Workshop+List

=__Using Technology in the Classroom- an Introduction (3 half day sessions)__ ~ Debbie Kroeber, Facilitator = Technology is ever changing. Using technology in your classroom can assist you with everyday tasks, and is very motivating to students. We live in an age of technology. This workshop is an introduction to many technologies. In this workshop, you will learn about and experience the following programs/technologies:  =__Using Smart Boards for Instruction(2 sessions- full days) __~Jill Bisbee, Facilitato r = A **Smart Board** is an interactive white board which was developed by SMART technologies in 1991. A Smart Board allows you to control computer applications with touch control on the screen. In this "hands-on" workshop you will:
 * Power Point
 * Inspiration/Kidspiration
 * Using digital cameras/digital video cameras
 * iPhoto/iMovie
 * Spreadsheets
 * Using our school's website and editing using Quicksite
 * Learn how a Smart Board works
 * Learn the features of Smart Technology
 * Examine existing "Notebooks" for use in your classroom
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Create a "Notebook" for use in your classroom

=<span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> = =<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">__<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Using Wikis to Enhance Teaching __(2 sessions- full days) ~Kate Merten, Facilitator = <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//From Wikipedia:// //A **wiki** is a website that uses wiki software, allowing the easy creation and editing of any number of interlinked web pages, using a simplified language. Wikis are often used to create collaborative websites, to power community websites, and for note taking. The collaborative encyclopedia Wikipedia is one of the best-known wikis.// In this workshop you will: <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> Click here to see an example of Book Share Franklin, a wiki used by 3-5 teachers in Franklin. Use the following PDF link to see a complete outline of this workshop. <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> =<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> = =<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">__<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Creating Effective WebQuests __(3 half day sessions) ~ Heather (Santos) Adams, Facilitator = <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">//From Wikipedia: A **WebQuest** is a learning activity used by educators. During this activity learners read, analyze, and synthesize information using the World Wide Web. WebQuests were invented by Bernie Dodge and Tom March at San Diego University in 1995.// WebQuests can be used for instruction and/or assessment. They can be completed individually and/or cooperatively. <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Use the links below to view some sample WebQuests : <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;"> <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">In this workshop you will: <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"> =<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">__<span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Google: How Can It Enhance My Instruction? __(1 full day session or 2 half day sessions) ~ Facilitator TBA = <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Google is more than a search engine. Students can use Google Docs to collaborate on a project, Google Reader allows you to stay up to date with news and information, and Google Groups is something that all teachers should be aware of. In this workshop, you will learn about many aspects of Google, including:
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Learn the practical educational uses of wikis
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Learn strategies to create effective wikis
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Create at least one wiki for your classroom use.
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">[|Washington, D.C. WebQuest]
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;"><span class="wiki_link_ext">[|Immigration WebQuest]
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">[|Mexico WebQuest]
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Learn the necessary components of WebQuests
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Explore WebQuests created by teachers
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Create a WebQuest for use in your classroom (You will need to bring a Unit of Study)
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Using GMail
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Using a Google Calendar
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Google Groups
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Google Reader
 * <span style="font-family: Verdana,Geneva,sans-serif;">Google Docs