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Friday, March 18
 

12:30pm PDT

Video Projects Made Easy
Video projects can be used to communicate, demonstrate learning, and help students practice skills required to collaborate with peers. Teach your students to plan, organize, and create great video projects in a short time frame. This is a double session.
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avatar for Kathleen Diver

Kathleen Diver

Science teacher, Chaffey Joint Union High School District
I teach 9th grade students how to do science. I love helping other teachers to learn to incorporate technology tools into their lessons- to make things easier for record keeping and giving their students creative ways to demonstrate their learning.


Friday March 18, 2016 12:30pm - 3:00pm PDT
Mesquite B, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

'Peer'ing into Collaboration with Google Apps
This session will guide teachers through the process of developing Peer Review tools for a variety of different assignments using Google Apps for Education.
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avatar for Kyle Brumbaugh

Kyle Brumbaugh

Director of Technology and Innovation, Redwood City School District
EdTech Evangelist / Guerrilla Learner - Google for Education Certified Innovator - CommonSenseMedia Trainer - Leading Edge Certified Trainer/Developer


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Sierra/Ventura, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

20 Tech Tools to Make Your Teaching Life Easier
Learn how we use 20 of our favorite (FREE) tech tools make instruction, administrative tasks, and teacher training and support easier. See how you can work smarter, not harder! Presenter Resources

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avatar for Brooke Ahrens

Brooke Ahrens

Director of Educational Innovation, NDSJ
Brooke Carey Ahrens works as the Director of Educational Innovation at Notre Dame High School, San Jose.  Her career in education began over 15 years ago as middle school English and social studies teacher. Interests in student engagement and literacy led her to pursue an MA in Education... Read More →
avatar for Melanie Duffin

Melanie Duffin

Computer Science Teacher, Notre Dame High School


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Mojave Learning Center, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

21st-Century Note-Taking Revisited
Digital focused-notes creates a living document with which students interact. Participants will leave with the ability to implement an important strategy utilizing digital tools in their classroom.
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David Allen

Teacher, Garden Grove Unified
avatar for Adrian Lucero

Adrian Lucero

Assistant Principal, Garden Grove USD


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Madera, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

A Day in the Life of an Ed Tech TOSA
A deeper dive into the world of an Educational Technology TOSA. From setting up support systems, building PLNs, developing materials, providing PD, and keeping a positive attitude during stressful times.
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avatar for Dr. Maricela Hernandez

Dr. Maricela Hernandez

English Learner and Migrant Coordinator, Coachella Valley Unified School District


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Woodstock Ballroom 3, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Accessibility Features in Mobile Devices – Support Your BYOD Movement!
By law, mobile devices must include support for persons with vision, hearing, learning, physical, and motor disabilities. For example, did you know that you could set your device to read a selection of text to you? Did you know that you could limit student access to just one app? In this session, participants will “speed date” through the accessibility features offered on iOS9 and Android-based devices.

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avatar for Chris Wenger

Chris Wenger

Speech Pathologist, Chaffey Joint Union High School District


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Palm Canyon Suite AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Augmented Reality in the Elementary Classroom and Beyond
In this session, participants can expect to learn ways that teachers are currently using Augmented Reality in the classroom to create highly engaging 21st-century projects and ways that you can incorporate it into your classroom tomorrow.
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Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Santa Rosa, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Beginning Blogging: Mastering the Basics
Want to to start a professional teaching blog? This session will equip you with the power to start your own teaching blog in a step-by-step tutorial. From starting on Blogger or Wordpress to engaging your audience, you'll learn all the tips and tricks to creating an exciting new blog!
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avatar for Arisbeth Rossi

Arisbeth Rossi

Teacher, Redondo Beach Unified School District
I'm thrilled to be presenting at CUE 2016 this year! My session will equip you with the power to start your own teaching blog in a step-by-step tutorial.


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Catalina, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Best Practices for Certification Success
This session will cover best practices for certification including pathway/learning material and information that is helpful in a successful certification program for the classroom.

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avatar for Francie Stuart

Francie Stuart

Certiport
Hello, my name is Francie Stuart.I have been with Certiport for 9 years as a Territory Manager for Southern California.We partner with Microsoft, Adobe, Intuit and Autodesk as well as many more software applicationcompanies to offer globally recognized industry certifications for... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Chino, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 7 - Concurrent Session, Commercial

2:00pm PDT

Changing the Face of IT
IT departments have to undergo transformational change as they adapt to an educational focus based on Common Core Standards and 1:1 learning environments. Learn how CVUSD completed this shift.
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avatar for Dr. Darryl Adams

Dr. Darryl Adams

Vice President - Equal Opportunity Schools - Retired Superintendent, Equal Opportunity Schools
Dr. Darryl Adams career in education spans more than 35 years. He has served as a teacher, human resource specialist, middle school administrator, high school principal, director and assistant superintendent of Human Resources, head of negotiations and strategic planning, and 6 years... Read More →
avatar for Edward Simoneau

Edward Simoneau

Ed Tech Coordinator, Coachella Valley Unified School District
As a teacher, Edward Simoneau used Minecraft to have students redesign their school. Edward then used his passion to serve within Coachella Valley USD as Ed Tech Coordinator. Edward has a major role in the district's management of over 18,000 student iPads. In addition to device deployment... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Primrose C, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Creating Access for Students with Moderate-Severe Disabilities with Technology Part 2
Students with moderate-severe disabilities benefit from the integration of technology to support instruction and social skill development. Presenters will share the process for implementation, accessible curriculum and apps, and best practices. Part 2

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avatar for JAMES KOONTZ

JAMES KOONTZ

Coordinator, Transition Services, SP ED ADMIN SERVCS
Supporting students with a wide range of abilities.


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Tapestry Room, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Design Thinking: A Road Map
Experience the Design Thinking Process from the d.school Institute of Design at Stanford University. Use your iPad and a drawing app to develop purpose and fresh ideas for any project, from makerspaces, to STEAM labs, and more!

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Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Primrose D, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Google Draw: Let Students SHOW What They Know
Infographics are great tools for information literacy -- even better when your students make them. Learn how to use Google Draw to assess your students in a fun way.

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avatar for Geri Coats

Geri Coats

Tech coordinator at HS on Central Coast of CA, former English Teacher, lover of ed tech and looking to the future! Santa Barbara CUE President


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Woodstock Ballroom 2, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Innovative Practices with Discovery Education Board Builder
From facilitating best instructional practices with boards that enable a flipped classroom or centers-based instruction, to cultivating divergent thinking with student-created boards, this session will explore different examples of teacher and student boards, and will challenge participants to employ new approaches with this exciting, interactive tool.


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Technology Training Room A/B, Palm Springs USD 980 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, California 92262

2:00pm PDT

It's a Great Big Digital World Out There
Digital safety is more important now than ever before. You will learn a blended learning approach to teaching digital citizenship with the use of tools offered from a variety of sources that infuse this important subject into everyday teaching.
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avatar for Debbie Dotson

Debbie Dotson

Regional Manager and Tech Integration Specialist, Boxlight Inc
I am passionate about infusing technology into the classroom! As a Google Certified Educator, I'm in Loogle (love + Google), and a Certified Technology Integration Specialist, former Common Sense Media Certified Trainer, and former Microsoft Innovative Educator. My goals include designing... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Horizon Ballroom 1, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Leadership Reform + Grassroots Innovation = Empowered Classrooms
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.
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Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Plaza Ballroom AB, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Making iOS Devices into a Serious Video Tool in Every Class!
A showcase and guiding presentation of utilizing iOS devices as serious tools for video across the curriculum. Includes best practices and guidance to setting up devices for high quality capture, editing, effect, as well as 21st-century learning integration.

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avatar for Jon Ruffridge

Jon Ruffridge

Instructional Specialist, Educational Technology, Orange Unified School District
Apple Teacher / Apple Certified Professional, Creative Apps / Ozobot Certified Educator / Microsoft Innovative Educator


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Woodstock Ballroom 1, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

My Google Classroom
Hear presentations directly from Google Innovators on how they are integrating Google tools and other technology into their classrooms to make their classes more interactive and engaging for their students. We’ll have Innovators across various subjects and grade levels as well, so there will be something for everyone!


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Smoketree F, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Providing Quality Feedback with OneNote
Providing students with timely, quality feedback is one of the single most important factors for improving student learning. See how you can utilize built‐in features within OneNote to easily guide students through assignments, scaffold learning opportunities and provided quality feedback to immediately enhance the level of understanding and clarify misconceptions. Use Inking and draw features to script fluidly over any existing file, or add audio to simply say what you mean. Better yet, embed a quick video tutorial on the student page for immediate, anytime assistance! Increase the quality of your feedback, and watch as students rise to the occasion!


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Smoketree ABC, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

State and Federal Legislation – What Is the Status for Ed Tech?
This session will focus on legislation related to education and information technology. Updates will be provided on chaptered and pending legislation as well as major state and national initiatives.

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avatar for John Fleischman

John Fleischman

John Fleischman is Assistant Superintendent of Technology Services at the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE) and is responsible for all of SCOE’s information and educational technology operations. He possesses an extensive background with creating and implementing informational... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Andreas, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

STEAMing through the Months: It's Elementary
Hands-on STEM projects for student scientists, technologists, engineers, makers, and poets – integrated around monthly-themed holidays and celebrations. Experience classroom activities that are calendar-themed. Go home with many useful classroom resources.
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Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Mesquite EF, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

STEM Learning for 1st-3rd with LEGO Education WeDo!
WeDo is a hands-on tool that combines the joy of LEGO building with easy-to-use technology and supports essential lessons in programming, science, technology, engineering, math, and literacy. Designed specifically for elementary learners, WeDo engages all students, challenging them to create, test, observe, and explain projects while collaborating with others through building and programming working models.

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David Calkins

LEGO Education produces total solutions for preschool, K-12, and after-school programs. Kits include teacher materials, curriculum, and student worksheets. We help teachers to use theme-based kits as essential tools that engage students, challenging their creativity with a multidisciplinary... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Mesquite C, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Students and Social Media: Tweeting for NGSS and the Common Core
Bring social media into the classroom to engage high school students in discussing current events, deepen understanding of science and engineering concepts, and broaden critical thinking and literacy skills.

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avatar for Andrea Aust

Andrea Aust

Senior Manager, Science Education, KQED
I love working with educators to bring media and technology into classrooms in fun and exciting ways for students. I taught environmental science and marine biology for 10 years before landing at KQED. Ask me about KQED Teach and KQED Learn!


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
San Jacinto, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
  Session, 7 - Concurrent Session, Commercial

2:00pm PDT

The Next Generation of Measuring Up Live
Learn about exciting revisions to Measuring Up print and digital programs, making cost-effective, standards mastery and practice solutions available for ALL California students.

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avatar for Wendy Brown

Wendy Brown

Director of Product Management & Implementation, Mastery Education



Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Pueblo AB, Renaissance Hotel 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Uncommon Creativity
Common Core Standards call for educators to foster collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking. We’ll showcase 4C lessons that will excite, engage, and elevate your students to uncommon levels.
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avatar for Tammy Dunbar

Tammy Dunbar

teacher, Manteca Unified School District
Tammy Brecht Dunbar, M.Ed., S.T.E.M. teaches 5th grade in Manteca (CA) Unified, is the 2020 NCCE Closing Keynote and is a 2018-2019 Fulbright Teachers for Global Classrooms Fellow. She was named 2016 California Woman of the Year, Assembly District 12, won the 2018 ISTE Literacy PLN... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Smoketree DE, PSCC 277 North Avendia Caballeros Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Use Open Badges in Your Class Next Week!
Open Badges transform classrooms by motivating and credentialing students’ learning. Attendees will experience the excitement of badging with Badgelist and create digital badges to use in their classroom.
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Linda McClure

Tech Coordinator/Computer Teacher, Long Beach Unified School District
Twitter @lindamcclure I teach technology at a tech magnet middle school in Long Beach. I teach code, 3D design/printing, graphics, web design, and all other wonderful things tech!
avatar for Kari Milton

Kari Milton

Computer Teacher, LBUSD
I am a middle school computer teacher teaching digital movie making, audio production, basic JavaScript, web development (html/css), computer aided drafting, and office technology. I Love to travel and learn about other cultures. I have given various educational presentations on technology... Read More →


Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Club, Hard Rock Hotel 150 South Indian Canyon Dr Palm Springs CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

Using Google Chrome to Support Diverse Learners
Google Chrome is an excellent tool to help Diverse Learners be successful in school. A variety of tools will be demonstrated during the presentation.

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Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Horizon Ballroom 2, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262

2:00pm PDT

What Does an Innovator in a School/District Look Like?
Does your school create a culture of innovation for all students? What characteristics are common among innovators? Come hear what innovators are doing nationwide to make schools that work for kids!

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avatar for Thomas C. Murray

Thomas C. Murray

Director of Innovation, Future Ready Schools
Tom serves as the Director of Innovation for Future Ready SchoolsⓇ, a Project of the Alliance for Excellent Education, located in Washington, D.C. He has testified before the United States Congress and works alongside that body and the US Senate, the White House, the US Department... Read More →



Friday March 18, 2016 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Plaza Ballroom CD, Hilton Hotel 400 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262
 


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