a teacher on special assignment. Her goal is to make schools a place where kids want to be, and learn to love learning!

Saturday March 19, 2016 10:00am - 11:00am
Tapestry Room, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 10 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

10:00am

No More, Bland, Blended and Blah, Online Content
Evaluation
Have an LMS or use embedded links? Two online educators will share 10 new tips to spice up online content with a sprinkle of video, audio, and Web 2.0 tools. New Session
Speakers
CS

Cynthia Sistek-Chandler


Saturday March 19, 2016 10:00am - 11:00am
Plaza Ballroom CD, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 10 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

10:00am

Transform Science Learning with PASCO’s Latest Hands-On Technologies
Evaluation
Explore PASCO Scientific’s award-winning science learning environment, offering hands-on, inquiry-based science labs for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science. Integrating the latest standards-based content, probeware, and data collection and analysis software. NEW SESSION
Speakers
RR

Rosario Rodolfo


Saturday March 19, 2016 10:00am - 11:00am
Chino, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 10 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

10:00am

You Plan... iPersonalize - Our History of Gameified Blended Learning Environments
Evaluation
Learn how the FSD personalized learning for students by leveraging technology and gaming. Explore our journey to create immersive learning environments where students are both engaged and learn.NEW ROOM
Speakers
avatar for Mathew Barnett

Mathew Barnett

Director of Educational Services, Fullerton School District
I LOVE adolescent literacy and motivational strategies.Everybody should be reading, talking and writing! To read and write better, read and write more! http://mikeschmoker.com/more-argument.htmlAsk me about AVID, too! It's a great program for ALL students schoolwide! www.avid.org... Read More →
JC

Jason Chong

SC

Susan Chu

PD

Pablo Diaz

avatar for Ann Kozma

Ann Kozma

Educator Innovation Lead, Flipgrid
Ann Kozma is an Educator Innovation Lead on Team Flipgrid. She is passionate about helping others explore how to use technology to redefine teaching and learning. Ann is a member of the Apple Distinguished Educator Class of 2015, Leading Edge Certified as a Professional Learning... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 10:00am - 11:00am
Club, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262
  Session, 10 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:00pm

CANCELED Using Google Apps for Education (#GAFE) to Support English-Language Learners
Evaluation
Find ways that #GAFE Google Apps for Education, can make life simpler to support English-language learners. This session will show examples of teacher tried and tested apps, extensions and add-ons as well as built in tools in Google that support English-language learning in the classroom.
Presenter Resources
Speakers
avatar for Salima Hudani

Salima Hudani

Director of Educational Technology, Foundations for the Future Charter Academy ( FFCA)
Salima is the Director of Educational Technology for Foundations for the Future Charter Academy in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She is well known for her passion, insight, and enthusiasm for working collaboratively with educators to develop the best possible technology integrated learning... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Santa Rosa, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:00pm

Digital Data
Evaluation
Don't miss the most powerful feature of tablets - mobility. Gain insights into free device-neutral apps students can use to collect and analyze data in the field. Presenter Resources  NEW SESSION
Speakers
avatar for Clint Cornfield

Clint Cornfield

Digital Learning Specialist, Monterey Bay Aquarium

Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm Canyon Suite AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:00pm

How Google Classroom Transformed My Life: A Teacher's Perspective
Evaluation
It just works! Learn how Google Classroom streamlines communication among teachers and students, simplifies distribution of assignments and collection of student work, and promotes collaboration inside and outside the classroom. NEW ROOM
Presenter Resources
Speakers
avatar for Teresa Ozoa

Teresa Ozoa

University HS English Teacher, Irvine Unified SD
Teacher of British Lit, rhetoric and writing, 2015 UHS Teacher of the Year, CUE Lead Learner, Google Certified Innovator and Educator Level 2, UCI Writing Project Teacher/Consultant, lapsed lawyer, wife, mother, singer, surfer, knitter, reader, writer, scifi geek and cosplayer... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Club, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:00pm

How to Close the Opportunity Gap for Underrepresented Students using Computer Science
Evaluation
Learn about recent policy changes to teacher credential authorizations in computer science. Explore ways that curriculum and professional development programs help increase teaching and learning opportunities for underrepresented students in computer science. New Session
Speakers
avatar for Julie Flapan

Julie Flapan

Director, CSforCA and Computer Science Equity Project, UCLA
Education Inequality and Statewide Change

Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tapestry Room, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:00pm

Techniques, Tactics, & Tools that support English Language Learners
Evaluation
Learn helpful strategies & unhelpful practices for English language learners. This session will show examples of teacher tried and tested apps, extensions and add-ons as well as built in tools in Google and beyond that support English-language learning in the classroom.NEW SESSION
Speakers
avatar for Martin Cisneros

Martin Cisneros

Academic Technology Specialist, Santa Clara County Office of Education
Martin Ricardo Cisneros (@TheTechProfe) is an Academic Innovation Specialist, speaker, GeekDad, TechJedi, and SuperMariachi, from Silicon Valley! In his position at the Santa Clara County Office of Education (Innovation.sccoe.org), Martin develops and facilitates professional learning... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Santa Rosa, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

12:00pm

The Voice! Building Language and Literacy with iPads
Evaluation
This hands-on session utilizes iPads to support best practices for oral language development and writing. Teachers will infuse technology with strategies including Response Frames, Academic Vocabulary, GLAD Strategies, and technology. UPDATED SPEAKER
Presenter Resources
Speakers
JA

John Albert

CB

Carrie Bauer

MB

Miranda Bauman


Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Horizon Ballroom 2, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Diverse Learners Symposium DLS

12:00pm

What Should Come First, Training or Professional Development?
Evaluation

Come explore the ultimate chicken or the egg conundrum in education: Training, the HOW, a user manual for Google Apps/Microsoft. Professional development/learning, the WHY, a pedagogical examination of how we leverage the affordances of edtech to provide learning opportunities that didn’t otherwise exist. NEW SESSION

Speakers
avatar for Eric Patnoudes

Eric Patnoudes

Director of Strategic Initiatives, Otus
Director of Strategic Initiatives at OtusK. Former Education Strategist at CDW•G and previously a teacher, instructional technologist, and adjunct, but always an educator. Co-Founder ConnectIT Blog @Edtech_K12.

Saturday March 19, 2016 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Mesquite B, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 11 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

1:30pm

Bringing 3D Printing into the Common Core and NGSS Classroom
Evaluation
This session will focus on explaining the many applications of 3D printing and how Common Core and NGSS content can be addressed. Unit and project examples will be given to attendees. UPDATED SPEAKERS
Presenter Resources
Speakers
CB

Clark Barnett

CH

Corey Howard


Saturday March 19, 2016 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Madera, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 12 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

1:30pm

Driving the Connected Learning Classroom
Evaluation
The E-rate funding program is in full swing however the many forms and processes can be confusing. Do you need some help understanding the E-rate process? In this presentation, you’ll learn everything you need to know about the new E-rate program. NEW SESSION
Speakers
JJ

Jeff Jennings


Saturday March 19, 2016 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Pueblo AB, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 12 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, Commercial

1:30pm

Gamify Professional Development with Digital Badges
Evaluation
Hook your teachers with gamified professional development with digital badges. Participants will briefly learn the how-to’s of creating and managing a learning group, then will create their own learning group and add their first badge. NEW ROOM
Presenter Resources
Speakers
avatar for Mari Venturino

Mari Venturino

Teacher & Blended Learning Specialist, Mar Vista Academy
Mari Venturino is a 7th grade science and AVID teacher at Mar Vista Academy in San Diego, CA. She is a Google For Education Certified Trainer and Innovator, a Google Certified Educator Levels 1 & 2, Apple Teacher, Leading Edge Certified in Online and Blended Instruction, and a National... Read More →

Saturday March 19, 2016 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Club, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262
  Session, 12 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

1:30pm

Google Migration Toolkit for Schools
Evaluation
Thinking about going Google? We have the toolkit for you. Join us as we share our model that is customized for users from Outlook/Groupwise to Google with a heavy emphasis on using Google throughout the migration as the training platform. UPDATED SPEAKER
Presenter Resources
Speakers
JK

Jim Klein

BS

Bryan Starr


Saturday March 19, 2016 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Primrose C, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 12 - Concurrent Session, Addendum, IT

1:30pm

Lead Wild! Admins: Wake Up!
Evaluation
Time to lead wild! Sick of being in your office? Learn how to better connect with students, have fun with your team, and build the school community you’ve dreamed of leading.
Speakers
AF

Amy Fadeji


Saturday March 19, 2016 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Mojave Learning Center, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 12 - Concurrent Session, Addendum

1:30pm

Shining a Spotlight on Student Creativity: The California Student Media Festival
Evaluation
This session will highlight creative winning projects from the California Student Media Festival, detail how to enter your students' work, and showcase free resources for creating media in the classroom.UPDATED SPEAKER
Presenter Resources
Speakers
ML

Mike Lawrence

CZ

Christine Zirneklis


Saturday March 19, 2016 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Andreas, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 12 - Concurrent Session, Addendum