Be creative with these online tools:
• Wordle
• Voki
• Snowflake maker
• Doodles
• Tagxedo
• Picasso Head
Skill level: Novice, very basic skills taught, with a focus on breaking down the steps. Participants should be comfortable using Windows.
Working in the google cloud, exploring the options including:
• Google Docs
• Google Calendar
• Google site
• Sharing information
Skill level: Aspiring-This class moves at a little quicker pace. Knowledge of the topic is optional, however you should have a comfort level working in Windows & using the Internet.
Please note, 1 hour class gives time for an overview only.
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and dive deeper into the English Language Arts Common Core Standards? Then this workshop is for you! We will provide administrators, curriculum coordinators and teacher leaders with a:
• Brief description of the rationale for the Common Core Standards,
• Deeper Understanding of Common Core
• Common Core Standards Alignment Process
• Resources and Tools to Assist in Designing Lessons and Assessments
• Implementation Options for Administrators
• Lessons Learned from Administrators Working with the CCSS
• Overview of upcoming ELA training opportunities
***Please note, $10 registration fee is non-refundable.***
Session includes information for both elementary and secondary teachers Topics:
• Endorsements
• Requirements for certification and maintaining certification
This one hour presentation will explain the what, why and how of formative assessment. During the hour, you will get ideas for using formative assessment that you can take back and use tomorrow. You will leave with a comfortable understanding of Formative Assessment and how it will be an essential part of your transition to the Common Core State Standards.
This 1 hr presentation will focus on a brief history of the Common Core, the organization of ELA standards, and the impact of ELA’s essential shifts on instructional practices. Examples of statewide support templates and website resources will be available.
Are you curious about the transition to Common Core Math Standards and what it means for you and your students? If so, come with your colleagues and explore the possibilities through an overview and find out ways you can make it happen!
Learn a variety of tips & tricks:
• How to save online images
• How to upload photos
• How to convert digital files
• How to save audio and video from the Internet & insert into software
Skill level: Aspiring, this class moves at a quicker pace. Knowledge of the topic is optional, however you should have a comfort level working in Windows & using the Internet.
Please note: Participants may bring a laptop or use an onsite computer.
This one hour presentation will explain the what, why and how of formative assessment. During the hour, you will get ideas for using formative assessment that you can take back and use tomorrow. You will leave with a comfortable understanding of Formative Assessment and how it will be an essential part of your transition to the Common Core State Standards.
This 1 hr presentation will focus on a brief history of the Common Core, the organization of ELA standards, and the impact of ELA’s essential shifts on instructional practices. Examples of statewide support templates and website resources will be available.
Ehren Jarrett & Dan WoestmanAdministrators' Academy
This course directly ties into the 21st Century Skills of Information and Media Technology. The focus will be on the process of creating and delivering effective presentations. Participants will learn a replicable process for taking complicated information and presenting to staff and key stakeholders in a relevant and memorable format. They will also develop the ability to identify the principles that underlie powerful presentations. The course will be divided into 5 segments: storytelling, storyboarding, sharpening the design, shaping with technology and selling the presentation. New skills and design knowledge will enhance the ability to tell stories and impart essential information in an efficient manner. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit available, however, any educator may attend.
This one hour presentation will explain the what, why and how of formative assessment. During the hour, you will get ideas for using formative assessment that you can take back and use tomorrow. You will leave with a comfortable understanding of Formative Assessment and how it will be an essential part of your transition to the Common Core State Standards.
Rich Gurnett / Angela EllisGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This course offers educators the opportunity to reflect on their teaching practice and network with peers to improve instruction. The Illinois Professional Teaching Standards, “Best Practices” in lesson planning and delivery, assessment strategies, managing anti-social behavior of students, teacher expectations, brain compatible strategies for effective instruction, and classroom environment/management will be covered in depth.
Participants may pair “Reflections on Teaching” (2 credit hours) with “Reflections on Learning” (2 credit hours), to meet the 4 credit hour Self Assessment of the Teaching Practice option for certificate renewal. Both courses must be taken for college credit in the same renewal cycle.
Prezi 101
• Create an account and begin to use
• Learn to create your own presentations
• Learn the basics along with some presentation etiquette tips and classroom ideas
Skill Level: Aspiring, this class will move at a quick pace. Knowledge of the topic is optional, however you should have a comfort level working in Windows and using the internet.
***Please note $10 Registration fee is non-refundable.***
Session includes information for both elementary and secondary teachers. Topics:
• Rejuvenating yourself and your classroom
• Keeping "the lid on" and keeping it fresh through the end of the year
Are you curious about the transition to Common Core Math Standards and what it means for you and your students? If so, come with your colleagues and explore the possibilities through an overview and find out ways you can make it happen!
Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and dive deeper into the English Language Arts Common Core Standards? Then this workshop is for you! We will provide administrators, curriculum coordinators and teacher leaders with a:
• Brief description of the rationale for the Common Core Standards,
• Deeper Understanding of Common Core
• Common Core Standards Alignment Process
• Resources and Tools to Assist in Designing Lessons and Assessments
• Implementation Options for Administrators
• Lessons Learned from Administrators Working with the CCSS
• Overview of upcoming ELA training opportunities
If you will need hotel accommodations, a block of rooms under the Winter Series title are reserved at the rate of $70 + tax at the Holiday Inn - Rockford (next to Giovanni's), 815-398-2200. (Room block will be released on March 25th)
Animoto 101:
• Create an account and begin to use
• Learn to upload photos & add music
• Ideas for how to use in the classroom
Skill level: Savvy, this does not mean you are an expert in technology, but you should have a high comfort level for using Windows & working on the Internet. The class will move quickly, focusing specifically on the topic program.
Are you curious about the transition to Common Core Math Standards and what it means for you and your students? If so, come with your colleagues and explore the possibilities through an overview and find out ways you can make it happen!
School leaders are under great pressure to produce "right brain" outcomes of student achievement. At the same time, current research reflects the growing need to develop "whole brain" capacity if students are going to be able to succeed in the emerging global economy. In this workshop, participants will learn strategies that can assist in teaching core academics for at-risk students, bright but disengaged students who tend to drop out of school, and students who must be prepared to deal with life by operating from both sides of the brain. This academy will look at the trends that are changing American's role in a global economy, the Six Senses for Right Brain Thinking, how to lead schools in integrating those senses with left brain application and bring the whole brain learning.
ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY training but any educator may attend.
This 1 hr presentation will focus on a brief history of the Common Core, the organization of ELA standards, and the impact of ELA’s essential shifts on instructional practices. Examples of statewide support templates and website resources will be available.
Susan Bohn / Dan BohnGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
An interactive whiteboard is much more than a replacement for a chalkboard or overhead projector! The training will use presentation, demonstration, guided practice, and hands-on activities to teach the following topics: setting up a whiteboard, using the whiteboard with Microsoft Office, creating student-centered lessons and multimedia activities, and recording whiteboard presentations for playback. SmartBoards and Smart Notebook software will be used for this session.
Using the Survey of Enacted Curriculum (SEC), comparisons can be made to state, national and international standards, Illinois Learning Standards, ACT College Readiness Standards and the Common Core Standards. The SEC can be used as a data collection and reporting model that school leaders and teachers can use to compare classroom practice and instructional content at the grade, building, district, state and national levels. Participants will be familiarized with the potential of this online tool to support planning and decision-making in the areas of curriculum, instruction and professional development. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY CREDIT available, however, any educator may attend.
Elizabeth Hand / Catherine WilsonGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
“Reflections on Learning” will give teachers the opportunity to network with peers and reflect on how students learn. In a series of four summer sessions, the class will help teachers look at the learning styles of their students and implement strategies to help students be more effective in the classroom. By investigating the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards and applying them to how students learn most effectively, teachers will look to improve their instructional delivery by reflective activities, readings, and discussion with other teachers.
Participants may pair “Reflections on Learning” (2 credit hours) with “Reflections on Teaching” (2 credit hours), to meet the 4 credit hour Self Assessment of the Teaching Practice option for certificate renewal. Both courses must be taken for college credit in the same renewal cycle.
Susan Bohn / Dan BohnGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
An interactive whiteboard is much more than a replacement for a chalkboard or overhead projector! The training will use presentation, demonstration, guided practice, and hands-on activities to teach the following topics: setting up a whiteboard, using the whiteboard with Microsoft Office, creating student-centered lessons and multimedia activities, and recording whiteboard presentations for playback. SmartBoards and Smart Notebook software will be used for this session.
Rich Gurnett / Angela EllisGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
Effective teachers know that the number one factor determining student learning is classroom management using a proactive approach. Find out how to foster student involvement and cooperation in all classroom activities, while establishing a productive working environment. Participants will: be able to prepare the climate for effective classroom management; be able to recognize and implement effective and "best" practices in teaching; learn brain compatible strategies for helping students learn more effectively; be able to establish effective student rapport and cooperation. All teachers will benefit from the brain based research and classroom tested activities.
Susan Baker and Anita PlautzAdministrators' Academy
This course will help administrators improve their communication skills during difficult conversations with staff and parents. Participants will learn the strengths and weaknesses of four basic behavior styles and strategies for bringing out the BEST in people at their WORST. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to develop a proactive training plan to help staff understand the impact of behavioral styles on managing difficult personalities in difficult situations and an on-going support system for staff. ADMINISTRATORS' ACADEMY credit, but any educator may attend for CPDUs.
This course will introduce school leaders to the classroom walkthrough as one tool in the improvement of teaching and learning in their schools. Walkthroughs are intended to be separate from any formal teacher evaluation process. School leaders should focus on using this process as a means of engaging teachers in professional conversation and reflection about teaching practices and school-wide goals.
Earle MailandGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
This course is designed for educators who wish to expand their curriculum to include topics related to agriculture - the world's food and fiber system. Focus will be on how to integrate agriculture into math, science, social studies, and language arts. Participants will learn about agriculture and available resources and experience hands-on activities. Applications (available through the Winnebago or Boone County Farm Bureau) must be submitted with registration fee by June 4, 2012.
Susan Bohn / Dan BohnGraduate credit available (additional fee required)
An interactive whiteboard is much more than a replacement for a chalkboard or overhead projector! The training will use presentation, demonstration, guided practice, and hands-on activities to teach the following topics: setting up a whiteboard, using the whiteboard with Microsoft Office, creating student-centered lessons and multimedia activities, and recording whiteboard presentations for playback. SmartBoards and Smart Notebook software will be used for this session.
Save the Date! iThingies are coming to NFI! We are in the planning stages for this session, but topics may include:
Managing iDevices; Policies for a 1:1 environment; Professional development to support iThingy implementation; Classroom management strategies; Most "effective" apps for: Productivity - Multimedia and Creativity - Social Media - Math - Reading - Reference - Subgroups - Social Studies - Fine Arts - Streaming media - eBooks/Textbooks - Organization.
Dinner Wednesday night in Galena is sponsored by H2IT and CISCO Systems!
You must make your own room reservation at Eagle Ridge. Call 1-800-892-2269 and ask for the rooms held for the Learning Technology group to get a special conference rate.
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