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Monday, January 23, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM


  • Room: Hall D Lobby
  • Session Number: REG
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    Monday, January 23, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM


    • Room: 208
    • Session Number: AL1
    Decades of research from interdisciplinary fields have yielded tremendous insights into the process of learning to read. Yet, only about one-third of fourth graders in the United States are reading with accuracy, understanding, and fluency (NCES, 2019). This has been attributed to the disconnection between the science of reading and... Read More
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    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • English/Language Arts/Reading (including ESL)

    Monday, January 23, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM


    • Room: R1 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W001
    This workshop will show how the implementation of Computer Science and coding can start with your youngest students and build on their knowledge year after year. Starting with basic directional... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: R2 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W002
    This collaborative, hands-on, STEAM-powered SEL workshop focuses on the power of picture books to build the head and heart connection within a makerspace. This session is perfect for library media... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R3 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W003
    In this session, participants will learn how to leverage the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps and Power BI) to engage stakeholders in analyzing program effectiveness. The specific examples included in... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Leadership

    • Room: R4 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W004
    You've got the power to take your newsletters, school posters, videos, and graphics to the next level with Canva for Edu and Adobe Express! See how to maximize the features... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R5 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W005
    Schools around the world are adopting career-oriented, project-based, technology embedded and real world ideas to education. Those spaces recognize the connections between innovative learning and creativity. However, not all schools... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: R6 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W006
    Preparing students with the essential skills for the future requires all educators to create a culture for learning that sparks curiosity and innovation. Bringing STEM into every classroom is essential.... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: R7 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W007
    In this workshop, you will have access to robots creatively designed to have a low barrier of entry to enable our youngest learners engage in computational thinking and programming. Participants... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: R8 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W008
    Adobe Express is an amazing cross device friendly web-based software that will bring out the creative designer in each of your students. We will look at simple strategies for taking... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R9 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W009
    Deploying a successful personalized learning classroom involves a variety of programs, learning experience, and a multitude of teaching strategies. The Personalized Learning Playbook workshop will walk educators through a game... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 333-334
    • Session Number: $W010
    Spend time learning how to create interactive professional learning opportunities for any size or population of educators. During this session, we will build a training session that can be interactive,... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 335-336
    • Session Number: $W011
    In this session, educators will learn how to successfully integrate Schoology into their daily classroom practices and walk away feeling confident in sharing their experiences with others! We will cover... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 338
    • Session Number: $W012
    This session is for leaders who want to cultivate a culture of innovation in their schools. Participants will examine current routines and rituals as well as the foundations necessary for... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 339
    • Session Number: $W013
    Shaped by increased visibility into their children’s learning lives during the pandemic, parents have both new expectations and higher concerns about the use of technology in school. This new environment... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 340-341
    • Session Number: $W014
    This session will guide you through the decision-making process, which involves networking issues. We will discuss topics such as wireless and standard, cloud, infrastructures, bandwidth, purchasing for digital hardware/software, and... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 342
    • Session Number: $W015
    Explore diversity, equity, and inclusion in your role as a CTO or technology leader. Join us in a safe space to discuss the critical responsibility educational leaders assume in this... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Leadership

    • Room: 343
    • Session Number: $W016
    This workshop will dive deep into the complex and changing world of cyber insurance, using real-world insurance policies as a guide. Led by an attorney who often works with these... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 344
    • Session Number: $W017
    Administrators, you've seen how teachers have been using Google Forms, how about you? Come to this session to discover how to make the most of Google forms for your workplace.... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 345
    • Session Number: $W018
    Join us for this panel discussion to discover how Canva for Education can transform learning and empower students. You will hear from innovative district leaders and teachers who utilize Canva... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 346
    • Session Number: $W019
    As we explore different ways students learn, it is important to also provide different ways to demonstrate mastery. STEAM and Project based learning gives students amazing opportunities for this. Using... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 347
    • Session Number: $W020
    Are you looking for engaging ways to provide professional development for your school? Nearpod is a tool that can be utilized to create professional development for your district teams and... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 348
    • Session Number: $W021
    If you haven’t dived into the Wakelet Wave yet, this is the perfect session for you! We will begin by learning how to create a free account and then explore... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 349
    • Session Number: $W022
    We have all of these technology tools and we have students who are all over the map in terms of abilities, motivation, IEPs, 504s, and preferred ways of learning. Putting... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Special Education

    • Room: 350
    • Session Number: $W023
    Robotics, AI and coding are accessible, engaging, ‘game-changing’ learning experiences, offering ALL students the opportunity to explore, participate in meaningful hands-on learning, and experience success, using technology-rich devices. The impact... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 351
    • Session Number: $W024
    Approximately three years ago, circumstances beyond our control gave educators an unprecedented opportunity to rethink what instructional design might look like from the ground up. Now we ask ourselves this... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 353
    • Session Number: $W026
    In the wake of the pandemic, administrators grapple with increased numbers of mental health crises, community discord, and navigating the new digital world. To address these high-level challenges, administrators must... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 354
    • Session Number: $W027
    There are deep connections between Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and technology integration, that when understood and utilized, offer more integrated differentiation and targeted supports for all learners. In classrooms... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Special Education

    • Room: 356
    • Session Number: $W029
    Most educators will tell you that critical thinking and problem solving are some of the most challenging skills to teach in the classroom. Many hypothetical exercises leave students asking, “But... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 357
    • Session Number: $W030
    An introduction to computer science fundamentals for K-5 students plus an overview of the Code.org online curriculum, teacher dashboard, and strategies for teaching "unplugged" classroom activities. Access free Code.org curricula... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    Monday, January 23, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM


    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: COACH SUMMIT
    In partnership with Future Ready Schools, the Coaching summit will be held on Monday, January 23rd from 8:30 -12:30 pm. Explore best practices and coaching strategies, and curate great content... Read More
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    • Special Event (times vary)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 203-205
    • Session Number: CYBER 2
    In partnership with Cyber.org, the Cybersecurity Training will be held on Monday, January 23rd from 8:30 -12:30 pm.  Join us for hands on cybersecurity using an online cloud-based cyber range... Read More
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    • Special Event (times vary)
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 206
    • Session Number: CYBER1
    In partnership with Cyber.org, the Cybersecurity Training will be held on Monday, January 23rd from 8:30 -12:30 pm.  Join us as we dive into the grant funded Cybersecurity Basics course content... Read More
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    • Special Event (times vary)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 210
    • Session Number: LIB SUMMIT
    In partnership with Future Ready Schools, the library Media Specialists Summit will be held on Monday, January 23rd from 8:30 -12:30 pm and hosted by Shannon Miller and her team... Read More
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    • Special Event (times vary)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    Monday, January 23, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE1
    Every student has a superpower; we teachers just have to find the keys to unlock them! This session will analyze how Google Tools holds the key to unlocking students’ creative skills in digital storytelling. Let’s run up the hill together and create ready-to-use activities that will spark engagement. You will... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    Monday, January 23, 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE2
    "I don't need to save time," said no teacher ever! Let's look at how Google Workspace and some awesome digital tools can help us take productivity to the next level.... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 209
    • Session Number: ZM1
    School safety and security is always top of mind, but difficult to achieve. Technology is at the center of any solution, but choices feel endless.  Learn how Howe Schools was... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    Monday, January 23, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE3
    Creating resources in your Google Workspace tools has never been easier. Whipping up a quick visual resource is a breeze with Slides, Docs or Draw, but when do you use... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 209
    • Session Number: ZM2
    Learning spaces are changing; come see how DTEN can be the foundation for flexible learning environments that will have your spaces ready for ever-changing learning demands without new realistate. ...
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    Monday, January 23, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM


    • Room: 208
    • Session Number: AL2
    It is well-documented that children enter school with different levels of mathematics and literacy skills and understanding, hence the growing challenge to help all young students achieve the mastery of... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 231-232
    • Session Number: XXX
    Does your school or district face widespread teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms, or limited access to expanded course offerings? Strategic online learning implementation improves resource management to plug gaps in your... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    Monday, January 23, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM


    • Room: R1 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W031
    We all have access to more information than we can process. We need to learn how to prioritize and digest it, and we also need to support our students and... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R2 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W032
    Students can create incredible change in their community when they feel empowered and are offered authentic learning experiences. Including human-centered, empathy-driven approaches to your library program offers meaningful experiences that... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: R3 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W033
    The digital divide is often defined as, "the gap between those who have access to computers and the internet, and those who do not." This presentation will explore the fact... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R4 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W034
    Create an addiction to learning by enhancing your lessons with game-based activities and video games. Learn the science behind the impact of gaming in the classroom. We will share tools... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R5 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W035
    Microsoft Teams is a terrific tool for supporting both face-to-face instruction and remote learning environments. Let's dive in and learn about all the splendid features below the surface for engaging... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: R6 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W036
    Living in today’s challenging and unprecedented times, social emotional learning is the necessary foundation to transform education as we know it. As the connecting thread to unite and engage all... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R7 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W037
    Are you looking for an innovative way to develop teachers while also recognizing the amazing things they do day in and day out? If so, let me introduce you to... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R8 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W038
    Come learn all the wonders of using curation as an advanced engagement tool for students and teachers. Curation of information is a 21st Century learning process that every student and... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R9 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W039
    Ready to take action? This session will cover strategies for collecting and analyzing data so educators can take action through instructional pivots and interventions. We will focus on formative assessment... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 333-334
    • Session Number: $W040
    Are you an Edtech coach looking for ideas to organize your workflow? Explore all the organizational features of Google Workspace for Education apps and gain tips to level up your... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 335-336
    • Session Number: $W041
    This session will demonstrate how the critical elements of global thinking can be practically embedded into any content for every student in all learning environments. By using the Five-E’s of... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 338
    • Session Number: $W042
    Whether you are a state, district, or school leader planning a roadmap for growth can be a daunting task. There are numerous data points, stakeholders, and needs to take into... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Leadership

    • Room: 339
    • Session Number: $W043
    Let us explore strategies to drive change that creates coordinated, inclusive effective technology systems. Delve into practical tools and resources developed with partner districts to benefit all students, including those... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 340-341
    • Session Number: $W044
    A general assumption in most K-12 districts is that the IT department “owns” cybersecurity from A to Z. However, this is a flawed assumption. Given the increasing threats to technology infrastructure... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 342
    • Session Number: $W045
    An education succeeds when a teacher graduates out of a learner’s life and the learner never graduates form the act of learning. To achieve this, students must master how to... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 343
    • Session Number: $W046
    In this session participants will hear about Indianapolis Public Schools' transformation from a "break/fix" focused IT department to an agile, transformational Digital Strategy department.   FETC Workshops require an additional registration fee... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 344
    • Session Number: $W047
    Ask most people and they know that Canva lets you create beautiful designs but Canva is actually much more than that! There is Canva for Education which is free and... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 345
    • Session Number: $W048
    Google Sheets is not just a tool for crunching numbers. It is a powerful tool for learning, inquiry, exploration, and inspiration in any subject area. In this session we take... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 346
    • Session Number: $W049
    Sketchnoting is a way to make thinking and learning visible. Come learn about how sketchnotes are great for multimodal learning, and helps with retention. Learn hands on how to implement... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 347
    • Session Number: $W050
    Digital bookmaking is a powerful instructional tool that encourages creativity and promotes student voice. In this session coaches will learn the features in Book Creator that allow students to create,... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 348
    • Session Number: $W051
    The Digital Age Teacher podcast was created to share Technology tools and tips, solutions for teaching in the digital age. Marcus and Sara are here to guide you through the... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 349
    • Session Number: $W052
    How can you engage and inspire English Language Learners (ELLs) through technology? Improve reading and writing for all learners—regardless of age or ability—with proven techniques from Microsoft Immersive Reader and... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 350
    • Session Number: $W053
    Adolescents in the 21st century are avid technology users. Attention to the impacts of this use on the adolescent brain has social, emotional, cognitive, and physical brain development implications. Engaging... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 351
    • Session Number: $W054
    As interventions go, the maker movement in schools has enjoyed remarkable staying power. A decade ago, the maker movement arrived in schools with the promise of reinventing education to be... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 352
    • Session Number: $W055
    In many cases existing SEL programs and policies solely focus on the social and emotional support of the learners. While these are critical areas to focus on, they too often... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 353
    • Session Number: $W056
    Students and teachers continue to spend more time than ever before in virtual environments. How does that impact our expectations related to their behaviors while in these environments? During this... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 354
    • Session Number: $W057
    Want the best Professional Development ever, and on your terms? Podcasting can unlock access to top professionals in various fields with the expertise you seek! Learn simple ways to start... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 355
    • Session Number: $W058
    In this interactive and hands-on workshop, you will learn how to turn your ideas into REAL products and BYOA – Build Your Own App. Learn how to empower student entrepreneurs,... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 356
    • Session Number: $W059
    Discover how to effectively integrate technology into any lesson using The Triple E Framework for technology integration! The Triple E Framework is a research backed framework for educators to measure... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 357
    • Session Number: $W060
    Tik Tok can be such an important creation tool for students, but Tik Tok itself might not be the safest way for students to create short informational and bite-sized learning... Read More
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    Monday, January 23, 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE4
    Join Newt Scamander and friends as we take a trip to learn how to effectively & efficiently search Google for the best results. You’ll leave with fantastic search strategies that will help you AND your students save time & energy when searching the vast Internet. ...
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    Monday, January 23, 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE5
    In this session, learn about the little known features hiding in plain sight within your Google Workspace for Education tools that will not only blow your mind but solve some... Read More
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 209
    • Session Number: ZM3
    Zoom's Vision, 5 years out....
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    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    Monday, January 23, 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM


    • Room: 201-202
    • Session Number: CSF1
    Come discover some of the many tools included in Microsoft Teams for Social Emotional Learning and Inclusion. We will be taking a look at Microsoft Reflect which is available for... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 203-205
    • Session Number: CSF4
    Most “technology” in schools compares badly to clay or paint. Computer programming does not. This work seeks to make computer programming a standard part of a young child’s creative play... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 206
    • Session Number: CSF7
    Teaching computer science can sometimes be daunting. By providing ongoing support for the full pathway of free Python courses offered through CMU CS Academy, teachers have multiple opportunities to learn,... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    Monday, January 23, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM


    • Room: 231-232
    • Session Number: CT1
    Creating meaningful connections is vital in teaching virtually and in the classroom. Connecting with students and modeling empathy builds trusting relationships that foster learning and engagement. In this session, join former teacher, social media star, and Teacher in Residence Ms. Sutherd (@kikisutherd) to hear stories, examples, and a few “oh... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Leadership

    Monday, January 23, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM


    • Room: R1 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W061
    With students taking to TikTok, Snap Chat, and Instagram to share their lives we will show the positive aspect of creation and "level up" the classroom with digital tools. In... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R2 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W062
    Create your very own illuminated story using paper, LED stickers, copper tape, and art materials. Learn how to add coded interactivity by programming microcontrollers. Participants must bring a computing device... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R3 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W063
    Want to improve the look and feel of signs, forms or other written communications in your school? Are you in a crunch for time, need a stunning yet informative flyer... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: R4 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W064
    Share your education story through your EDU Social Media Brand. Participants will learn how to create an online presence that amplifies their voice and mission as an educator, administrator, or... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R5 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W065
    Are your students not as engaged as you would like them to be? Could you use a few strategies to further engage your students within the classroom setting? This session... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R6 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W066
    In this workshop, designed to meet both the needs of IT and practitioners, Bruce Umpstead (1Learn), will kick us off by explaining common standards that can be used in order... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R7 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W067
    You use Gmail every day, but do you know all its’ features that can help you be more productive? Beginners, come learn how to use Gmail and all the hidden... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R8 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W068
    Discover amazing and endless possibilities of teaching your students how to create not just consume using an iPad or iPhone as their learning tool with Clips App by Apple. You'll... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R9 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W069
    Increase Student Engagement and Ownership with the twelve easy-to-use elements in a studio learning environment. This hands-on session will break down all twelve elements with the use of interactive learning... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 333-334
    • Session Number: $W070
    When onboarding new-to-building teachers, coaches may feel stressed because onboarding materials and other useful resources often live in many different places. Building a toolkit for these teachers may be a... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 335-336
    • Session Number: $W071
    Attendees will learn how the Seesaw platform is an effective way to assess student achievement. Artifacts that students put into their digital portfolios are sent to the teacher for approval,... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 338
    • Session Number: $W072
    When thinking about bringing technology into the classroom, we often jump first to the technology tools, such as applications and devices. But if we don’t first establish instructional goals needed... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 339
    • Session Number: $W073
    If the recent past taught us anything, it is that effective and impactful leadership is critical for the success of any school system. The ability to create and lead a... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 340-341
    • Session Number: $W074
    This longer session will facilitate participants in starting the process for building a district wide cyber security program. Attendees will walk aware with an initial plan for taking next steps... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 342
    • Session Number: $W075
    Cybersecurity is the #1 priority among technology leaders. Insurance carriers expect more protections before they underwrite school systems. The entire school community wants more confidence in their cybersecurity practice. The... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • District/State/Federal
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 343
    • Session Number: $W076
    Are you new to managing your Google Workspace domain for your school? If so, this session is for you. Come learn from a Google Certified Administrator how best to manage... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 344
    • Session Number: $W077
    No form of technology will impact students' future lives than Artificial Intelligence. The impact on equity is pervasive. Expose students to AI with fun and free resources from Google, Amazon,... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 345
    • Session Number: $W078
    Learn five ways to empower students as they develop skills essential for the future. Explore versatile ideas and digital tools for helping students to navigate in the digital world while... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 346
    • Session Number: $W079
    Do you find giving feedback on student work cumbersome? Tedious? Do say the same thing over and over? As teachers, we must use effective, differentiated feedback to fully guide our... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 348
    • Session Number: $W081
    In this session, coaches will learn how to guide teachers that are new to having 1-to-1 devices in the classroom. Teachers in primary grades may be reluctant to add new... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 349
    • Session Number: $W082
    Learn the science behind effective vocabulary instruction! The field of linguistics (and in particular Language Acquisition) tells us a ton about how learners’ brains process new vocabulary and how we... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 350
    • Session Number: $W083
    Speaker will model how to optimize the use of technology with best practices, to differentiate STEM/STEAM instruction and meet the needs of every K-8 learner. She will emphasize task complexity... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 351
    • Session Number: $W084
    In a world full of new technological tools coming at us from all angles, how can we have an impact on our students’ learning processes that prepare them for work... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 352
    • Session Number: $W085
    Slideshows are beneficial for providing direct instruction and sometimes guiding the flow of your class period. However, it's time to ramp up those already existing presentations into active learning tools... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 353
    • Session Number: $W086
    Discover the eight basic principles for conducting successful interviews and building positive relationships with the media from a 27-year industry veteran. In this workshop, you will learn how to research... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 354
    • Session Number: $W087
    Engineering opportunities today look much different than it did 10 years ago. This session will explore how to create spaces where students can actually think through a project from beginning... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 355
    • Session Number: $W088
    It has been said the only person who likes change, is a baby with dirty diapers. BUT things have changed and are continuing to change. Demographics are changing. Technology is... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 356
    • Session Number: $W089
    Google Classroom is a wonderful application that can HELP and GUIDE discovery in the classroom. In this session, participants will learn the setup and organization of a design thinking project... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 357
    • Session Number: $W090
    Chromebooks have huge potential for creation. Unfortunately, they are frequently used solely as testing devices, LMS integration and for research. Explore the many ways you can use devices for creation... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    Monday, January 23, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM


    • Room: 210
    • Session Number: DIGCIT
    An interactive session designed to dive into the six pillars of Digital Citizenship. Discover innovative ways to infuse how to be alert, balanced, engaged, informed, inclusive, and ultimately how to... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Special Event (times vary)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS
    Attend FETC on Monday, January 23rd 1:30-4:30 pm to participate in our Mobile Mega Share Event. Learning enhanced with mobile and digital tools has exploded around the globe. Mobile MegaShare... Read More
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T1
    Table 1:This session will guide attendees through a step by step framework for planning makerspace lessons that are content based and rigorous. The session will pay close attention to evidence... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T10
    TABLE 10: Do you ever have days where you can’t quite read the tone of someone's email? We’ve all been there! Using Loom integration for Gmail you can record a... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • District/State/Federal
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T11
    TABLE 11: The most difficult part of project-based learning is developing a rubric that doesn't make you want to pull your hair out when using it. One Point Rubrics reduce... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T12
    TABLE 12: Your Science and Social Studies lessons become more engaging with Google Earth. Bring geography games and lessons to your classroom with Google Earth. Allow your students to create... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T13
    TABLE 13: Learn to use HyperDoc templates to efficiently create, curate and orchestrate lesson plans that are both organized and student-centered. Online copies for you and your students mean you'll... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T14
    TABLE 14: Get Started with Student Driven Hyperdocs for Personalized Learning. Hyperdocs and playlists are Google docs/slides/drawings filled with hyperlinks to a variety of structured learning opportunities. HyperDocs and playlists... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T15
    TABLE 15: Come join us and watch two dueling techies sharing their favorite tech tools trying to out sell the other! These two innovators will share their hot tech smashes,... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T16
    TABLE 16: Let's Taco 'Bout It: Collaborative Conversations with ELs Using Jamboard The use of high-quality, structured conversation is a must for English learners. Jamboard is a great tool for... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • English/Language Arts/Reading (including ESL)

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T17
    TABLE 17: Bring your coding experience into an escape room with Kai Bot. Come experience Kai Bot in a virtual escape room hosted on Kainundrum. Kai Bot is applicable from... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T18
    TABLE 18: Bring your device to take part in an interactive digital experience with Kami. The Time Saver Tool That Should Be Illegal, But Isn’t! Learn how you can easily... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T19
    TABLE 19: Did you know that in a matter of minutes anyone can publish a book on Amazon using Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)? Therefore, using KDP is an easy and... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T2
    TABLE 2: Bookwidgets is a software tool that allows teachers to create and/or digitalize scientific activities and resources for the classroom. In this talk, I will demonstrate how Bookwidget is... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Science

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T20
    TABLE 20: OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) is a FREE, open source program that allows users to record and stream live video to popular social media platforms, including Facebook and YouTube.... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T21
    TABLE 21: Microsoft translator tools are breaking language barriers by providing accessible and inclusive experiences for connecting, communicating, and collaborating. Let’s jump right in and explore how easily you can... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T23
    TABLE 23: Formative assessment is vital in our day-to-day. Pear Deck is known for taking your static, informational slides and making them interactive so every student can respond to your... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T25
    TABLE 25: Pixton is a comic creation site (free trial and paid plans) for classrooms where teachers and students can both make and share their comics. Comics are forms of... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • English/Language Arts/Reading (including ESL)

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T26
    TABLE 26: Apps today are as diversified as the devices they are on. . Come explore a variety of apps for a variety of learners in the primary school. Explore... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T27
    Table 27: I am presenting a technology I invented to bring order to the chaos that is prevalent in many students' lives. I mitigated my own "academic suffering" in 2020... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T29
    TABLE 29: This presentation focuses on various screen recording software and platforms that can be used to enhance instruction for all grade levels. The attendees will experience different screencasting tools... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T3
    TABLE 3: Imagine how much simpler lesson planning would be if you could access every piece of material for every lesson you've ever created. Consider what it would be like... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T30
    TABLE 30: This session will show lots of shortcuts, extensions, and websites that are easy for teachers to install and apply immediately....
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T31
    TABLE 31: Spark creativity in your classroom with tools such as Flocabulary’s Lyric Lab, Book Bentos, and Paper Slides. These tools will help students showcase their learning with personal styling.... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T32
    TABLE 32: The creation of audio podcasts in the classroom allows learners to express their passions while developing essential skills. Dive into the benefits and challenges of student podcast creation... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T33
    TABLE 33: Are you an iPhone or iPad user who's seen Memojis being exchanged in iMessage? Have you ever wondered how they end up in presentations & other digital content?... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T34
    TABLE 34: Who doesn’t love a good emoji? You may already be using emojis in some way in your classroom, but did you know that these little characters can be... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T4
    Table 4: Explore how Canva elevates teaching and learning experiences by inspiring creativity, collaboration, and amplifying student voice. In this session you will learn the basics of Canva for education... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T5
    TABLE 5: Google Slides is a wonderful tool for presentations, but maybe you want to use Slides in a more unique and engaging way? This session will teach you how... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T6
    TABLE 6: PLAY is one of the healthiest things kids can do…and truthfully adults too! Green Screen and creative video production can provide endless opportunities for PLAY and cultivate immense... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T7
    TABLE 7: Do you spend hours on Tik Tok, Instagram and Facebook watching videos? Learn how to create videos for your employees, teachers or students quickly, efficiently and with professionalism... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T8
    TABLE 8: Did you know there are so many amazing digital tools to level up your health class! Health education is becoming more important each day. In this session, you... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • PK-12
    • Health/Physical Education/Wellness

    • Room: 211-213
    • Session Number: MMS T9
    TABLE 9: The Science Experiential Aerial Research (SEAR) program is one of three educational programs offered by Volatus Aerospace to schools and divisions across North America. Students take part in... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Mobile Mega Share
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • STEM/STEAM

    Monday, January 23, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE6
    Schoology Course looking drab? Let’s turn that drab into fab with some of these tips & tricks to make your Schoology look fabulous. Design matters and let’s take some time... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 209
    • Session Number: ZM4
    Zooooom Stations.   (Phone, Whiteboard, Adv Polling/Quizzing, LMS Integrations, Accessibility (CC, Translation, etc.)...
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    Monday, January 23, 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM


    • Room: 201-202
    • Session Number: CSF2
    VEX VR is a block-based programming (BBP) environment that supports students learning to program by controlling a virtual robot. The virtual robot provides the benefits of learning to program by... Read More
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    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 203-205
    • Session Number: CSF5
    Are you looking for an engaging and immersive curriculum to teach your students to code? Have you always wanted to utilize game-based learning but didn’t feel you had enough gaming... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • PK-12
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 206
    • Session Number: CSF8
    imagiLabs is a Sweden-based startup making learning to code fun, accessible, and relevant with inclusive Python education tools. Our gamified apps, colorful hardware, and innovative curriculum teach programming skills through... Read More
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    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    Monday, January 23, 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM


    • Room: 219
    • Session Number: FE7
    Providing student learning accommodations is vital to their ability to comprehend and interact with the learning material. In this session, learn to leverage some truly amazing Chrome tools and extensions that help teachers provide just in time accommodations and other learning support using audio, interactivity and more....
    Speaker(s)
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    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    Monday, January 23, 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM


    • Room: 201-202
    • Session Number: CSF3
    With so many computational thinking and coding resources available for the classroom it can be hard to decide on how to organize your programming lessons and which resources to use.... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 203-205
    • Session Number: CSF6
    Millions of the BBC micro:bit are now in schools. Never before has so much power been accessible to children at such a low price. Participants will gain experience programming the... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • PK-12
    • Computer Science (Coding, Robotics, etc.)

    • Room: 206
    • Session Number: CSF9 REPEATED
    In this session,we will look at how new advances in AI might have great impacts in our classrooms. We will deconstruct how it might redefine writing and research assignments, looking... Read More
    Track(s)
    • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    Monday, January 23, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM


    • Room: 208
    • Session Number: AL3
    Join thought leaders from Age of Learning as they walk you through the intentional design practices used to create the award-winning programs My Math Academy and My Reading Academy, and how these design decisions are used to not only promote mastery of content, but foster positive learner identity and social... Read More
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    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • STEM/STEAM

    Monday, January 23, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM


    • Room: 209
    • Session Number: ZM5
    As districts strive to create equitable access for all students, leveraging edtech tools becomes integral in achieving success. Administrators and IT leaders must ensure alignment between their system's goals and the desired outcomes of using educational technology so that long-term progress can be sustained. This session provides an overview of... Read More
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    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    Monday, January 23, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM


    • Room: 231-232
    • Session Number: CT2
    How are you redesigning learning at school? To be successful, educators must understand what motivates educational change and how virtual learning reframes education. In this session, trace a history of virtual learning. Learn terms, lineage, and factors contributing to wide-scale change. Then, engage in exercises with peers to consider how... Read More
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    Sponsored by

    • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    Monday, January 23, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM


    • Room: R1 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W091
    When we come together to meaningfully share our experiences and tackle challenges, something magical happens. Creating a sense of connection and community within our schools cultivates a sense of real... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R2 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W092
    How do you awaken creativity? Using unexpected connections and creative play, we can step outside our comfort zones to start creating today. During this interactive session, we will discuss, share,... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R3 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W093
    This session will give attendees a toolkit for creating digital media to share your school's story. Attendees will leave this session understanding pivotal components of design and the digital tools... Read More
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R4 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W094
    In our current K-12 experience, the stress & intensity of grades has become so impactful on student and teacher mental health and is ultimately preventing students from reaching their full... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R5 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W095
    PowerPoint is best known as a presentation tool. But this isn't your daddy's PowerPoint! Dip into the hidden powers of PowerPoint to engage students and improve learning even remotely. See... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: R6 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W096
    Are you swimming against the current?? Do you freeze in the face of a major change? Brain science teaches us that we are tuned to notice changes in our environment,... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: R7 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W097
    All content and grade levels engage students by using Hip Hop through Flocabulary videos in the classroom. But, how do you use Flocabulary to empower student voice? Come learn about... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: R8 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W098
    Attend this workshop to learn how to create digital escape rooms. Nelann will share all her special sauce techniques with you! You'll learn how to use Microsoft OneNote to create... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • High School (grades 9-12)
    • World Languages

    • Room: R9 Second floor
    • Session Number: $W099
    Are there creative ways for you to share your passions? The answer is a resounding… yes! During this session we’ll explore five ways to creatively share things that you are... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 333-334
    • Session Number: $W100
    Looking for a way to share content with your diverse learners? Seeking a tool to differentiate instructional resources? Learn about the features of Wakelet, gain ideas for implementation ideal for... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 335-336
    • Session Number: $W101
    We all want to create school communities where students and their families know they will be in an environment that is supportive of them and their learning journeys. A variety... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    • Room: 338
    • Session Number: $W102
    Join us as we discuss everything you need for finding and writing grants to support digital teaching and learning. Since 2017, North Carolina has been providing schools with grant opportunities... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Leadership

    • Room: 339
    • Session Number: $W103
    Every day we are overwhelmed with information and tied to our inboxes. Join this session to see how a busy principal spends less than one hour a day on e-mail.... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 340-341
    • Session Number: $W104
    Sound instructional practice and efficient daily school functionality increasingly require solid IT infrastructure, which exists mostly out of plain sight. Like plumbing, people tend to worry about IT only when... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 342
    • Session Number: $W105
    Are you an IT leader interested in ensuring the implementation of best practices so that all students have access to assistive technologies and accessible materials based on the individual learner's... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 343
    • Session Number: $W106
    Preparing students with the essential skills for the future requires all educators to create a culture for learning to spark curiosity and innovation. We will explore emerging technologies and topics... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 344
    • Session Number: $W107
    Screencast-O-Matic is more than just an affordable screen capture and video editing solution. It has so much to offer that I can almost guarantee you will learn something new. This... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Information Technology

    • Room: 345
    • Session Number: $W108
    Google Drawings is part of the Drive suite of tools but is often overlooked. However it is a fantastic program for student learning and teacher instruction. In this session we... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 346
    • Session Number: $W109
    Join us as we walk you through our multimodal sustainable movement of change. The ChangeMAKER Challenge is a district challenge for K-12 students that purposefully engages students in the design... Read More
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    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 348
    • Session Number: $W111
    With the onset of Social Emotional Learning and the new SEL Standards in the education realm, we have witnessed a rise in brianstorming creative ways to cover these new standards.... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 349
    • Session Number: $W112
    1 in 5 students in the United States in both elementary and secondary schools have some sort learning disability. Additionally, 1 in 10 students are considered English Language Learners. So... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 350
    • Session Number: $W113
    In this workshop, you will have access to six different learning stations to fit your learning needs. In the first hands-on station participants will learn how to get your youngest... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Elementary (grades PK-5)
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 351
    • Session Number: $W114
    This hands-on workshop gives attendees a chance to ease their fear of 3D Printing. Hear from author Keven Rinaman (3DU: A Guide to 3D Printing in Every Classroom) and other... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 352
    • Session Number: $W115
    This is Us is the product of hard work and long hours with an intermediate class of English Language Learning (ELL) students, a dedicated ELL teacher, a teaching & learning... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • Middle School (grades 6-8)
    • English/Language Arts/Reading (including ESL)

    • Room: 353
    • Session Number: $W116
    Providing relevance and increasing student engagement is paramount in education. When students are engaged in their learning, achievement and meaning increase, while discipline issues and complacency decrease. Using the appropriate... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 354
    • Session Number: $W117
    Maker spaces are often connected to STEM curriculum, but there are many areas of science that have been left out of the conversation – until now. This session will focus... Read More
    Speaker(s)
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    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • STEM/STEAM

    • Room: 355
    • Session Number: $W118
    Discover powerful tools to unleash your creativity and walk away with the strategies you need to create your own lessons and to promote better assessments from your learners.   FETC Workshops require... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

    • Room: 356
    • Session Number: $W119
    The past few years have taught us how learning doesn't only happen within the school walls. Libraries are essential to access of information, and SLMCs in North Carolina have been... Read More
    Speaker(s)
    Track(s)
    Handout(s)
    • Workshops (2 hrs)
    • PK-12
    • Professional Development

    Tuesday, January 24, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM


    • Room: Hall D Lobby
    • Session Number: REG

      Tuesday, January 24, 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM


      • Room: 219
      • Session Number: FE8
      Tired of doing the same icebreakers and entrance tickets? Grab new ideas that integrate tech tools, pop culture, game shows, classroom rules, getting to know each other, PD activities, &... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Sponsored by

      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 209
      • Session Number: ZM6
      Understanding available tools to ensure digital inclusivity in meetings for onsite and remote participants....
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Sponsored by

      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • District/State/Federal
      • Leadership

      Tuesday, January 24, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM


      • Room: 333-334
      • Session Number: $W121
      In this workshop, you will learn about how to use Google Sites to create professional, free websites that can be used for a variety of reasons! From parent portals to... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 335-336
      • Session Number: $W122
      Join Monica Roach as she briefly demonstrates and then walks attendees through how to create pixel art activities hands-on that will fully engage students as they practice content matter to... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 338
      • Session Number: $W123
      Stuck using traditional methods to recruit students and staff? The need to creatively recruit staff and students is growing, especially in these competitive markets. Those same technologies used to innovative... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      • Room: 340-341
      • Session Number: $W125
      Increasingly, the education world is embracing anytime, anywhere learning. But the result is new challenges for districts. How are you going to protect key assets and infrastructure when learning is happening seamlessly... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: 342
      • Session Number: $W126
      Data interoperability can be a powerful tool for school systems looking to bring together data stored in siloed systems. However, leadership, change management and stakeholder buy-in are as critical for... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 343
      • Session Number: $W127
      A 700% increase in help tickets. Sound familiar? While we all rolled up our sleeves during the pandemic to ensure access for students, our staff and communities fundamentally have increased... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      • Room: 344
      • Session Number: $W128
      What will be the spark that ignites passion for a career? Or a healthier self of well-being? Great companies, including the STEM Coalition, industries like agriculture, mining, aerospace, wellness, and... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 345
      • Session Number: $W129
      Chromebooks have become a common tool in schools, but are you and your students getting the most out of them? In this session we will explore powerful Chromebook features including... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 346
      • Session Number: $W130
      Explore taking a whole-child approach to meeting the needs of all children through this new collaboration between Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization and creators of Sesame Street, and Discovery Education.... Read More
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      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • Elementary (grades PK-5)
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 347
      • Session Number: $W131
      Inspire and empower the next generation of female coders through the amazing and often untold stories of the women codebreakers of WWII. In this session, explore primary sources and hear... Read More
      Speaker(s)
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      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • Middle School (grades 6-8)
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 348
      • Session Number: $W132
      During this presentation, Dr. Riegel will introduce the US Department of Labor's Workplace Competency Model, which defines foundational skills called personal and workplace competencies all students need for success in... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • High School (grades 9-12)
      • Leadership

      • Room: 349
      • Session Number: $W133
      Technology provides incredible opportunities for our students to engage with our class content in ways they may have never been able to before! In a traditional classroom setting, students are... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 350
      • Session Number: $W134
      Designing literacy instruction that maximizes the integration of a powerful, synergistic blend of data-driven, adaptive courseware, matched with effective face-to-face instructional strategies and techniques, and enhanced with high-impact, high-dosage tutoring,... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • English/Language Arts/Reading (including ESL)

      • Room: 351
      • Session Number: $W135
      While meeting the needs of IEPs in a face- to- face environment is often challenging, meeting those same needs virtually poses new challenges for educators. In this session, we will... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Special Education

      • Room: 352
      • Session Number: $W136
      The more technology advances, the more independent today's learners can become! Lumio, formerly known as SMART Learning Suite Online, enables students to take control of their learning in a multitude... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • Elementary (grades PK-5)
      • Professional Development

      • Room: 353
      • Session Number: $W137
      Data rich but information poor? Learn how to use Google Sheets, Forms, Apps Script, and Data Studio to make things easier on your staff when it comes to diving into... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      • Room: 354
      • Session Number: $W138
      Over the last year, the value of technology departments has been highlighted in manner that has not happen before. The value, insight, knowledge and partnerships are now critical to the... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: 355
      • Session Number: $W139
      Tired of ending units of study with tests or essays but unsure of other options? In this session, attendees will explore a few digital tools that empower students to create,... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 356
      • Session Number: $W140
      Many instructors integrate online edtech applications, extensions and freeware into their lessons or would like to if they knew how. This workshop will showcase online environments that can be used... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • High School (grades 9-12)
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 357
      • Session Number: $W141
      In this hands-on session you will experience how Adobe Express can be used to drive teaching and learning. Adobe Express is an intuitive yet powerful tool that works on any... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Workshops (2 hrs)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      Tuesday, January 24, 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM


      • Room: 206
      • Session Number: OR ADMIN
      Learn how to navigate a collection of sessions and events specifically designed for school and district administrators. Dive into the leadership topics that interest you most at FETC 2023! This... Read More
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      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Special Event (times vary)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      • Room: 203-205
      • Session Number: OR COACH
      Discover all the opportunities in the content track just for coaches! Learn the coaching topics that interest you most at FETC 2023. Learn how to navigate a collection of sessions,... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Special Event (times vary)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      • Room: 211-213
      • Session Number: OR EDU
      Educators, learn how to make the most of your time at FETC building technology skills, learning from experts and collaborating with your new professional learning community. Now is the time... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Special Event (times vary)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      • Room: 228-229
      • Session Number: OR IT
      In this quick-hitting orientation, we highlight the Future of Information Technology at FETC 2023! Learn to identify the information technology workshops and concurrent sessions that you can't find anywhere else.... Read More
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      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Special Event (times vary)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: 210
      • Session Number: OR LMS
      Welcome all school library media specialists! Join us to learn how to navigate a collection of sessions and events specifically designed for librarians and media specialists. Our ever-changing and multifaceted... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Special Event (times vary)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      Tuesday, January 24, 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM


      • Room: 208
      • Session Number: AL4
      Experience the power of mastery mathematics! Come engage with My Math Academy, a proven solution that has achieved math gains in our youngest of learners! This interactive workshop will review the design of a new adaptive platform that uses Bloom’s Mastery Learning model to develop mastery of number sense foundations... Read More
      Speaker(s)
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      Sponsored by

      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • Elementary (grades PK-5)
      • Mathematics

      Tuesday, January 24, 8:45 AM - 10:00 AM


      • Room: 231-232
      • Session Number: CT3
      This workshop will provide participants with the context, empowerment, and concrete actions needed to dismantle racist policies and practices that for decades have kept Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) from experiencing the same academic success as their White counterparts in schools across America. Racism isn’t always intentional. Racial... Read More
      Speaker(s)
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      Sponsored by

      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      Tuesday, January 24, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM


      • Room: 219
      • Session Number: FE9
      Hear all about how the Mississippi Connects initiative aspires to provide every public-school student in Mississippi with technology to support both in-school and at-home learning. The unexpected need for distance... Read More
      Speaker(s)
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      Sponsored by

      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      • Room: 209
      • Session Number: ZM7
      Grant Writing in the Age of Billions: With unprecedented opportunities for grant dollars, organizations are overwhelmed by the who, what, when, where, and why of securing external funding to support... Read More
      Speaker(s)
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      Sponsored by

      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      Tuesday, January 24, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM


      • Room: 214
      • Session Number: A1
      Apple innovation is already changing the way people do work from health sciences to construction and trades. This session will provide instructors an opportunity to experience innovative technologies such as... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • High School (grades 9-12)
      • Professional Development

      • Room: Mosaic Room
      • Session Number: DA Awards
      District Administration is spotlighting the most innovative edtech product solutions on the market helping district leaders meet ever-evolving technology needs with the 2023 Top Ed Tech Products Awards. Submissions were... Read More
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      Track(s)
      • Special Event (times vary)

      Tuesday, January 24, 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM


      • Room: R1 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS1
      Equitable reading practices using grade-level texts are critical to advancing reading development for all students. The National Reading Panel (2000) identified fluency, often a neglected goal of reading instruction, as... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • Elementary (grades PK-5)
      • English/Language Arts/Reading (including ESL)

      • Room: R2 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS2
      Today, many schools are making it a priority to invest in security technology to better protect staff and students.  In this session, Becky Spencer (Supervisor of Technology at Avoyelles Parish School... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: R3 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS3
      Usage data is critical to understanding whether equitable digital learning occurs in your district for all students. Analytics can illuminate the digital engagement of students and provide insight on everything... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      • Room: R4 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS4
      In just three years— including the pandemic lockdown—the number of gamers in high schools and middle schools has quadrupled. Almost half of the participants today are elementary school students. The... Read More
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      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • STEM/STEAM

      • Room: R5 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS5
      The pandemic thrust school districts — many prematurely — into 1:1 technology environments. While some districts were already pursuing 1:1, many, if not most, were not ready and now find... Read More
      Track(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: R6 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS6
      Learn how emerging blockchain technology can empower K-12 students through self-generated learning pathways with intrinsic and extrinsic values and provide equitable opportunities for college and career utilizing Comprehensive Learner Records... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: R7 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS7
      Join Delia DeCourcy, WW Education Portfolio Manager from Lenovo as she hosts Steve O’Connor, Director of IT from Aston Martin for a discussion about the roles of technology innovation and... Read More
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      Track(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • High School (grades 9-12)
      • STEM/STEAM

      • Room: R8 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS8
      Digital technology in the classroom is here to stay, so how can IT leaders partner with teachers to create safe, trusted learning environments without becoming “the department of no”? Join... Read More
      Speaker(s)
      Track(s)
      Handout(s)
      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Information Technology

      • Room: R9 Second floor
      • Session Number: TSS9
      Hiring teams across the nation are constantly challenged by unprecedented teacher and staff shortages at their districts. It’s crucial, now more than ever, for school districts to empower their HR... Read More
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      • Concurrent Session (45 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      Tuesday, January 24, 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM


      • Room: 217
      • Session Number: A9
      Join us for an immersive experience with Apple Education. Unleash creativity through drawing, photography, video, music, coding, and augmented reality. Get hands-on demos that will engage learners at every stage. ...
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      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      • Room: 209
      • Session Number: ZM10
      Enrich your virtual and/or hybrid classroom(s) with Class, providing high-quality interactive learning experiences beyond typical video conferencing. Created to support the evolution of online education, Class gives teachers and students... Read More
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      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Leadership

      Tuesday, January 24, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM


      • Room: GREAT HALL KEYNOTE ROOM
      • Session Number: KEY 1
      In this eye-opening presentation by one of the world’s leading technology futurists, disruptive innovation experts, and New York Times bestselling author of seven books, Daniel Burrus blends rich examples as he shares the most important technology Hard Trends that can be used to elevate learning, transform processes, and shape the... Read More
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      • Keynote (60 minutes)
      • PK-12
      • Professional Development

      Tuesday, January 24, 12:00 PM - 12:25 PM


      • Room: 207
      • Session Number: AB1
      In this quick and fun session, learn how Adobe Express can help you and your students make learning more engaging and meaningful with graphic design, video and webpages, and portfolio design all within one tool. ...
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      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      Tuesday, January 24, 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM


      • Room: 219
      • Session Number: FE10
      Let's catch a vibe - a VOCAB vibe- and learn about some extra special Google and Microsoft tools that can support vocabulary development in student learning. Whether your students are emerging readers, language learners, or just need a little extra reading support, this session is perfect for you! Join me... Read More
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      • Convention Center Meeting Room (Sponsored sessions only)
      • PK-12
      • Integrated/Cross Curriculum

      Tuesday, January 24, 12:00 PM - 5:30 PM