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Monday, December 12
 

10:30am CST

Creating Global Learners in the 4 C's Classroom.
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Learn how communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity can be used to create global learners. A White Bear Lake Pilot third grade classroom and their partnership with ANA School in Haiti will be highlighted. During this session, we will have a Google Hangout with ANA School, Otter Lake Elementary and TIES 16!
Speakers
avatar for Steve Asper

Steve Asper

Technology Support Manager, White Bear Lake Area Schools
I work with all things Google; Apps, Chromebooks, Android tablets. I like working with teachers and students to discover new tools and ways to personalize learning for students.
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LuAnne Oklobzija

Digital Learning Specialist, White Bear Lake Area Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Developing a 'New Student' Technology Boot Camp with Schoology
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Help new students become successful in your 1:1 classroom. Being new has always been difficult, but adding a tech classroom to a student that is coming from a traditional classroom, makes even tougher on the "new kid." See a developed a Schoology course to help them get up to speed!
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Brad Scherer

Instruction Technology Specialist, Sartell Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Gamifying Math Fact Mastery: ThatQuiz/QR Mashup!
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Ignite student engagement and fuel academic achievement with QR Codes and That Quiz! Using these tools will gamify the mastery and assessment of basic math facts (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division). We will share our experiences from a third grade classroom, but these tools are great in other content areas too!
Speakers
avatar for Stephanie Draayer

Stephanie Draayer

Palmer Lake Elementary Technology Integration Specialist, Osseo Area Schools
I am a Technology Integration Specialist at Palmer Lake Elementary - Osseo Area Schools. Half of my job is instructing Technology classes as a specialist, and half of my day is spent working on professional development and coaching and collaborating with teachers. I spent my first... Read More →

Monday December 12, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

My Hero Sphero - Using Sphere Robots in the Classroom
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See how Sphere robots are being used to engage elementary students and teach students about the basics of coding using the SPRK app. Try out some of the different robot models available and see how a drag-drop program can teach how easy it is to learn about robots.
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Athas

Aaron Athas

Library Media Specialist, Eau Claire Area School District

Monday December 12, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Using Digital Formative Assessments to Differentiate in Math
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Help develop the right mind set with your students by using digital formative assessment tools to help them assess their own learning while giving them choices on how they practice the different math concepts. Plus, discuss where this technology will lead students in the future.
Speakers
avatar for Zach Eidelbes

Zach Eidelbes

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools
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Courtney Menden

Math Teacher, Shakopee Public Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Using Digital Tools: Student Self-Reflection & Self-Assessment
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Teaching your students how to evaluate their own learning increases their understanding and involves them in the assessment process. Explore tools that can help your students engage in meaningful self-reflection that will also impact instruction in the classroom. You will be able to try out many apps and websites that work on multiple platforms. Experience self-reflection using Recap, Desmos, Explain Everything, Padlet, Tellagami, Thinglink and more!  
Speakers
avatar for Brianna Buck

Brianna Buck

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools
As a Digital Learning Coach I love helping teachers incorporate technology into their classroom. My favorite is being with the elementary students. As an Apple Distinguished Educator I have a passion for finding new ways to use iPads in the classroom.

Monday December 12, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 6
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

iPad Photo Club: Build Your Students' Voices Through Photography
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Take learning outside the classroom by offering a photo club. This session will highlight fifth graders taking part in the photo club during recess, one time per week using iPads, but the idea can easily be adopted for other grade levels and meeting either before or after school.
Speakers
avatar for Donna Ohlgren

Donna Ohlgren

Library Media Specialist, Rush Creek Elementary
Library Media Specialist at Osseo Area Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Lightning Fast Chromebook Distribution
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Last year, White Bear Lake Area Schools handed out 290 Chromebooks in 27 minutes using Google Forms and several Add-ons. This year, we handed out 1,100 in 90 minutes to two grade levels! One grade level received new Chromebooks while the other received the same exact device they had last year. See how we did it and our strategy on how we plan to do even better next Fall!_x000B_
Speakers
avatar for Steve Asper

Steve Asper

Technology Support Manager, White Bear Lake Area Schools
I work with all things Google; Apps, Chromebooks, Android tablets. I like working with teachers and students to discover new tools and ways to personalize learning for students.

Monday December 12, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 6
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

TED Talks In Elementary Education: Student Voice and Leadership
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Utilize TED Talks to build students' leadership skills. Utilize genius hour as an opportunity for students to do public speaking simply centered around genius and passion. Students will craft their own writing and elevate their own voice throughout the course of the school year.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Horst

Kimberly Horst

Middle School Math & 1-6 Technology Education, Legacy Christian Academy
Engaging learners is exciting! I continue to do this through room design as well as through Geniushour. I look forward to meeting you and learning about how you engage learners!

Monday December 12, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Upgrading the Learning Journal to the Digital Age
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Move beyond the notebook to share a story or document the learning process in a simple digital format using the Numbers App. You will engage with and learn about this great content authoring tool by creating your own story in Numbers.
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Barb Erickson

Staff Development, District 279
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Monday December 12, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Using ChatterPix to Capture Your Students Learning
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Differentiate with Chatterbix to capture your students' learning.This FREE iPad app can be used for assessments, research papers or opinion pieces. This app will enhance the standards you are currently addressing in your classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Ashlie Jacobs

Ashlie Jacobs

Intergrationists/ Computer Teacher, West Central School District
I have been a 3-5th computer teacher and technology integrationist in the West Central School District in South Dakota. I love bring technology into all aspects of the school.
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Sarah Weber

Differentiation Instruction Coach, West Central School District

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Monday December 12, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Using Scrum and Agile Software to Help Give Your Students a Voice
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Help your students share their passions using Scrum and Agile Software. By scaffolding, these digital tools may be used with the younger elementary aged students. This session will feature an example of an after school Technology Club for students in second through fourth grade.
Speakers
avatar for Nichole Miller

Nichole Miller

Technology Integration, South Washington County Schools
Nichole Miller has received her M. Ed. in Learning Technologies from the University of Minnesota after spending time in the corporate world supporting technology. She has been directly involved in education for the past 9 years in various capacities including as a Digital Learning... Read More →

Monday December 12, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Apps for Content Integration for Elementary Classrooms
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Explore Apps for Content Integration to engage students in personalized learning, expand their creativity and ensure equitable achievement for all students through digital learning. Come explore a variety of apps and engage in possible applications for various content areas.
Speakers
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UYEN SANDERS SANDERS

STAFF DEVELOPMENT, Osseo Area Schools
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Laura Wagenman

Staff Development Assessment Specialist, Osseo Area Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Assessments Made Easy through Seesaw
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Build report card assessments using Seesaw. See "real" examples on how assessments can be shared with students.
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Sara Connell

Kindergarten Teacher, ISD 720

Monday December 12, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Engaging Learners Through Fung Shui Design Elements In The Classroom
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Transform your classroom by using Fung Shui design methods. You will be shown how to create a positive energy space for you students. Your new design will promote learning, creativity and even support student health.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly Horst

Kimberly Horst

Middle School Math & 1-6 Technology Education, Legacy Christian Academy
Engaging learners is exciting! I continue to do this through room design as well as through Geniushour. I look forward to meeting you and learning about how you engage learners!

Monday December 12, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Integrate STEM and PBL into Your Daily Teaching
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Transform and enhance student learning by developing a STEAM Maker Campus. By using this model, teachers can integrate PBL and STEAM into their daily teaching. A variety of tools, lessons, and hands-on experiences will be shared to allow you to see all aspects of our maker campus.
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Stacy Busta

Classroom Teacher, Breckenridge Elementary School
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Monday December 12, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Sphero: Gutter Edition
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Build engagement with your students by programming Sphero! Come learn how to make Sphero follow your commands!
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JT

Monday December 12, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 6
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Oh the Places you can go in Minecraft
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View how students interact on-line and practice being a safe digital citizen- at the same time simulating a collaborative building project with other players. Learn the search methods for teams to advance to the next clue and find the escape exit from the library.
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Tracy Pearson

Media Specialist, Edina Public Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Using Google Drive to Improve Student Writing
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Share and model texts for your students using Google Drive. Plus, see how to give instant feedback to your students while they are composing their own writing assignments.
Speakers
avatar for Kurt Reynolds

Kurt Reynolds

English Teacher, Independent School District 564
I am happily married to the most amazing person in the world, Kristie (she also happens to be the smartest, funniest, and hardest working person I have ever met). I am also blessed with four amazing kids: Casey, KoKo, Kenzie, and Cash. When I am not with them, I am teaching high school... Read More →

Monday December 12, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Using Social Media for Professional Growth
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Use Twitter (and other social media tools) as key vehicles for coaching and modeling for personal and professional development growth. Topics covered include: education as a second career; making major career changes within the education field; speaking, presenting, and leading professional development of others; and coaching and mentoring protegees.
Speakers
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Art La Flamme

Instructor, Angelo State University
Art La Flamme is a former Army officer who has spent most of the last 25 years working in intelligence and leading Soldiers. He deployed seven times with the Army, four of those to Iraq, and is recognized as an expert on Iraq and the Middle East, and other topics such as counterinsurgency... Read More →
avatar for Kory Graham

Kory Graham

Elementary Innovations Teacher, Byron Public Schools
After 20+ years of classroom teaching in all levels K-6, I am in my second year of being the Innovations Specialist in the Byron School District, teaching grades 1-5. Making this exciting jump allows me to pursue my passion. I am extremely passionate about improving teaching and learning... Read More →

Monday December 12, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Using the Numbers App to Create Student Self-Assessments
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Create student self-assessments to focus instruction and involve students in the learning process by using the Numbers app. This tool also encourages collaboration in the classroom.
Speakers
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UYEN SANDERS SANDERS

STAFF DEVELOPMENT, Osseo Area Schools
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Laura Wagenman

Staff Development Assessment Specialist, Osseo Area Schools

Monday December 12, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

#MNlead Tweet Up
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Build your PLN with Twitter. Join a session of #MNLead, a weekly twitter chat focusing on leadership, pedagogy, and technology. Discuss a topic through a series of questions in small groups, then post ideas on Twitter. Become part of the conversation as we work together to transform education in Minnesota.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Ament

Michelle Ament

Director of Instruction & Professional Learning & Instruction
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Bret Domstrand

Principal, Lake Marion Elementary
I am a 3rd year principal at Lake Marion Elementary in Lakeville, MN. I have a special education and technology background. I'm always looking for ways to push professional development and educational practices.

Monday December 12, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

Encourage Goal-Setting with GPS LifePlan
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Set goals with GPS LifePlan (goals+plans=success), a FREE holistic resource, dedicated to helping students stay in school and graduate. Explore the platform and repository available on all devices.
Speakers
avatar for Randy LaFoy

Randy LaFoy

GPS LifePlan Coordinator, Century College
GPS LifePlan Media Coordinator, Century College. I just published a book. You can find out more about this book at kidiary.comIt doesn’t interest me what you do for a living. I want to know what you ache for and if you dare to dream of meeting your heart’s longing.

Monday December 12, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

Hands On With Exploros: Making It Work
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Enrich your classroom with Exploros, the free platform the provides Learning Experiences to support teachers with 1:1 instruction. We will sign up for Exploros, explore the Learning Exchange, learn about how to assign classes and connect students, and answer your questions.
Speakers
avatar for Dawn Nelson

Dawn Nelson

Library Media Specialist, Oak View Elementary School, Osseo Area Schools
Dawn Nelson loves sharing books and technology with students at Oak View Elementary School in Maple Grove. Besides her day job, she enjoys music, cooking, sailing, and spending time with friends and family.

Monday December 12, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

iPad Apps for Bilingual/Multilingual Literacy Across Content Areas
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Step up to a new level in your Bilingual classroom with ThingLink, Aurasma and Explain Everything. These engaging and visual digital tools will help build confidence in your students learning English.
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AG

Monday December 12, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 6
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

The Five Digital Tools I Can't Teach Without
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Incorporate these five digital tools which are vital to teaching in a 1:1 classroom: Blogger, Storify, Padlet, TED Ed, and Piktochart. See how these tools redefined my classroom. Bring a lesson plan and your own device to this session, so you can return to your classroom ready to go!
Speakers
avatar for Kurt Reynolds

Kurt Reynolds

English Teacher, Independent School District 564
I am happily married to the most amazing person in the world, Kristie (she also happens to be the smartest, funniest, and hardest working person I have ever met). I am also blessed with four amazing kids: Casey, KoKo, Kenzie, and Cash. When I am not with them, I am teaching high school... Read More →

Monday December 12, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

The Paperless Classroom: Improved efficiency, Instant feedback, Less waste!
Resource Page
Discover the apps, web pages and resources to help you go paperless in your classroom. Although it is still an evolving process, discover the successes and challenges that we have encountered in our process to go paperless.
Speakers
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Malachi Johnson

5th Grade Teacher, Rochester Public Schools
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Monday December 12, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation
 
Tuesday, December 13
 

10:30am CST

Become an Apple Teacher
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Become an Apple Teacher! This new program provides a self-paced learning experience with tips, inspiration, news, and learning materials to help teachers unlock the magic of iPad, Mac, and built-in apps in the classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Brianna Buck

Brianna Buck

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools
As a Digital Learning Coach I love helping teachers incorporate technology into their classroom. My favorite is being with the elementary students. As an Apple Distinguished Educator I have a passion for finding new ways to use iPads in the classroom.
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Zach Eidelbes

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools

Tuesday December 13, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Connecting Across the World with Interactive Video Conferencing
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Engage your students with a collaborative video conference project gives you and your students an opportunity to learn with another school or classroom. You will participate in a live video conference during this session to model how to bring experts into your classroom. Resources for locating providers will also be provided.
Speakers
avatar for Jon Larson

Jon Larson

Instructional Technology Specialist, ECMECC
Twitter: @ecmeccjon

Tuesday December 13, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Customizing Lessons for Communications and Media Literacy
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Build communications and media literacy skills through photography. Learn how to use iWork software and iTunes U to create multimedia lessons that are customized to meet the needs of your students while achieving the district communication and media literacy goals.
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Kara Laird

6th Grade ELA Teacher, West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Eagan
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Tuesday December 13, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

Integrating Technology into Elementary Literacy
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Focus on how to integrate technology into various components of the Reader's Workshop Model, including mini-lesson, guided reading, conferencing, sharing, and interactive read-aloud. This session will focus on elementary literacy, but can be applied to middle school literacy as well.
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KN
avatar for Kathryn Salmela

Kathryn Salmela

Elementary Library Coordinator & Digital Learning Specialist, ISD191: Burnsville-Eagan-Savage
Lover of all things library and tech and strong believer that both empower student learning. Talk to me about school librarians as leaders, innovative vision for the future of school libraries and ed tech, and books with diverse characters offering authentic perspectives.

Tuesday December 13, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

10:30am CST

STEM Challenge Centers
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Foster students' independence and creative spirits by designing purposeful STEM challenges that connect to all subject areas. Seamlessly integrate the technology that you have available into your challenges through versatile tools like QR codes and camera functions.
Speakers
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Sarah Armstrong

Hayes Elementary Kindergarten Teacher, Fridley Public Schools
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Anthony Hansen

Teacher, Fridley Public Schools

Tuesday December 13, 2016 10:30am - 11:20am CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Authentic Assessments in Science
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Open up creativity by putting students take ownership of their own learning. See examples of how to change previously used assessments and created student focused creative options for students.
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Sara Hunt

Tech Coach/Science Teacher, Minnetonka Public Schools
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Frederick Stock

Teacher, Minnetonka Public Schools
I am a middle school science teacher who teaches 6th grade accelerated science, 7th life science and 8th grade earth science.

Tuesday December 13, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Creating Videos to Flip Your Classroom
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Make instructional videos to flip your classroom. Post the videos to YouTube or SeeSaw to remix the classroom setting along with incorporating discussion ideas for your students.
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Heidi Diercks

1st Grade, Kasson Mantorville Elementary
I am a first grade teacher at Kasson-Mantorville Elementary School. I have been in the process of doing an "in-class" flip for the past two years in math. I learn more about it every year! This year I am using the Seesaw and Explain Everything apps to make my videos, and through... Read More →

Tuesday December 13, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Engaging Students with QR Codes
Resource Page
Integrate QR Codes into your classroom to engage your students. We will share a multitude ways to bring learning to life with QR Codes that have had proven results.
Speakers
avatar for Ashlie Jacobs

Ashlie Jacobs

Intergrationists/ Computer Teacher, West Central School District
I have been a 3-5th computer teacher and technology integrationist in the West Central School District in South Dakota. I love bring technology into all aspects of the school.
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Sarah Weber

Differentiation Instruction Coach, West Central School District

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Tuesday December 13, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Going 1:1 with Chromebooks in Middle School
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Transform your Middle School by going 1:1. A detailed guide will be provided to help you embark on a new path of teaching - from procedures, to creating a student technician group, and even showing you how to build digital citizenship among your students. All this and more to prepare for this learning adventure!
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Michael Mades

Director of Technology, Sun Prairie School District

Tuesday December 13, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

11:45am CST

Introduction to Scratch: Develop Coding Skills in the Elementary Classroom
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Teach students to code in the digital platform, Scratch! Your students will illustrate their narratives by learning the simple coding techniques. The example will use the common narrative writing assignment for fourth grade students, but you can use an assignment from your own lesson plans.
Speakers
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Mitch Jacobson

4th Grade Teacher, Richfield Public Schools

Tuesday December 13, 2016 11:45am - 12:35pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Flipping Your Math Classroom
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Get valuable insight as to what a flipped classroom can do for learners. This presentation will reveal the results of a program evaluation after two years of “flipping” a 7th grade math cohort. Students, parents and teachers were all part of the research.
Speakers
avatar for Derik Gustafson

Derik Gustafson

Tech Integration, Ellis
I am a middle school technology coach in Austin, MN, serving a diverse 7th-8th grade school. My goal as a technology coach is to help teachers and students become more engaged in the learning taking place in our school.

Tuesday December 13, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Teachers' Evaluations of the Usability, Relevancy, and Social Participation of Professional Development Resource Sites
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Curating the right content online by analyzing the Teachers' Evaluations of the Usability, Relevancy, and Social Participation of Professional Development Resource Sites study. Find the right websites and resources that are important in building an online community. through contributing content and/or discovering the proper content for your classroom.
Speakers
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Richard Beach

Professor Emeritus, University of Minnesota, University of Minnesota
Research interests: literacy practices and identity construction; uses of digital literacies, particularly iPad app affordances; teaching secondary literature/writing; literacy practices and CCSS implementation
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Kris Isaacson

Lecturer, University of Wisconsin-Stout

Tuesday December 13, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

The Elementary Evolution: Bringing our School into the 21st Century Intentionally
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Create a tech-infused learning environment that promotes creative, collaborative, and critical thinking in students. Learn how to build this environment school wide through a multi-year process.
Speakers
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Blake Henely

Technology Integration Coach, Austin Public Schools
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Josh McRae

Tech Integrationist, Austin Public Schools
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Dewey Schara

Principal, IJ Holton Intermediate

Tuesday December 13, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

12:50pm CST

Using Seesaw to Create a Home/School Connection
Resource Page
Integrate technology into your curriculum by using the free app, Seesaw. This session will demonstrate how Seesaw can be used to create a home/school connection in grades K-5.
Speakers
avatar for Mary Casserly

Mary Casserly

Digital Learning Specialist, ISD 191
Nothing gets me more excited then to talk about using technology in the classroom. As a Digital Learning Specialist I get to teach all the students, K-5, in my school, in addition I also have the opportunity to coach the teachers with their use of technology in their classrooms... Read More →

Tuesday December 13, 2016 12:50pm - 1:40pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

3-D Printing Takes Learning to a New Dimension
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Examine using a 3-D Printer at your school in the school library and/or for specific curriculum. Plus, break into small groups to share and brainstorm experiences and possibilities for student learning.
Speakers
CS

Tuesday December 13, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Classroom Cribs
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Does your classroom design help meet student learning goals? Does it encourage creativity, collaboration, critical thinking and communication? Empower students by giving them choices in the space they learn. This poster session will give tools to design and declutter classroom spaces for student learning. _x000B_
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LuAnne Oklobzija

Digital Learning Specialist, White Bear Lake Area Schools

Tuesday December 13, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 6
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Fantasy Learning (Think Fantasy Football, but for Learning)
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Bring the excitement of Fantasy Football to the classroom. Discover how to apply the concept of fantasy sports to your students creating ownership in their learning. The example given will be for a middle school geography class, but may be applied to various content areas.
Speakers
avatar for Joe Klumper

Joe Klumper

Teacher, Harrisburg School District

Tuesday December 13, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

In-class Field Trips with Google Tour Builder
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Make your lessons about far-away places come to life with Google's BETA version of Tour Builder. In this session, educators will see how two high school teachers incorporated Tour Builder, which is a blend of Google Earth, Google Images and YouTube, into a Spanish class to aid with literacy skills. Plus, you will be given time to make your own tour to use in your classes immediately.
Speakers
avatar for Luke Feierabend

Luke Feierabend

Tech Integration Specialist, Monticello High School
When it comes to my career, I'm very passionate about 3 things: creating positive relationships with students and staff, sharing my love of world geography, and trialing cool educational technologies. Outside of my job, my wife (Jenn... she's a tech all-star) and I have 3 boys and... Read More →

Tuesday December 13, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Power Up! STEM, Video Game Design, and MaKeyMaKey for K-12 Students
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Experience how K-12 students can create, collaborate, and troubleshoot to make their own video game and game controller. Utilizing Chromebooks, MakeyMakeys, Sploder.com, and common household items students are able to explore concepts like game physics, conductivity, and the design process. YOU will be creating your own video game and/or game controller!
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avatar for Alexander Tofte

Alexander Tofte

Digital Learning Specialist, Burnsville-Eagan-Savage ISD 191
I have been an upper elementary educator for 7 years in the Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School district. I am passionate about educational technology and trying new ideas and resources with my students. I have experience connnecting STEM and Language Arts standards to engaging, interactive... Read More →

TIES Conference 2016 MaKeY MaKeY Your Own Video Game pptx
Tuesday December 13, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

1:55pm CST

Real Coding for Students through Bitsbox
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Learn how to have your students program video games, puzzles, drawing tools, music apps, simulations, and much more. With Bitsbox, students learn to program by creating fun apps that work on computers and gadgets like iPads, iPhones and Android tablets. The experience starts with some guidance, first showing learners exactly what to type, then quickly encouraging them to modify and expand their apps by typing in new commands. May contain commercial content.
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JR

Tuesday December 13, 2016 1:55pm - 2:45pm CST
Poster Table 5
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

EMPOWAR - Empower learners with AR (Augmented Reality)
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Empower your students with Augmented Reality! AR allows for engaging, interactive, and creative experiences for students. See how to bring learning to life with "real" examples. Plus, leave with a list of resources to start Augmenting Reality in your classroom.
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AG
AJ

Andrea Johnson

Teacher, West Central School District

Tuesday December 13, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 3
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

Interact with Aurasma
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Interact with students, parents and colleagues with Aurasma which incorporates augmented reality with code scanning. Find out what Aurasma can do for you and how to create it for your students. This makes learning fun!
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AG
AJ

Andrea Johnson

Teacher, West Central School District

Tuesday December 13, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 4
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

Personalizing the Kindergarten Classroom
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Personalize your lessons to kindergartners. Learn from us, as we share our successful way of integrating a system to truly personalize your approach in working with your students.
Speakers
avatar for Brianna Buck

Brianna Buck

Digital Learning Coach, Shakopee Public Schools
As a Digital Learning Coach I love helping teachers incorporate technology into their classroom. My favorite is being with the elementary students. As an Apple Distinguished Educator I have a passion for finding new ways to use iPads in the classroom.
KL

Kellie Lewis

Teacher, ISD 192

Tuesday December 13, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 2
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation

3:00pm CST

Step Up your Symbaloo
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Organize and create with Symbaloo, a free web tool! In addition to creating webmixes, we will discuss the newest feature, a lesson plan creation tool which makes creating and organizing your lesson plans easy and fun, and with a great gaming style!
Speakers
avatar for Laurie Conzemius

Laurie Conzemius

Ed Tech Consultant, Laurie Conzemius LLC
I love discussing the tools, resources, and technologies that can improve teaching and learning. I feel fortunate to represent Minnesota educators as an ISTE (International Society for Technology in Education) board member. Ask me about our resources - and join me at the premier international... Read More →

SymbalooEDU Presentation PPT new ppt
Tuesday December 13, 2016 3:00pm - 3:50pm CST
Poster Table 1
  General Conference Session, 50 Minute Poster presentation
 
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