Below are the live sessions for the 2021 SPARCC Technology Conference, grouped by time slot (in Eastern Standard Time) with details and links for each session. 🎞️ Joining live sessions:
📅 Watching the recordings later:
📝 Session resources:
✅ Certificates of attendance:
8:00 AM (EST) - Session Slot #1Hipster Google Everyone knows about Google Docs, Gmail, Search, and other common Google tools. But there are also loads of smaller, lesser-known, but powerful tools. Learn about hidden gems from Google for teaching and learning. Presenter: Eric Curts Organization: SPARCC Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon App Smashing to Amplify Student Voice Today, we’ll use tech tools (Pear Deck, WeVideo, Padlet, Flipgrid) to make learning visible. We’ll create interactive experiences to amplify student voice, build community, & collaborate. Presenter: Steph Sukow Organization: CHSD 155 Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Genius Hour and Google Classroom Are you ready to increase student engagement and personalize learning? Genius Hour can help you do just that! Learn how to implement Genius Hour in your classroom from start to finish! Presenter: Sarah Fromhold Organization: Frisco ISD Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Dynamic Approaches to Digital Learning in the History/Social Studies Classroom Participants will learn digital tools for students to develop skills in research and investigation, mapping, observation, and source/data analysis and evaluation, highlighting Google and other tools. Presenter: Nathan Gildart Organization: Nagoya International School Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Magic of My Maps Plan and create interactive lessons for any subject using Google My Maps Presenter: Dana Bingham-Cruz Organization: Valley View SD 365U Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Why Internet safety is not an add-on - Assisting students to being safe online Thoughts and ideas for teachers to inform about internet safety, cyberbullying and sexting,The long term digital consequences to actions . Encouraging students to be responsible digital citizens. Presenter: Karen Walstra Organization: Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon 5 Great Ways to Structure Student Led Learning Come learn about HyperDocs, Choice Boards/Playlists, Digital Breakouts, Interactive Classrooms, & Choose Your Own Adventure lessons. Bonus tips too! Presenter: Patrick Hausammann Organization: Clarke County Public Schools Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon The Goldness of YouTube How can you convert your Google Drive videos to youtube to free space up? We will talk about the benefits of Youtube and what you need to know to get going. Presenter: Stephanie Howell Organization: Pickerington Ohio Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Building Relationships, Culture and Making Connections Virtually Learn the best ways to connect with students and communities when in-person, remote, or hybrid! Presenter: David Lerch Organization: Marissa Community Unit School District #40 Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon 50 Time Saving Tips for Teachers Save time on daily computer tasks with these tech tips. Presenter: Deborah Kerby Organization: Pocono Mountain SD Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Empowering Student Writers Writing is a method of communication. But is that how we teach it in our classrooms? Learn about research-backed writing instruction that will engage your student and empower them as young writers. Presenter: Katelynn Giordano Organization: Barrington School District Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon When am I ever going to use this? An introduction to Google's Applied Digital Skills Curriculum. This session will look at the Applied Digital Skills Curriculum developed by Google. With lessons for every subject, the curriculum has something for everyone. Presenter: Stephen Keys Organization: Franklin County Public Schools Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Mastering Personalized Learning Personalized learning is transforming students learning experiences. Let’s talk about implementation and finally reach all of our students while also making the process manageable for teachers. Presenter: Rae Hughart Organization: Teach Better Team Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon How To Videos On YouTube Learn more about How To Videos On YouTube, how to create them, and why they are trending in 2021 in search results. We will cover world-renowned videos for both learning and YouTube Ads for business. Presenter: Benjamin Kepner Organization: Global Social Media Marketing Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Level Up Google Forms Google Forms are awesome! You can save time when collecting data, creating lesson plans, filling out IEPs and evals, and even create a searchable database. The possibilities are nearly endless! Presenter: Emily Thomas Organization: Northeast Metro Intermediate School District Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon World-Class Classrooms with Google Arts and Culture Google Arts and Culture: a great environment learning and experiencing other cultures worldwide, with applications for history, social studies, art, and music, providing lesson plans and activities. Presenter: Jim Ekrut Organization: www.ncce.org Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Augmented Learning: A New Reality In this presentation we will explore the use of Augmented Reality in the classroom and the importance of giving this technology a space within curriculum. Presenter: Alfonso Mendoza Jr. Organization: Sharyland ISD Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Sheets Sans Numbers, Using Spreadsheets Across the Curriculum If you only think numbers when you think spreadsheets you're missing out on a great tool for teaching across the curriculum. My “W.o.W.” sheet helps students better understand & learn information. Presenter: Anthony Luscre Organization: ZT Learn Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon The Chromebook Classroom The Chromebook Classroom may be a new & scary place for you. This presentation will share tips, tricks, & tools to make your Chromebook Classroom more efficient, engaging, & not as overwhelming. Presenter: Melinda Cales Organization: Cleveland Heights High School Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Using Mote for Voice Feedback and Comments Come take a tour of Mote and Google Workspace. We'll be hands-on with Forms, Gmail, Docs, Classroom and more using the Mote extension for voice feedback and comments. Presenter: Lisa Thumann Organization: Millburn Township Public Schools Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Virtual Field Trips Students can explore the world from your classroom! We'll explore Google Earth Projects, Nearpod VR lessons and others that allow students to embark on a Virtual Field Trip! Presenter: Dan Niessen Organization: NEOnet Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Start Google Classroom on the Right Foot Google Classroom is perfect for the digital classroom. I'll share 8 "Big Ideas" so you set up Google Classroom, in a way that is right for you, from the beginning. Let's take the first step together! Presenter: Sarah Kiefer Organization: Ross Local School District Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Tik Tok: Time to Get in on This Tool Tik Tok is a free, easy-to-use tool that you can use to make quick videos for your classroom (without using the social media aspect). Download the app, create an account, & become a Tik Tok Teacher. Presenter: Amy Roediger Organization: Mentor Public Schools Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Make it Gorgeous Attendees will learn simple strategies to change the way they think about their online lessons and will learn strategies to engage students through beautifully curated lessons. Presenter: Matthew Mays Organization: Stark County Educational Service Center Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Dynamic Tools for the Math Classroom This session will focus on incorporating Desmos and other tools in a student-centered math classroom. Teachers will take on the role of a student leveraging dynamic math tools for problem solving. Presenter: Chris McCaffrey Organization: Wilson SD & Kiker Learning Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Working Smarter (Not Harder) in the Virtual Learning Environment Participants will learn how to use technology & tricks in order to work smarter (not harder) in the virtual learning environment. Engaging, free virtual activities for students will be demonstrated. Presenter: Dr. Krista Welz Organization: North Bergen School District Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Podcasting With Your Students Podcasting is one of the fastest growing mediums in the world. In this session, we’ll collaborate your own podcast episode and explore how to integrate it in your content focused classroom! Presenter: Jeff Gargas, Rae Hughart Organization: Teach Better Team Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon Google Slides for Interactive Teaching and Learning Are you looking for ways to make your teaching and learning interactive? In Google Slides you are able to make interactive lessons, hidden pictures, discussion boards and more. Presenter: Kari Moulton Organization: Bourbonnais Elementary School District #53 Tech Level: Advanced - requires previous experience / knowledge with topic by attendee 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon 21 Chrome Extensions for Educators in 2021 With so many tools out there it can be hard to find the right extension for you. In this session you'll get a quick breakdown of 21 must have Chrome extensions for every educator! Presenter: Steve Szumanski Organization: Wyandotte Public Schools Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon From Passive to Active Learning with Nearpod Join this session to engage with Nearpod to experience how to make learning more active, support emerging voices, and provide choices for diverse learners. Presenter: Leticia Citizen Organization: Hawthorne School Tech Level: Novice - introduction / basics 🎞️ Live Meet Link: Coming soon 📝 Session Resources: Google Document link ✅ Certificate of Completion: Coming soon |