A. Intrigued by their Own Likeness: Digital Self-Portraits – Part 1
Joy Kipp and Kathy Gallagher
What subject fascinates kids more than themselves? What is a user-friendly way to
combine art and technology? This session will provide a demonstration of a simple way
to manipulate photographs using digital photography and readily available digital
imaging software. In the spirit of Andy Warhol's celebrity pop series, we will create a
series of self-portraits that vary in effects and colors. Participants will have time for
hands on participation. The techniques presented can be used for personal and
professional use as well as in the classroom with students.
B. Telling Stories the Digital Way
Sandy Lathem
Heard of digital storytelling and want to know more? In this session, you’ll see examples
of digital stories and how teachers are using them in their classrooms. We’ll look at a
couple of examples and then turn our attention to how they are created. We’ll explore the
software you need (both on Apples and Windows), methods of construction, the “basics”
of editing a story, and logistical concerns with digital storytelling projects. This session
will provide a solid overview of this technique and provide a list of resources to help you
learn more.
C. A One-to-One Laptop Initiative in a Small School: Impacts on Regular- and
Special-Ed Classrooms
Paul Smith
Teachers in both regular and special education classrooms at Oak Grove School in
Brattleboro will discuss the impact on learning of a three-year one-to-one laptop initiative
for 3-6th graders. Some interesting similarities and differences have emerged in the
course of implementing the project. Teachers will compare and contrast the hurdles and
the successes of the program, currently in its second year.
D. Knuffle Bunny Reinvented
Linda Sommerville & Leah LaRock
Using the Red Clover book Knuffle Bunny by Mo Willems as inspiration, fifth and sixth
grade students at Neshobe School in Brandon wrote stories, used digital photographs, and
drew simple characters to create unique picture books. Addressing writing and
technology standards, this project stretched students and staff alike. Find out how we did
this, and what our biggest challenges turned out to be!
E. Movie Making: Bring Your Research Papers to Life
Bill Wight
Students love making movies. With music, still images and voice over straight out of
their research papers, students can make a "Ken Burns" style documentary in just a few
class periods. This project allows you to bring authentic use to students' research.
Photostory 3 is simple and intutive and produces professional looking movies. You'll
receive project handouts, "how to" tips and practical advice form someone who has been
down the road before.
F. InternEtional Education: Getting Connected with a Purpose
Gary Furlong
Do you ever wonder how to make better use of the Internet to connect your students
with students in other countries? Do you wonder how the Internet can be used to build
reading and writing skills? This workshop, taught by a Milton High School history
teacher, will show you how the iEARN (International Education and Research Network)
program can bring a global focus to your classroom. In iEARN, students collaborate with
students from around the world on projects that are connected to curriculum and that
enhance learning. We will discuss how iEARN works and supports the Vermont GE’s
and considerations for implementing the program in your classroom.
G. Content + Technology in the Text-less Classroom or, how I kicked my textbook
habit
Eli Rosenberg
Get rid of your textbook! This session is a look at the future of teaching. We will go over
the rationale for dumping textbooks, and then we will examine several student-tested
ideas for how to teach quality content and process without ever opening a
textbook. The presenter is a science teacher, but the lessons are applicable across the
curriculum.
H. “How Do You Think Out of the Box When There is No Box?”
Greg Thweatt
Death, taxes, and technology changing … all three are constants. With so much
emphasis on integration, implementation, and professional development little time is
given to the implication of change. This workshop will offer time to discuss how
technology has itself impacted our view of change while brainstorming ways that can
help foster growth in the learning process.
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