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From the ISTE conference - what's new? what was great? how will your teaching be changed?
This week a migration of educators has begun to Denver and the ISTE Conference (formerly NECC). Attending the conference is much anticipated. It is a meeting of old friends, the chance to make new friends, and an amazing opportunity to challenge one's mind with the latest tech tools for education.
There is something for everyone! Those who are just beginning to incorporate technology into classes can learn from those more experienced; whille those who are already in the know can be challenged by the futuristic thinking of keynote speakers and others - like David Thornburg, Mano Taliver, Bonnie Bracey, etc.
If you are going to ISTE for the first time, may I suggest that you spend time in the poster sessions. I have gained some of my most useful tips while browing these. It is quick . one can gather enough info quickly to go back and get more in depth later. However, if a particular topic is very relevant to you, there is the opportunity for conversation with the presenter.
For those seeking "just plain good teaching using technology," don't miss the poster sessions (and others) done by Annette Lamb and Larry Johnson. (For those not going to Denver, you will find all their handouts and an abundance of materials at http://www.eduscapes.com. Their work addresses all subject areas.
In addition, be sure to schedule time in the exhibit hall!!! Unlike many conferences, the exhibit hall at ISTE has numerous sessions. Vendors bring experts to teach attendees.
Finally, please post here in the Forum about your experiences. If you are a first timer and need some assistance, post your questions here. Tell us what you learn, who you hear, and how you will change your teaching based upon your learning.
If you can't tell, I am having definite withdrawal. This is only my 3rd time to miss this conference in at least 15 years. I am missing friends - and the rejeuvenation of thinking that I have enjoyed so many years.
For those lucky enough to attend, please let us hear from you!
There is something for everyone! Those who are just beginning to incorporate technology into classes can learn from those more experienced; whille those who are already in the know can be challenged by the futuristic thinking of keynote speakers and others - like David Thornburg, Mano Taliver, Bonnie Bracey, etc.
If you are going to ISTE for the first time, may I suggest that you spend time in the poster sessions. I have gained some of my most useful tips while browing these. It is quick . one can gather enough info quickly to go back and get more in depth later. However, if a particular topic is very relevant to you, there is the opportunity for conversation with the presenter.
For those seeking "just plain good teaching using technology," don't miss the poster sessions (and others) done by Annette Lamb and Larry Johnson. (For those not going to Denver, you will find all their handouts and an abundance of materials at http://www.eduscapes.com. Their work addresses all subject areas.
In addition, be sure to schedule time in the exhibit hall!!! Unlike many conferences, the exhibit hall at ISTE has numerous sessions. Vendors bring experts to teach attendees.
Finally, please post here in the Forum about your experiences. If you are a first timer and need some assistance, post your questions here. Tell us what you learn, who you hear, and how you will change your teaching based upon your learning.
If you can't tell, I am having definite withdrawal. This is only my 3rd time to miss this conference in at least 15 years. I am missing friends - and the rejeuvenation of thinking that I have enjoyed so many years.
For those lucky enough to attend, please let us hear from you!
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Permalink Reply by Mary Henton on -
Yes...we'd love to hear what is going on at ISTE. Feel free to cross-post blogs, links, and other info.
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Permalink Reply by Rebecca Lawson on -
Today I received the following email from ISTE. For those of you not able to go to Denver, perhaps you will be able to attend some of the events virtually.
Dear Educator,
Not going to make it to ISTE 2010 in Denver?
Try one of the following remedies to stay connected with the conference and its attendees:
1) Sign up for one of our two Virtual Workshops! These are the same workshops that will be presented at the conference, just rebroadcast for a virtual audience. Presented by two of our veteran ISTE Webinar presenters, these workshops will engage and motivate you as if you were onsite! You may register online for these workshops.
2) Read the Daily Leader, the official conference newspaper each day, to stay current on conference news, events, and what the “onsite crowd” is doing this year. Conference press releases will also be made available on this Onsite News section, as they are posted.
3) Tune into the ISTEVision Network for keynote, session, and event videos that will be made available via the web. See the remote schedule, or check back to the ISTEVision Network during the conference to see what’s been posted.
4) Check in to any of our social media channels to get the conference scoop, right from the horse’s mouth! Our attendees are not shy, and will be sharing their ISTE 2010 experiences all day, every day. It’s almost like being there yourself! ISTE Connects, Conference Ning, Twitter, Facebook.
We’re sorry you couldn’t make it to Denver, but it’s never too early to start planning for next year! Visit and bookmark the ISTE 2011 website, and check back often for additional information to be posted.
(Note: I had to relink all the links in this email. If any do not work, please let me know.)
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Permalink Reply by Kim Lightle on -
The recordings from ISTE Unplugged are now available on the ISTE Unplugged site. To access the recordings simply find the session in which you're interested and the recording link should be present at the end of the session description. ISTE Unplugged sessions covered everything from tips for elementary school technology integration to school-wide deployments of 1:1 initiatives to iPads to school leadership.
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Permalink Reply by Karolee Smiley on
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The ISTE unplugged site has some great info.
I noticed a project on the e-pals teacher ambassadors project. This might give people some more ideas on collaborative projects. Each project has a description, video and samples of student work. Pretty cool.
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