October+12th

=i-Touches= Don't forget to sign up on ASCEND (Course#: 51879, Section#: 53094) Liz Clark


 * Who doesn't want to use an i-Touch? You can touch it, tilt it, watch it, and listen to it all in one center, small group, or whole group. Come and learn how to incorporate this technology into your classroom wether you teach ELA or Math/Science/SS.

=Movie Maker= Don't forget to sign up on ASCEND

(Course#: 51874, Section #: 53088)
Devin Cerny & Meka Matthews Room F5/E6


 * In this session, we will use pictures from either the Internet or digital camera to create a slide show. We will learn how to add songs, create transitions, insert text, as well as explore other features of Movie Maker Live. We will also share ideas on how Movie Maker Live can be used in the classroom.

=WebQuests on Google Earth= Don't forget to sign up on ASCEND (Course#: 51887, Section#: 53112) Melanie Johnson


 * In this training we will explore editing placemarks in Google Earth with HTML code. This sounds scary, but I promise it's not. I have codes already written that you can copy and paste to make wonderful placemarks in Google Earth for your students. And just think...once a placemark or a set of placemarks is done you can save them for years to use or transfer the files to your co-workers and share lessons throughout the building.
 * Teachers will be given a cheat sheet for how to access Google Earth and basic editing of placemarks.
 * Teachers will be given access to a website that has the HTML codes broken down into Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced for copying and pasting.
 * Teachers will be given time to play with editing the code during the training. Very hands on!
 * Teachers will be given several completed lesson examples using HTML code that can be saved on their own Google Earth and edited for their grade level and subject.
 * A door prize will be given!
 * Application: All grade levels, All subject areas
 * Pre-requisites: Know how to copy & paste, A familiarity with Google Earth would help, but is not required

=Active Expressions= Don't forget to sign up on ASCEND (Course#: 51882, Section#: 53099) Haley Krock
 * Engaging resource that allows you to monitor student progress
 * Paperless Grades
 * Can be used with Flip Charts

=Animoto= Don't forget to sign up on ASCEND (Course#: 51883, Section#: 53100) Mario Temporal & Pat Hale


 * No, it is not a japanese anime. It is powerpoint presentation on STEROID. Learn how to apply for a free teacher access and how to create an awesome PRESENTATION.

=﻿Glogster= Don't forget to sign up on ASCEND (Course#: 51889, Section#: 53115) Kirah Diaz

Poster Yourself with Glogster. Glogster is a web 2.0 resource where users can create their own posters. The website allows you to mix graphics, photos, and videos. Glogster is a fun and innovative tool to engage your students, regardless of content area. Teachers can use it for content review. Students can demonstrate content mastery with interactive posters that they create. Bring with you a flash drive with pictures pre-loaded with pictures about you. We will be viewing sample glogs across the different content areas and then begin to create a All About Me glog.
 * All Grade Levels and Content Areas
 * Must pre-register for a Free Educator account at []