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Welcome to IETC 2018 Sched!  Learn, explore and connect with other innovative educators to harness the power of technology and prepare future-ready students!  We’re looking forward to seeing you!

Please note that slight adjustments may be made to the Thursday, Nov. 15 and Friday, Nov. 16 General Conference schedule, so please check back periodically to ensure you’re reading the most current information.  

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Wednesday, November 14
 

8:30am CST

It's the 4Cs
This hands-on and minds-on workshop will give educators an opportunity to explore the 4 Cs (Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking and Creativity) and incorporate them into their classroom in their quest for innovation and risk taking with their students. Bring your own device.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Darche

Kim Darche

Teacher
Kim Darche is a learner above all else and enjoys sharing her learningdiscoveries with other teachers, students, and administration! As an Instructional Learning Coach from Lemont School District 113A and through past experiences, she has been lucky enough to spread that learning... Read More →

Wednesday November 14, 2018 8:30am - 11:30am CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  AM 1/2-Day Workshop

8:30am CST

Connect. Create. Collaborate: Building a Makerspace Lab
Participants will learn how to successfully design and implement a Makerspace that is articulated to foster 21st century learning skills. Topics will include: product selection and reviews, professional development ideas for educators, an arsenal of lesson plans and resources for teachers, and ideas on how to involve your local community. Come learn how District 66's integrated approach to making has helped create students who explore, tinker, invent, and create.
Speakers
JT

Julie Tarvin

Digital Coach, Canton School District 66

Wednesday November 14, 2018 8:30am - 3:30pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Full-Day Workshop

8:30am CST

Crash Course for Your Google “License”
Have you heard the hype about becoming Google Certified but you’re not sure where to start? At this session, Google Certified Trainers will lead through hands-on experiences that will increase your efficiency and expand student learning and creativity in your classroom. As an added bonus, we’ll give you tips and tricks to help you prepare to become a Google Level 1 Certified Educator!
Speakers
VO

Vicki O'Boyle

Community Consolidated School District 15
avatar for Jill Schwartzers

Jill Schwartzers

LRC Teacher
Jill Schwartzers is a Library-Media Director, Google Certified Innovator and Trainer, and a National Board Certified Teacher. She is passionate about creating and presenting professional development that is motivating, differentiated and practical. Jill thrives on collaborating with... Read More →

Wednesday November 14, 2018 8:30am - 3:30pm CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Full-Day Workshop

8:30am CST

CS Fundamentals - Code.org
This training will cover content for six courses of the Code.org CS Fundamentals. You will receive an intro to computer science, pedagogy, overview of the online curriculum, teacher dashboard, and strategies for teaching “unplugged” classroom activities. Workshop attendees will also receive a bag of Code.org swag and a printed curriculum guide containing course lesson plans, as well as classroom supplies for the unplugged activities.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Phelps

Sarah Phelps

Elementary Computer Teacher, Triad CUSD 2
I have been a teacher for the last 10 years. I have always had a passion for STEM education, and recently I became the elementary computer science teacher for our whole district. This program is fairly unique for our area, so I’ve had to do a lot of research in order to produce... Read More →

Wednesday November 14, 2018 8:30am - 3:30pm CST
Plaza C Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Full-Day Workshop

8:30am CST

G Suite for Education Technical Retreat Overview
A day of custom technical training and group discussions focused on best practices and uses of G Suite for Education. This one day technical retreat starts with providing insight into recent technical changes to G Suite, helping your staff stay up to date and knowledgeable on improvements to the environment. That will be followed up with three custom technical deep-dive sessions focusing on specific topics selected by the group. These deep dives will include Admin console settings, approaches and rollout planning as well as common use cases for each topic. The day will be completed with a showcase of tips and useful tools for G Suite administrators to more efficiently manage and gain visibility. Finally a Q&A period rounds off the day to give the opportunity to dive deeper into discussed topics or to explore other questions and aspects of G Suite for Education.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Benson

Melissa Benson

Collaborative Community Lead, CDW Amplified for Education
A Google Workspace Certified Admin with over 14 years of experience in the Google Admin Console with K-12 schools. Melissa brings insights from working within K-12 school districts, being a Google for Education Consultant at Amplified IT, and now with CDW Amplified for Education as... Read More →

Wednesday November 14, 2018 8:30am - 3:30pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Full-Day Workshop

12:30pm CST

Full STEAM Ahead
Science Technology Engineering Art Math. Incorporate STEAM learning at all grade levels. Using STEAM and collaborative learning, students program and create art in the same lesson. Fully embrace STEAM activities, with hands on demonstrations using Code and Go Robot, Lego WeDo and Sphero Sprk+. Learn how to grow your STEAM program as your students grow, from picture coding, to drawing and painting with robots, to block coding and text.

All information for this presentation is available at:

https://sites.google.com/sps186.org/full-steam-ahead-ietc-2018/home 
Speakers
avatar for Erin Sullivan

Full STEAM Ahead pptx
Wednesday November 14, 2018 12:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  PM 1/2-Day Workshop
 
Thursday, November 15
 

8:30am CST

Keynote Presentation: Heart Centered Teaching in a Data Driven World
How can we balance heart centered teaching in a data driven world?  If data is in the driver’s seat, heart centered teaching is the motor that makes the data move forward.  It’s evident that data is driving educational policy and decision making; however, research tells us that teachers matter, relationships matter, and classroom culture impacts student success.  Yet, scores, data, and impersonal technology continue to be an incredibly powerful influence in and out of the classroom. How can we make the impersonal personal and leverage powerful human connections to help grow more than data, to help grow relationships with our students? Heart centered teaching in a data driven, technology driven world is a challenge we must rise to meet.
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Schroeder

Shannon Schroeder

8th LA & District Instructional Technology Coach, Homer 33 C CCSD
Shannon Schroeder is a National Board Certified Teacher who teaches eighth grade Language Arts at Homer Jr. High in Homer Glen. She is a Google Certified Trainer and the district instructional technology coach leader. She is passionate about teaching with craftsmanship, meaningful... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 8:30am - 9:20am CST
Ballroom Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Keynote Presentation

9:30am CST

Accessibility: What is it, and why is it a law?
This session will focus on what is accessibility and the multiple areas that it covers. We discuss what are current laws and requirements along with new changes that took place early 2018. We will discuss who is responsible for accessibility, what they are responsible for, and how to best meet those responsibilities. We will discuss what are the best plans for action for schools and districts that are faced with accessibility issues.
Speakers
avatar for TJ Schlouski

TJ Schlouski

Director of Assistive Technology Services, Illinois Assistive Technology Program

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

Featured Presentation: The Best PLC is TLC: Relationship Building for Teams
Together we will collaborate with each other and learn how to improve the culture in our school environments. As team members, leaders and coaches we strive to build and sustain relationships within our school communities. We will share some of our most successful strategies and activities to foster connections.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Darche

Kim Darche

Teacher
Kim Darche is a learner above all else and enjoys sharing her learningdiscoveries with other teachers, students, and administration! As an Instructional Learning Coach from Lemont School District 113A and through past experiences, she has been lucky enough to spread that learning... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

Get Connected
In today’s world technology seems to be increasing our level of disconnect and harming students ability to communicate. This doesn’t have to be the case in our classroom. As educators, we can use technology to maximize our connections to students and families and to help students build communication skills. In this session, attendees will explore strategies and resources for connecting such as Seesaw, Remind, and Screencastify.
Speakers
avatar for Niki Egelhoff

Niki Egelhoff

Teacher, Jersey Community Middle School

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Capital I Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

K-12 Cybersecurity Best Practices
We will look at some best practices that can be implemented to protect your School District's network and computer systems as well as safeguard the information of your staff, teachers, and students. The threats or attacks may be phishing, DDOS, ransomware, viruses, or just mishandling of data. School Districts need to know the risks, protect their systems, and be able to respond if something happens. Let's examine K-12 Cybersecurity Best Practices together.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Wherley

Chris Wherley

Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Chris Wherley is the Director of Technology Services for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Prior to joining the LTC, Chris was the Director of Technology at an Illinois K-12 Public School District for 21 years and gained a broad knowledge of technologies such as G... Read More →

K12 Cybersecurity Best Practices #IETC2018 pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Capital IV Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

Making Chromebooks with Neverware
Why recycle old desktops and laptops when they can be turned into Chromebooks? Many districts are turning to Cloudready by Neverware to extend the life and use of older laptops and desktops. Bringing older machines into the Google Admin Console is a sure fire plus and saving big bucks by not having to purchase new hardware is a no brainer! It's easy to install and maintain. Come see how to bring Cloudready to your district while saving valuable resources!
Speakers
avatar for Mike Brehm

Mike Brehm

Technology Consultant, Brehm Technology Consulting
After retiring from public education in 2016, I continue to provide technology services to several entities throughout my immediate geographic area. I also have time to sharpen my golf skills!

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

Once You Go Paperless, You Never Go Back!
Lost in a sea of papers to grade everyday? Dreading proofreading those rough drafts? Fear stricken at the thought of the copy machine jamming again as you make your copies for the coming week? Well, fear no more! Google Classroom is here to save the day and make your life easier! Participants will learn how to get started using one of Google's most interactive applications, Classroom. Come see how Classroom can increase your productivity and free up time in your day!
Speakers
SH

Stephanie Hill

Technology Teacher, Jonesboro Grade School
I am a middle school technology teacher who is a Google Nut! I love Google and its products. I am a Google for Education Certified Trainer and an ICE of Southern Illinois member.

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

Set the Stage to Engage
Get all the latest (and classroom tested) tools, apps, and websites to help engage your students throughout their learning! These are the best (and FREE) tools to help your students become interactive learners in the 21st century classroom with any subject level AND any grade level! Check out the presentation! https://goo.gl/dpha31

Speakers
avatar for Ashley Nelson

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

The Google Infused Classroom
Experience our Google infused classroom as a student while gaining project ideas for a variety of content areas and grade levels. Personalize your learning by selecting projects of your choice that include a variety of Google apps as well as other free resources that use Google logins. Also, learn how your Google Classroom can host your students’ one-stop-shop for learning.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Benaitis
avatar for Erin Buteau

Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →
avatar for Lisa Lynch

Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:30am CST

Ozobots in the Classroom (Playground)
Ozobot is an amazing little robot that uses color sensors to follow a line or execute color codes. Find out fun ways to incorporate this robot into your classroom to increase engagement during content or teach beginning computer science skills!

Speakers
avatar for Sarah Phelps

Sarah Phelps

Elementary Computer Teacher, Triad CUSD 2
I have been a teacher for the last 10 years. I have always had a passion for STEM education, and recently I became the elementary computer science teacher for our whole district. This program is fairly unique for our area, so I’ve had to do a lot of research in order to produce... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 9:30am - 10:30am CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Playground

10:30am CST

#MullsMath
Think math is black and white and done only with pencil and paper? Come see ways that you can move your math class into the 21st century with daily doses of technology that enhance the learning process. Find out what apps I use, what activities the students complete and how to take previously assigned work and turn it into virtual work all using the Chromebook.
Speakers
KM

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

3DX
Engage your elementary students in critical thinking 3D printing projects which meet STEM goals for your school. These tangible activities will motivate and inspire your students, and introduce them to problem solving with the Design Thinking method.
Speakers
avatar for Ben Herriott

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

Digital Trophy Case
Experience, hands-on, how Meridian High School was able to use a digital trophy case to solve space issues in a tech-savvy way. Through the help of Nanonation, this school was able to make old yearbooks, dating back to the 1920's accessible to every school visitor. The possibilities for providing school history to your community are endless. The best part, students raised money for the entire project--two of them will be on hand to answer questions.
Speakers
SM

Sheila Moore

English Teacher, Meridian High School

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

Genetics: "Cut" out the Cutting and Pasting!
Karyotypes are an important tool for geneticists. A typical biology lesson on karyotyping involves intensive cutting and pasting chromosomes, but now you can "cut" out the middle man by using Google Drawings. Students will learn how geneticists perform a karyotype and answer questions based on the genetic mutation they are presented with. This online lab activity can be used for any basic biology class during the meiosis or genetics unit.
Speakers
KP

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

Hip Hop Hooray: Utilizing Flocabulary to Increase Engagement, Content Learning & Academic Language Acquisition
Flocabulary is a powerful resource for increasing student engagement, content learning, and academic language acquisition in ALL content areas, including SEL. In addition to ingenious raps created by working hip hop artists, Flocab offers a powerful Lyric Lab feature, where students write their own raps using the videos’ vocabulary. Come for a chance to see Flocab in action and to explore its intuitive, student-friendly features.
Speakers
avatar for Alicia Duell

Alicia Duell

Director of Technology & Information Services, Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21
Alicia Duell is the Director of Technology and Information Services for Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Prior to her experience in district-level technology leadership, Alicia was a school librarian. The ever-increasing levels of technology integration in schools... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

Spark Your Story!
Are you ready to take those stories to the next level? Students use Adobe Spark and My Story to bring their everyday stories to life. Let them show you how to take the written stories and add some spark and color to them.
Speakers
avatar for Ami Young

Ami Young

K-8 Technology Teacher, St. Dennis School
My name is Ami Young. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Integrating Technology in the Curriculum. I have twenty plus years of teaching experience. St. Dennis School has been my home for the last eight years. I currently teach kindergarten through... Read More →

IMG 1057 MP4
Spark Your Story pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

Technology & the Curriculum with Padlet
One tool for it all! Experience the variety of ways that Padlet can be used across the curriculum. You can access lesson ideas for a variety of grade levels and content areas that include all of the submission types in Padlet including their updated film, voice, draw, and map features.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Benaitis
avatar for Lisa Lynch

Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

10:30am CST

Technology Icebreaks
Come stop by and explore various NEW technology tools that can serve as attention grabbers that will engage your students and leave them asking for more! Designed as an alternative way to boring beginnings, these can be employed immediately! Swing by and grab our handout for some quick tools!
Speakers
KL
SM

Thursday November 15, 2018 10:30am - 11:05am CST
Lobby Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Snapshot / Break in Exhibit Hall

11:05am CST

4 walls to my classroom? I don’t think so….
Come and learn ways to expand your classroom beyond four walls. We will explore a variety of tools including: Nearpod, Aurasma, Metaverse, and Cospaces. Augmented and virtual reality are becoming huge platforms in the technological and educational world. Find out how to bring lessons to life, have students interact with their surroundings to learn and connect with lessons outside of the classroom, all with these tools.
Speakers
SR

IETC 2018 (1) pptx
Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Digital Citizenship Remixed
With the internet and technology resources immediately at our fingertips, delivering the message of digital citizenship to our students is more important than ever! Join Kara McFarlin and I as we remix digital citizenship by decoding creative activities, resources, and lessons you can immediately bring back to your school!
bit.ly/RemixIETC18
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Thorne

Michelle Thorne

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland School Dist 135
I am an Instructional Technology Coach for Orland School District 135. As a tech enthusiast, I am eager to share and learn with others. One of my greatest passions is providing professional learning to staff and students. Connect with me on Twitter @iTeacher5th Apple Distinguished... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Capital IV Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Featured Presentation : Freaky Fast Feedback
This demo-slam style, interactive workshop will introduce participants to a variety of feedback and assessment tools to help create an effective workflow in the classroom. Tools addressed include video feedback tools (Screencastify, EDPuzzle), GSuite rubric feedback tools, and favorite digital quizzing tools designed for formative feedback. Workshop includes a discussion of effective feedback best practices. Enhance student voice and differentiate with Freaky Fast Feedback.
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Schroeder

Shannon Schroeder

8th LA & District Instructional Technology Coach, Homer 33 C CCSD
Shannon Schroeder is a National Board Certified Teacher who teaches eighth grade Language Arts at Homer Jr. High in Homer Glen. She is a Google Certified Trainer and the district instructional technology coach leader. She is passionate about teaching with craftsmanship, meaningful... Read More →

IETC2018 Landing Page pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Getting Started with Google Script
For many of us non-coders, Google Script seems like a part of the G Suite world that is hard to break into. But even folks with NO CODING BACKGROUND can easily get started. Add tons of versatility to all of your favorite G Suite tools. Together we'll explore the basics and write a cool Forms script. Come join us and get your code on!
Speakers
avatar for Adam Geisen

Adam Geisen

Instructional Technology Coach, Triad Community Unity School District
Adam Geisen has been in education since 2000 and taught high school English at Triad High School in Troy, IL, until 2017. His role recently changed as he became one of two Technology Integration Coaches in his district. Since then he has become a Google Certified Trainer and was a... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Impact Your Classroom with PBS LearningMedia
Now more than ever, educators around the country are harnessing the power of technology in the classroom as a student motivator. With PBS LearningMedia, educators now have a trusted tool they can rely on to impact student achievement and drive engagement.
Speakers
KB

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Lights, Camera, Broadcast!
Creating a daily broadcast may seem intimidating, however it's pretty simple to get one started. I will go over details on how to add a weatherman, using a green screen, setting up jobs and using WeVideo to make it all come together. I will also go over details on how to go on location or create a simple studio. I teach high school students, but this can be adapted to any grade level. All of this can be created using a camera/phone and a Chromebook.
Speakers
SH

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Personalizing & Pumping Up Your PD (Repeated Fri. @ 8-9am)
As educators, we know that our students all come to us with different backgrounds, knowledge bases, and learning styles yet we continue to deliver in house PD in a one size fits all approach. We have redesigned our professional development structure at Peacock Middle School to build in mini-conference like sessions throughout the year which are ran by our own educators as well as individual professional development time with a menu of options.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Powell

Julie Powell

Instructional Technology Coach, Park Ridge-Niles CCSD 64
Julie is her 12th year in the education field and her 5th year as an Instructional Technology Coach. She previously taught middle school STEM and Mathematics. She earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics Education from NIU and her masters in Educational Technology Leadership... Read More →

Professional Learning Design IETC pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Plaza C Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Playing with the How and When in a Traditional School Context
Learn how a traditional high school creatively devises ways to offer a flexible, responsive Blended (F2F & Online) Learning Model that exists within the traditional school schedule. See how this model allows for personalization of instruction, flexible assessment for and of learning, and individualized learning opportunities utilizing diverse course schedules designed for particular learning purposes. This session will be interactive with collaborative activities, discussion and reflection.
Speakers
JT

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Sangamon Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

SAMR Tools in the 1:1 Environment
The SAMR Model is a framework that assists teachers in understanding how they are currently utilizing technology in their classroom, and how they can progress to the next level toward lesson transformation. Learn how free tools like Padlet, Seesaw, Pear Deck, Google Classroom, Quizlet, and Popplet can be easily integrated into the classroom curriculum to maximize student engagement and enhance learning experience.
Speakers
avatar for Kathryn Newton

Kathryn Newton

I taught middle school science for 10 years but have a passions for technology integration. I am currently a Digital Learning Coach supporting two elementary schools and one junior high school on their journey towards full digital integration into the curriculum.

IETC 2018 SAMR Tools in the 1 1 Environment Agenda pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Sheets Happen!
Intimidated by Google Sheets? You don't have to be! This session will show participants how to use formulas, spanning multiple tabs to organize and sort classroom and/or school data in a way that makes sense like never before.
Speakers
avatar for Janel Comerford

Janel Comerford

Technology Teacher Instructional Leader, Springfield Dist.186
I am a technology integration specialist serving as a Technology Teacher Instructional Leader (TIL) for Springfield Public Schools Dist. 186. Currently, we have over four hundred 1:1 classrooms in our PreK-12 district (with continued, annual growth). We Tech TILs create and provide... Read More →
avatar for Bob Hayes

Bob Hayes

Teacher Instructional Leader, Springfield Dist. 186
I am a technology integration specialist serving as a Technology Teacher Instructional Leader (TIL) for Springfield Public Schools Dist. 186. Currently, we have over seven hundred 1:1 classrooms in our PreK-12 district (with continued, annual growth). We Tech TILs create and provide... Read More →

IETC Sheets Happen (1) pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Stop Motion Movies Using Legos
Do you like to play with Legos? Do you like to be creative? Do you like to inspire students to try something new? Is so, come join the fun and learn the basics to creating stop motion animation with Legos! Please bring a phone or tablet with the following 3 free apps: Stop Motion Studio, iMotion and Minecraft Stop Motion. Lego pieces will be provided for practice and to create a short movie.
Speakers
avatar for Marcia Feltes

Marcia Feltes

Technology Coordinator, St. Mary School
I have been a Technology Coordinator in the Rockford Diocese for 20 years, most of those years have been at St. Mary School in DeKalb, IL. My curriculum over the past 5 years has changed greatly! I am now teaching coding using a number of different platforms, website design, as... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Capital I Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Wait! There is More to Google Than Searching and Typing Papers
For years Google was thought of as just a search engine. Then people looked at them for more because of G Suite. But did you know there is more than just searching and typing? Come and take a look at some lesser known tools that Google offers. These tools can be used in multiple grade levels and subjects. This session will open your teaching toolbox to some wonderful tools to bring back to the classroom.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1o1QdEQQf17jTjNCy0bgK46fW3lFO5rfbGTruAU6FQWc/present?slide=id.p
Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:05am CST

Tech Tools in the 21st Century
Wanting to incorporate tech tools into your classroom but aren't sure how they can be applicable? Come check out some of the coolest tech! Hands on experiences will include Merge Cubes, Dash and Dot, Ozobots, Drones, Tomo Robots, LEGO WeDo 2.0 and many more!
Speakers
avatar for Katie Buckley

Katie Buckley

Educator, LeRoy CUSD #2
I am a special education teacher with a masters in School Social Work in a rural public school in Central Illinois. I currently teach a STEM Exploratory at the junior high level and a STEM class at the high school level as well as three math classes at an alternative school. I provide... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 11:05am - 12:05pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Playground

12:50pm CST

Connected Educator and Classroom
Do you want to break down the walls of your classroom and connect with other educators and classrooms around the world? In this session, you will learn what it means to be a connected educator and how easy it is to do! You will also learn how to give your students an authentic audience so they can connect with experts and students around the globe.
Speakers
avatar for Joanna Carroll

Joanna Carroll

Digital Learning Coach
Joanna Carroll is the Digital Learning Coach for Princeville CUSD 326. She is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and Google for Education Certified Innovator. In addition, she is the creator of the LocatED app which is a free app for educational professionals that makes it easy... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Creating Student TECHsperts
Come explore the Joliet 86’s TECHspert program which empowers students to become technology leaders in their schools. What is a TECHspert you ask? This online program consists of student-created video tutorials and performance tasks that provide skills to support schools in the areas of computer fundamentals, basic troubleshooting, and integration of G-Suite applications. Experience the program as a future TECHspert and learn about the program inception to present day.

Presentation: tinyurl.com/IETC18TECHspert
Speakers
avatar for Erin Buteau

Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →
KK

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Digital Escape: How to Create One (Repeated Fri. @ 9:10am)
Digital escape??? Students love doing and succeeding in a digital escape. A digital escape can be cross curricular. In this presentation, you will complete a digital escape and  learn how easy it is to create one.  Digital escapes are great ways to check a students understanding of the skills you have taught. Students LOVE digital escapes! If you are attending this session, it is important that you are familiar with creating and working with Google Sites and Google Forms.
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Reindl and Suzanne Specha

Tammy Reindl and Suzanne Specha

Technology Integration Specialist, Taylorville School District
I am currently the Technology Integration Specialist. Prior to my new position, I taught 5th grade for 4 years and 2nd grade for 20+ years.

Digital Escape pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Empowering Learners Through Book Trailers (NEW TIME. Was 3:50-4:50pm.)
Using the power of creating book trailers to motivate, engage, and inspire even the most reluctant and advanced readers. Learn a process of using book trailers to expose readers to new text, assess understanding, and create purposeful products that can be used for a variety of audiences.
Speakers
avatar for Melissa Guido

Melissa Guido

Instructional Technology Facilitator, School District 45

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Capital I Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Exploring the World Through Virtual Reality
Remember a time when we thought Virtual Reality was something that would happen in the future? Well that future is now. Gone are the days where we thought it would cost millions of dollars and computers the size of a room to transport us into the virtual realm. Now it only costs a few bucks and a cell phone. We will take a look at several tools (Such as Google Cardboard), apps (Such as Expeditions and CoSpace), and websites (such as RoundMe) that we as educators can use to take our students to places they never thought they could go before. We will also look at some other technology that is making its way into schools to make virtual learning even more hands on.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1v7DjcBO1dUofnoj8wEcBPUpahAQB4G-Fu--Rcc6jZUo/present?slide=id.p7
Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Featured Presentation: Share Fearlessly: Authentic Audiences Impacting Engagement
Why are teachers often hesitant to share their immense impact with others? How can we begin to overcome this hesitancy and model engaged, real world learning for our students and with our students? Inviting an authentic audience into the learning equation positively impacts engagement and motivation; this workshop will examine the steps and tools to begin the exciting process of sharing fearlessly.
Speakers
avatar for Shannon Schroeder

Shannon Schroeder

8th LA & District Instructional Technology Coach, Homer 33 C CCSD
Shannon Schroeder is a National Board Certified Teacher who teaches eighth grade Language Arts at Homer Jr. High in Homer Glen. She is a Google Certified Trainer and the district instructional technology coach leader. She is passionate about teaching with craftsmanship, meaningful... Read More →

IETC2018 Landing Page pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Free PD and Learning Management System with Ed Leaders Network
Discover the professional development opportunities and learning management system available to Illinois public schools through a partnership between IPA and ISBE. This session will take you through a deep dive on the course content and rich learning management features available through Ed Leaders Network.
Speakers
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Arlin Peebles

ELN Director, Illinois Principals Association (IPA)
ELN Director

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Plaza C Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Google Apps, Add-ons, and Extensions, OH MY!
Participants will explore Google apps, add-ons, and extensions that can be utilized for student and educator success. Find apps that can enhance the creativity and productivity for your students in many content areas. Do you know add-ons? Whether it is for Docs, Sheets, Forms or Slides there are add-ons to make an educator’s life simpler and creativity for students at a touch of a button.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Ward

Lisa Ward

Content Specialist for Learning Supports, Illinois State University, Normal
Special education educator for 20+ years and currently a content specialist for learning supports with Illinois State University/ISBE. Masters degrees in Special Education and Learning and Technology. My team and I have been creating resources for Illinois teachers for 5 years. As... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Hello, My Name is ____ and I'm a Failure! Embracing the Fail in Technology & Life (Repeated Fri. @ 11am-12pm)
If we understand the role that failure plays in our learning, we can help ourselves “embrace the fail.” Hear successful people reflect on failure, learn how failure is necessary for success, create your own "Failure Resume", and consider how to use failures to inspire students, colleagues and, ultimately, ourselves.
Speakers
avatar for Alicia Duell

Alicia Duell

Director of Technology & Information Services, Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21
Alicia Duell is the Director of Technology and Information Services for Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Prior to her experience in district-level technology leadership, Alicia was a school librarian. The ever-increasing levels of technology integration in schools... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Un-PD Your School (NEW TIME!)
Professional development is necessary, but why do we have to sit through Sit-N-Gets and not get anything? Un-PD your school with innovation and personalization as you embrace the skills and talents of the professionals in your building. Come learn more about these free and powerful PDs that provide growth and support for teachers as they foster 21st Century skills.
Speakers
avatar for Taneesha Thomas

Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

UN PD Your School pptx
Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Video - Make and Take (Repeated Fri. @ 8am)
Come join us as we present multiple methods of video creation within the classroom. We will cover screen-casting, editing videos, YouTube, using green screens, and documenting what your administrators don’t see during a single observation. We teach you how to use these programs and how to make the videos, AND have time to play and create. You will leave our session with some hands on practice with video creation.
Speakers
avatar for Kerry Parrish

Kerry Parrish

Art Educator and Instructional Technology Coach, D155
Kerry Parrish has been teaching Visual Arts for 25 years and has been an Instructional Technology Coach for 6 years. She has presented at ISTE, ISTE Creative Constructor Lab, CUElive, IDEA/TCEA, ITC, LTCIlliois, NAEA, and IAEA. As an art teacher, she frequently looks art edtech through... Read More →

Making Learning Visual pptx
Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Capital IV Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:50pm CST

Writing in the Digital World
It’s time to transform your students’ digital writing process beyond the basic Substitution level of SAMR to Redefine both their purpose and their product. We will discuss a number of next-generation ideas such as blogging, collaborative work, digital storytelling, peer editing, voice-to-text, and more! This session is geared to writing across the curriculum.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Benaitis
avatar for Lisa Lynch

Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86

Thursday November 15, 2018 12:50pm - 1:50pm CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Choosing your 1:1 Device and Deploying Devices in a Small School
For small schools looking to go 1:1 who aren't sure where to start with choosing a device and need the know- how on how deployment works.
Speakers
CM

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Capital IV Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Connecting the Dots to Tech Integration
From identifying and outlining key tech skills at each grade level; to embedding “Tech Connections” in the curriculum guide; to providing teachers with an ever-growing Tech Toolbox, Joliet District 86 has spent the last few years connecting the dots from tech skill alignment to integration. Attend this session to hear about their journey and how they continue to "connect the dots" for teachers to integrate technology.
Speakers
KK
avatar for Lisa Lynch

Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Plaza C Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Ed360: Improving the Learning Process with Actionable Data
Ed360 is a free data dashboard that empowers educators by providing access to near real-time data from the ISBE Data Warehouse. Using Ed360, educators can view data to support classroom instruction and enhance student engagement. Educators also have access to professional development and instructional resources to build capacity and improve student outcomes. Attend this session to learn more about this powerful dashboard that facilitates data-informed administrative and instructional decisions.
Speakers
JS

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Featured Presentation: Genius Hour - Time to get Your Hands Dirty
This workshop will move you through the steps of Genius Hour and how it really feels to go through the process. By remembering how it feels to be a learner we can understand the struggle often felt by our students. We will also chat through some tips and tricks to successful implementation of Genius Hour.
Speakers
avatar for Kim Darche

Kim Darche

Teacher
Kim Darche is a learner above all else and enjoys sharing her learningdiscoveries with other teachers, students, and administration! As an Instructional Learning Coach from Lemont School District 113A and through past experiences, she has been lucky enough to spread that learning... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Google Apps Scripting and App Maker
This session will explore Google Apps Scripting and App Maker. What can it do for you and your school?
Speakers
avatar for Chris Wherley

Chris Wherley

Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Chris Wherley is the Director of Technology Services for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Prior to joining the LTC, Chris was the Director of Technology at an Illinois K-12 Public School District for 21 years and gained a broad knowledge of technologies such as G... Read More →

Google Apps Script and App Maker #IETC2018 pdf
Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Google Apps, Add-ons, and Extensions, OH MY!
Participants will explore Google apps, add-ons, and extensions that can be utilized for student and educator success. Find apps that can enhance the creativity and productivity for your students in many content areas. Do you know add-ons? Whether it is for Docs, Sheets, Forms or Slides there are add-ons to make an educator’s life simpler and creativity for students at a touch of a button.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Ward

Lisa Ward

Content Specialist for Learning Supports, Illinois State University, Normal
Special education educator for 20+ years and currently a content specialist for learning supports with Illinois State University/ISBE. Masters degrees in Special Education and Learning and Technology. My team and I have been creating resources for Illinois teachers for 5 years. As... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Managing Inquiry to Deepen Learning
Inquiry based learning is engaging and meaningful, but it can be messy and challenging to implement. How can teachers leverage digital tools to spark and oversee inquiry learning? This session will provide practical ideas for introducing inquiry and address strategies for managing the workflow unique to this learning framework.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17fM4FOA4C0Sg_D8Jk2RqyAD-N__Oi-TB308xor-lYIU/edit?usp=sharing
Speakers
avatar for Kelli Lane

Kelli Lane

Technology Integration Specialist, Avoca School District 37
Kelli Lane is a Technology Integration Specialist for the Avoca School District. She has a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology as well as Educational Theatre. Teaching in Kansas City, Dubai and now the suburbs of Chicago, Kelli has been a general ed and computer teacher, tech... Read More →
avatar for Shannon Schroeder

Shannon Schroeder

8th LA & District Instructional Technology Coach, Homer 33 C CCSD
Shannon Schroeder is a National Board Certified Teacher who teaches eighth grade Language Arts at Homer Jr. High in Homer Glen. She is a Google Certified Trainer and the district instructional technology coach leader. She is passionate about teaching with craftsmanship, meaningful... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Parents Just Don't Understand: Helping Parents to Understand and Educate Their Students on Digital Tattoos and Social Media Responsibility
We know our students are savvy when it comes to social media and technology, but what about their parents? Some parents are not having meaningful discussions with their students about internet responsibility because they just don't know what it is. This session is aimed at helping teachers and school professionals assist parents in extending the conversation about social media and digital tattoos beyond the classroom and into the home.
Speakers
avatar for Carissa Gillespie

Carissa Gillespie

Educator/Speaker, Proviso West HS
Passionate about students, parents and teachers and the ties that bind them. I have presented nationally and locally on Teens and Social Media and Classroom Management.

parents, kids, and the truth about social media final pptx
parents, kids, and the truth about social media final pptx
Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

The Path to Google Certification - Becoming a Google Certified Educator
The Google Certification landscape has grown and morphed significantly over the last several years as more and more educators seek mastery of the skills and the “badges of honor” that represents those accomplishments.  (And, of course, that steady stream of cool little tips, tricks and sneak peeks that come through sharing among peers at that level.)  Interested? Let’s talk.
Speakers
avatar for Butch Wilson

Butch Wilson

Director of Technology, Christopher CUSD#99
Director of TechnologyChristopher Unit School District #99Google Certified TrainerG-Suite Admin Trainer

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Turning On Your YouTube Channel
300 hours of content are uploaded to YouTube every minute! This video hosting platform enabled a generation of content creators, allowed educators to easily distribute information and has become the foundation for blended learning environments. If you've ever thought of using YouTube to host content for your classroom, but are not sure where to start, this session provides a basic understanding of how to setup your very own YouTube channel and steps inside the YouTube Creator Studio.
Speakers
avatar for James Gubbins

James Gubbins

District Technology Coordinator, Maine Township High School District 207
James Gubbins has been on the forefront of implementing technology in the classroom for the past two decades. He maintains the blog zenodotus.net which gives succinct, helpful information on useable technology and explores current trends in educational design and pedagogy. As the... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Capital I Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:40pm CST

Exploratory Art with Affordable Robotic Spheres
Come explore 20+ ways to use robotic spheres (e.g. Spheros) to make fun, interactive art! Robotic spheres can combine science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to teach key art concepts and principles alongside 21st century skills in computer programming and beyond. Imagine a robotic sphere as it traverses a sea of simple machines. As the sphere interacts with its environment, paints, pigments, and other artistic materials combine in both intentional and unexpected ways.
Speakers
KM

Thursday November 15, 2018 2:40pm - 3:40pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Playground

3:50pm CST

How do you know if your stuff is accessible?
This session will show participants basic and easy ways to see if Information Communication Technology (ICT) or websites and digital documents are accessible. In this session we will show how to test for accessibility, and we will show easy to use tools that start the process of seeing if things are accessible. We will also discuss the process of checking to see if your Information Communication Technology is truly Accessible or if it is just Accessible-ish.
Speakers
avatar for TJ Schlouski

TJ Schlouski

Director of Assistive Technology Services, Illinois Assistive Technology Program

Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

3:50pm CST

Math in the Digital World
Move your students into the digital math world! In this training, you will explore effective ways to have students collaborate digitally in math, learn how to incorporate C.R.A. online, capture students’ concrete work, flip your math classroom, and more!

Presentation: tinyurl.com/IETC18DigitalMath
Speakers
avatar for Erin Benaitis
avatar for Erin Buteau

Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

3:50pm CST

Navigating E-rate
As curriculum demands for digital services increase, the need to support these services with robust internet access also increase. E-rate, a federal program that supports schools and libraries with the cost of getting internet access to your students, is here to help. Applying for E-rate can be a challenging process. State E-rate Coordinator, Mindy Fiscus will share insights on the program, give updates, and answer questions for those who attend the session.
Speakers
avatar for Mindy Fiscus

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Melinda Fiscus is the Director of Government Affairs for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. In this role, she provides networking opportunities, consulting services, and professional development for IL school districts. She also serves as one of the IL State E-Rate Coordinators... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

3:50pm CST

Remodel Your PD With IKEA's Vision
IKEA didn't become a worldwide leader by doing things the same old way. They've built their business with simplicity, support, and progress in mind. Bet your PD could use some of that! Together we will look at IKEA's Vision and Culture and use it to create a new style of PD for any size district.
Speakers
avatar for Mike Wielgus

Mike Wielgus

Director of Technology Services, Triad CUSD #2
Mike Wielgus just began his 24th year in education and third year as the Director of Technology Services for Triad CUSD #2. Prior to becoming director, he was a full time K-12 Instructional Technology Coach for 3 years. He has led technology in-service trainings in his district for... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Plaza C Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

3:50pm CST

Using WeVideo to Engage Learners
If you are a Chromebook user, there is good chance you have heard of, or have used WeVideo. Incorporating video into the classroom (both teacher and student) is a highly engaging strategy. This presentation will give ideas for incorporating WeVideo into your classroom and will provide you with tips to take you from a novice to an expert and have your students engaged in demonstrating their learning. Bring a laptop to fully participate in this session.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Skrzypchak

Chris Skrzypchak

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Indian Prairie School District 204

Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

3:50pm CST

Telescreen Security Software
DuPage High School 88 has developed an interactive mapping software for their security camera system. This interactive map allows the district's administration and security personnel live access to cameras through a PDF map. First responders including fire, emergency services and police also have access to this map in case of a school incident. These security features are coded as a free open-source system of access so other schools can utilize these features with web-based security cameras.
Speakers
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Aaron Lenaghan

I am the Director of Technology, Teaching and Learning with DuPage High School District 88. We are a progressive high school district focused on continuous improvement of student achievement. Our technology team has implemented many innovative programs for our students and staff in... Read More →

Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Playground

3:50pm CST

5-min. IGNITES: 1) LocatEd App, 2) CANCELED: Why I Teach Students to Pick Locks, 3) From 1:1 to 100%, 4) From "I can't" to "I did it!," 5) Finding Time to Lead, 6) Memes in Education, 7) SIT Conference, 8) VR is Becoming Reality in Schools, 9) Spark Sessi
5 minute rapid-fire, 20-slide presentations:  
1) LocatED is a free service for teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, librarians, and many more that makes it easy to connect and share so innovation can take root and grow in our schools.  
2) CANCELED: From Hour of Code to informational fluency, we try to teach our students the value of becoming technologically literate. What do we really teach them about being safe? How do students learn to protect their identity and data? In this spark session, we will take a look at aspects of security, from cyber to physical, that could be incorporated in our curriculums.
3) Going 1:1 with technology is the goal...and getting there with 30,000 students, staff and families is the part of the job. This presentation sets the stage for how the ARTEC Grant is helping the large community of Waukegan go 1:1 with professional development, parent engagement and personalized learning tools and apps that develop a new environment for learning.
4) Support parents who don't think they can help with "this new homework." Take these quick digital tools back today to schools today, and provide directly to families of students who may be struggling in the classroom.  
5) 21st century administrators are called upon to perform an increasing number of complex and time-consuming tasks. A Whitney M. Young Magnet High School administrator has created several customized web applications that increase efficiencies in student/teacher scheduling, mass communication, teacher observation documentation/scheduling, and the collection of school fees and purchases.
6) Whatever the topic may be, we have all enjoyed a Meme here or there. Irony, imagery, critical thinking are just a few ways Memes can be used in education. Come learn where to find them, how to create your own using Google Drawings, and engage your students.  
7) SIT Conference.
8) Over the past few years Virtual Reality (VR) has grown in popularity in schools due to Google Cardboard.  But the question is where do we go from here? Lets take a look at where VR is going, how to make students consumers of VR content, and more importantly creators.  And we will hit on the most important question of all, WHY should be we using VR in the classroom.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1JNZyfBA0FBCGTj_b3RrmWmJjMM84NezyLPvp1WVLwRw/present?slide=id.p

9) We have a group of teachers titled "Digital Classroom Leaders" within our district that encourage the use of technology in our district. We provide mini sessions monthly at our high school known as "Spark Sessions". We present information and support teachers. Our presentation will further explain our professional development model and goals.

Speakers
avatar for Joanna Carroll

Joanna Carroll

Digital Learning Coach
Joanna Carroll is the Digital Learning Coach for Princeville CUSD 326. She is a Google for Education Certified Trainer and Google for Education Certified Innovator. In addition, she is the creator of the LocatED app which is a free app for educational professionals that makes it easy... Read More →
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Heather English

Jacksonville High School
avatar for Mike Jones

Mike Jones

Teacher, BrainPOP
Mike Jones is a middle school science teacher for Metcalf, Illinois State University’s Lab School. He formerly taught STEM and science at Bloomington Public School District 87 in Illinois. Michael received his B.S in Middle School Education at Illinois State University. He later... Read More →
ML
avatar for Kimberly Priller

Kimberly Priller

Middle School Math Interventionist, McLean County Unit 5
I am a tenth-year educator in middle school. I have not yet taught the same thing in back to back years, so efficiency is my game! I have taught grades 5-8 math, science, and social studies in three diverse districts, and have been very technology- and data-driven to help students... Read More →
MS
avatar for Taneesha Thomas

Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

Memes in Education IETC pptx
Thursday November 15, 2018 3:50pm - 4:50pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  5 min. Ignite Session
 
Friday, November 16
 

7:00am CST

#CoffeeEDU
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.
An early riser? Join the new Southern Illinois Google Educator Group for a #CoffeeEDU. Coffee + Conversation = The right way to start the day!  Please "register" by adding this to your schedule.

Sponsors: 
Google Education Group, Southern Illinois
Learning Technology Center
Speakers
avatar for Adam Geisen

Adam Geisen

Instructional Technology Coach, Triad Community Unity School District
Adam Geisen has been in education since 2000 and taught high school English at Triad High School in Troy, IL, until 2017. His role recently changed as he became one of two Technology Integration Coaches in his district. Since then he has become a Google Certified Trainer and was a... Read More →
avatar for Mike Wielgus

Mike Wielgus

Director of Technology Services, Triad CUSD #2
Mike Wielgus just began his 24th year in education and third year as the Director of Technology Services for Triad CUSD #2. Prior to becoming director, he was a full time K-12 Instructional Technology Coach for 3 years. He has led technology in-service trainings in his district for... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 7:00am - 8:00am CST
Outside Bar, 2nd Floor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Activity

8:00am CST

3D Printing in the Classroom
Yes, you CAN use 3D printers in the classroom! Let’s move beyond keychains and other trinkets, and see how 3D Printers can be used to support concepts in math, science, social studies, ELA, and service learning. Good 3D printers now sell for less than the price of an iPad, so come and get some design practice with this affordable technology! Everyone leaves with sample lessons and a copy of Pete’s latest book!
Speakers
avatar for Pete Dulany

Pete Dulany

President / Founder, Dulany Consulting Inc.
President / Founder

IETC 3D Printing for the Classroom pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Designing Student Portfolios with Google Sites
Set your students up for success by empowering them to create digital portfolios. Using Google Sites, they can create their own websites with no coding experience needed. These are ideal tools for class projects, student-led conferences, college or career portfolios, and more! You will leave this session having started your own Google Site that you can then use as a model for students.

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F2JgKmN5Ha1RR1XBCBB0oQwbiotr0HKZ42GJ_hygg6Q/edit?usp=sharing
Speakers
avatar for Callie Stanley

Callie Stanley

Instructional Specialist, Decatur Public School District #61
Apple TeacherGoogle Certified Educator, Level 1

IETC 2018 Student Portfolios with Google Sites gslides
Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Featured Session: Improving Reading Fluency with QR Codes & Augmented Reality
Do your students sound like robots when they read? Or assume that reading quickly is the same as reading fluently? See what happens when you transform your reading block or Daily 5 to a more student-led center or station. Kayla shows you how to help students record books, self-assess and peer-assess fluency, and create QR codes and Augmented Reality auras of the recordings. This is the ultimate listening center for today’s diverse learners!
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Delzer

Kayla Delzer

Keynote Speaker
Kayla Delzer is a globally awarded 3rd grade teacher and technology champion in North Dakota. In fact, The New York Times named her “one of the tech-savviest teachers in the United States”.She has ten years of teaching experience in second and third grade. Kayla holds her master’s... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

iPad Integration Activities
Wondering how to effectively use the students devices in your classroom? Now that they have the devices in their hands, how do we integrate them into our curriculum? Walk away from this session having learned about 20 different apps/programs that you can use with your students on their iPads. We will discuss the apps that we are using and an activity that we had our students complete using the app. When you leave at the end of this session you will have ideas that you can go back and utilize in your own classroom tomorrow. We will be using both free and paid apps that are available for the iPad as we are an iPad district.
Speakers
avatar for Valerie Kalagian

Valerie Kalagian

Instructional Technology Coordinator, Sullivan Community Unit School District #300

Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Making TV: Broadcasting to your School
Learn how to turn an empty room, Library, or hallway into a television studio. Resources will be shared to show you what is needed to create a low cost broadcast center in your school that can be used with Classroom Teachers, LMC Directors, even after school clubs. Get your students involved in creating content for your school! Access to a Google account and an iPad are needed. Participants will need to download "DoInk" from the App store.
Speakers
avatar for Michael Doyle

Michael Doyle

Instructional technology Coach, Central School Dist #301
An educator since 1998, Michael taught 8th grade science and social studies teacher for 16 years before moving into the position of Instructional Coach in Central School District 301. Michael has assisted in the planning and implementation of an aggressive 1 to 1, K-12, single year... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Personalizing & Pumping Up Your PD (Also Thur. @ 11:05am-12:05pm)
As educators, we know that our students all come to us with different backgrounds, knowledge bases, and learning styles yet we continue to deliver in house PD in a one size fits all approach. We have redesigned our professional development structure at Peacock Middle School to build in mini-conference like sessions throughout the year which are ran by our own educators as well as individual professional development time with a menu of options.
Speakers
avatar for Julie Powell

Julie Powell

Instructional Technology Coach, Park Ridge-Niles CCSD 64
Julie is her 12th year in the education field and her 5th year as an Instructional Technology Coach. She previously taught middle school STEM and Mathematics. She earned her undergraduate degree in Mathematics Education from NIU and her masters in Educational Technology Leadership... Read More →

Professional Learning Design IETC pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Streamline the Writing Process Using Google Keep
Writing assignments can be difficult to manage. Google Keep can help students organize their brainstorming, research, and note taking. Teachers can use it for quick, easy feedback and record keeping. Join me and my colleague and friend Erin Bettenhausen to learn how to use Google Keep to streamline the writing process. Leave with strategies that can be implemented tomorrow.

Slide deck available at bit.ly/ietckeep
Speakers
avatar for Renee Bogacz

Renee Bogacz

Instructional Technology Resource Teacher, Channahon School District 17

Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Plaza C Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Using Innovative Technology to Engage Students in the Algebra Classroom
Learn new ways to keep students engaged during algebra class. Presenters will illustrate how they incorporated innovative technologies by coding with Sphero and Parrot drones, Breakout EDU, the ShowMe app, the Numbers app and other fun activities into algebra class. Participants will get a hands-on approach using Spheros and drones. Examples are from a co-taught algebra class with numerous special education students and is applicable to high school and middle school students.
Speakers
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Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Capital IV Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

Video - Make and Take (Also Thur. @ 12:50pm)
Come join us as we present multiple methods of video creation within the classroom. We will cover screen-casting, editing videos, YouTube, using green screens, and documenting what your administrators don’t see during a single observation. We teach you how to use these programs and how to make the videos, AND have time to play and create. You will leave our session with some hands on practice with video creation.
Speakers
avatar for Kerry Parrish

Kerry Parrish

Art Educator and Instructional Technology Coach, D155
Kerry Parrish has been teaching Visual Arts for 25 years and has been an Instructional Technology Coach for 6 years. She has presented at ISTE, ISTE Creative Constructor Lab, CUElive, IDEA/TCEA, ITC, LTCIlliois, NAEA, and IAEA. As an art teacher, she frequently looks art edtech through... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

8:00am CST

VR and AR: Experience It For Yourself
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, experience it for yourself, because experience is knowledge. Once you have, you’ll get the connection, see the vision, and join the cause. Time, effort, and resources saved makes this workshop worth the experience. After the experience, get ready to create your own realities.
Speakers
avatar for Taneesha Thomas

Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 8:00am - 9:00am CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Breakout Room Activities Using Forms
Participants will explore activities that allow students to work through problems in a “breakout” room situation using Google Forms as the “lock”. Work through math tasks in Math Mission Possible or decode a secret message with a cipher and locate the clues to solve the puzzles. Using Forms allows the educator to hand over the “check the answer” to the student. Students can keep persevering through the tasks to success with autonomy.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Ward

Lisa Ward

Content Specialist for Learning Supports, Illinois State University, Normal
Special education educator for 20+ years and currently a content specialist for learning supports with Illinois State University/ISBE. Masters degrees in Special Education and Learning and Technology. My team and I have been creating resources for Illinois teachers for 5 years. As... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Digital Escape: How to Create One (Also Thu. @ 12:50pm)
Digital escape??? Students love doing and succeeding in a digital escape. A digital escape can be cross curricular. In this presentation, you will complete a digital escape and  learn how easy it is to create one.  Digital escapes are great ways to check a students understanding of the skills you have taught. Students LOVE digital escapes! If you are attending this session, it is important that you are familiar with creating and working with Google Sites and Google Forms.
Speakers
avatar for Tammy Reindl and Suzanne Specha

Tammy Reindl and Suzanne Specha

Technology Integration Specialist, Taylorville School District
I am currently the Technology Integration Specialist. Prior to my new position, I taught 5th grade for 4 years and 2nd grade for 20+ years.

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Capital III Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Featured Presentation: Wireshark 101
Demonstration and walk through using Wireshark. Topics covered include capturing techniques, filtering techniques and customization to get to problems faster when capturing packets. Follow along with sample packet captures.
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Souza

Aaron Souza

Friday Featured Presenter

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Formative Assessment Toolkit
Are you weary because online formative assessment tools seem too hard? If yes, this is the interactive session for you! It goes in-depth with the five categories of technology based formative assessment (quick feedback, quiz games, integrated presentation, video assessment, and no device) and explains what the tools does, how to use the tool, and experience the tool from the students perspective. Let this simple toolkit lead your way to becoming a pro with online formative assessment!
Speakers
CM

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Sangamon Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Genius Hour: Inquiry-Based Learning
Do you want to transform your classroom into a place where students want to come and learn? Do you want to empower students to become independent learners? Come join us to discover how to implement Genius Hour, an inquiry-based learning process.
Speakers
avatar for Sasha Courtney

Sasha Courtney

Teacher, Smithton CCSD 130
I am a 4th grade teacher with a passion for technology. I love to bring new ides and concepts to the classroom. I also love to train teachers to become more familiar with technology.

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

How We Gamified Google Certification Training
After running a sit-and-get Google Certification training in our district, we decided things had to change. So we used free websites, Google Forms and Sheets, and a little creativity to immerse our teachers in a fun, self-paced, gamified Google Certification training system that prepares them for the Level 1 Exam. Come see how we did it, and add a little play to your PD.
Speakers
avatar for Adam Geisen

Adam Geisen

Instructional Technology Coach, Triad Community Unity School District
Adam Geisen has been in education since 2000 and taught high school English at Triad High School in Troy, IL, until 2017. His role recently changed as he became one of two Technology Integration Coaches in his district. Since then he has become a Google Certified Trainer and was a... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Leveraging OER for Student Success!
There are many innovative open educational resources [OER] being developed and available for teaching different subject areas. OER offer low or no-cost peer-reviewed materials as well as cutting-edge adaptive and personalized technologies. I will present significant findings from two pilot studies [OK and IL] using the OpenStax psychology text coupled with Lrnr, which have increased student success. I will also share links to great online resources for further exploration.
Speakers
DN

Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Technology Trends: Exploring How the 4C’s Foster an Innovative Classroom
With emerging technology trends, how do we create and facilitate a space for encouraging innovation and “failing forward” with our students and colleagues? Our goal is to provide participants with a digital toolbox that develops and enhances the implementation of technology trends revolving around the 4C’s (creativity, collaboration, communication, & critical thinking), the ISTE standards, and digital literacy. Our website link can be found here: https://goo.gl/W3RAvh​.
Speakers
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Jennifer Albert

Scullen Middle School
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Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Vivacious Vocabulary
Tired of hearing moans and groans when you assign vocabulary? Try these two interactive methods to inject excitement into monotonous vocabulary lessons! Make words more meaningful and easier to remember using vocabulary video and Google Slides!
Speakers
avatar for Cathy Schaeffer

Cathy Schaeffer

6th Grade Teacher, St. Mary School
I love finding new ways to get my students excited about learning! We use Vocabulary Videos and Google Slides to help us learn and remember challenging vocabulary words. One parent has told me she has heard her daughter using these words in her daily vocabulary! Music to a teacher's... Read More →

IETC 2018 Presentation gslides
Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Capital IV Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

9:10am CST

Web Apps for Younger Ones
We will show a number of web applications that work well with younger students (kindergarten through grade three). From tried and true to brand new each teacher will find at least one that they can use next week in their classroom.
Speakers
avatar for Mark Hess

Mark Hess

Technology Director, St. Paul's Lutheran School
Mark has been the director of technology at St. Paul's Lutheran School now in Bourbonnais since 1999. He has been a teacher since 1982. He not only is the network administrator, but teaches computing skills to kindergarten through eighth graders each week. He has led groups and sessions... Read More →

For Little Ones IETC 2018 pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 9:10am - 10:10am CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Blended Learning for Everyone
Come experience first hand the way our tech coaches are using the blended learning approach with teachers to emulate the student classroom experience. We will showcase tools and techniques that mix traditional classroom instruction with online learning as a way to personalize instruction. Participants will be immersed in a blended learning experience as you engage in this workshop.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Buteau

Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →
avatar for Lisa Lynch

Lisa Lynch

Instructional Technology Coach, Joliet Public Schools District 86

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Capital V Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Coding Across Content Areas
Coding can easily be included in every class at your school. This 21st-Century skill is no longer just for techies or computer science class! Today, every student can code, and every teacher can teach it. Using Sphero and drones, we will demonstrate practical, high-interest coding activities for art, consumer education, English, math, physical education, science, and social science classes. Activities are high school level, but can be modified for lower grades.
Speakers
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Eileen Jones

Eileen Jones has been a Media Specialist at Oak Lawn Community High School for 9 years. A graduate from Augustana University with a degree in English Education, Ms. Jones obtained her master’s degree in Library and Information Science from Dominican University and another master’s... Read More →
avatar for Janet Meyers

Janet Meyers

Technology Coach, Oak Lawn Community High School
Janet Meyers has been a business/technology teacher at Oak Lawn High School for 23 years. A graduate of Eastern Illinois University Business School, Mrs. Meyers obtained her master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and a master’s degree in school leadership from Olivet Nazarene... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Formative Assessment Throwdown
We'll share our favorite apps for formative assessment. YOU decide which tool you'd rather here about and what practice it informs and enhances for students. 
Speakers
avatar for Derrick Swistak

Derrick Swistak

Science Teacher/Instructional Coach, Maine Township District 207
I am a Google Education Trainer as well as a cooperative learning teacher leader. I am happy to help or learn about how technology and best practice can aid student understanding and class cohesiveness.

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Illinois Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Geeks Roundtable
Open Forum for any tech related questions. Someone in the room will have an answer.
Speakers
avatar for Chris Wherley

Chris Wherley

Director of Technology Services, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Chris Wherley is the Director of Technology Services for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Prior to joining the LTC, Chris was the Director of Technology at an Illinois K-12 Public School District for 21 years and gained a broad knowledge of technologies such as G... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Hello, My Name is ____ and I'm a Failure! Embracing the Fail in Technology & Life (Also Thur. @ 12:50-1:50pm)
If we understand the role that failure plays in our learning, we can help ourselves “embrace the fail.” Hear successful people reflect on failure, learn how failure is necessary for success, create your own "Failure Resume", and consider how to use failures to inspire students, colleagues and, ultimately, ourselves.
Speakers
avatar for Alicia Duell

Alicia Duell

Director of Technology & Information Services, Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21
Alicia Duell is the Director of Technology and Information Services for Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Prior to her experience in district-level technology leadership, Alicia was a school librarian. The ever-increasing levels of technology integration in schools... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Capital I Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

How to Break in to the World of Breakout EDU
Attendees will learn and experience how they can use Breakout EDU in the elementary classroom. They will get the opportunity to experience different puzzles (regular and digital) to help understand the potential of Breakout EDU in their classroom. Breakout EDU games touch on all the 4 C’s (Creativity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Communication) and can be used in all content areas. Attendees will leave with resources and confidence about using Breakout EDU in their classroom.
Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Let's ROCK Domain 3!!! Instruction: The Core of Teaching
In this Interactive session, teachers will be introduced to instructional strategies that support their instructional practice which are strategically aligned to Domain 3 of the Danielson Framework for Teaching. Teachers will walk away with ready-to-use strategies and tools to enhance their practice which also provides evidence for evaluations.
Speakers
avatar for Monica Griffin

Monica Griffin

Educator/ Framework for Teaching Specialist, Chicago Public Schools
Monica meets the diverse needs of teachers, students and learning environments by providing educational services that will enhance performance. Her professional experience includes serving as a Special Education teacher for grades K - 12, Special Education Case Manager, Freshman Academy... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Listen Up! Start Podcasting Today!
Are you interested in starting an education podcast? Maybe a classroom podcast? Or even better, what if your students could podcast?  If you've asked yourself these questions, then you need to join this session! I'll show you how to quickly and easily start a podcast TODAY, with no special equipment necessary. Learn how to use Anchor to record, customize, edit, and publish your podcast. So easy, you and/or your students can podcast in no time at all. Bring a smartphone or a laptop and get ready to start podcasting!
Speakers
avatar for Brian Bates

Brian Bates

Associate Executive Director of Professional Learning, Learning Technology Center of Illinois

Listen Up! Start Podcasting Today! pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Ready Player One: Gamify for Everyone
Know students who can't sit still? Look bored? Strive on competition? This is the session for you! Turn your classroom into a gamified environment with student engagement, discussion, competition, and high results! Help your students learn from their mistakes while ditching the worksheet and turning it into a hands-on game faster than you can think! Get your students to reach their goal and level up. Join us for a hands-on approach to learning while we "level up" our schools! BYOD. Check out the presentation! https://goo.gl/J6Cqvs
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Nelson

Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Capital II Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

11:00am CST

Yes, you CAN use Chromebooks in the math classroom!
Are you having a hard time using Chromebooks in your math classroom? In this session, we will explore a variety of tools that will make Chromebooks work in your math classroom. Tools for centers, flipped classrooms, and student interactives will be shown, in addition to teacher resource tools. By the end of this session with Pete, a certified mathematics teacher, you’ll agree that, yes, you CAN use Chromebooks in the classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Pete Dulany

Pete Dulany

President / Founder, Dulany Consulting Inc.
President / Founder

IETC Math Chromebooks Classroom pdf
IETC 3D Printing for the Classroom pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

12:00pm CST

Luncheon Keynote: Reimagining Education: Teachers as Learners and Students as Leaders
In this passionate talk, third grade teacher Kayla Delzer speaks about her mission to revitalize learning, relationships, and the classroom environment. Kayla explains how to release the power in the classroom by giving students ownership of their learning and making it relevant to them. Breaking down the four walls of the classroom allows her students to become globally connected – and you won’t believe the endeavors her students conquer by embracing purposeful technology. Published on Oct 13, 2015 via TEDx – This keynote is an expanded version of her popular TEDx talk.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Delzer

Kayla Delzer

Keynote Speaker
Kayla Delzer is a globally awarded 3rd grade teacher and technology champion in North Dakota. In fact, The New York Times named her “one of the tech-savviest teachers in the United States”.She has ten years of teaching experience in second and third grade. Kayla holds her master’s... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 12:00pm - 1:10pm CST
Ballroom Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  Keynote Presentation

1:20pm CST

Featured Session: Demonstrating Student Understanding Through Technology
Technology can give even the quietest students a voice and a chance to shine. This session will target different apps that help students demonstrate what they have learned using both their voice and work. Often students can show that they understand something, but have difficulty explaining how they know they have mastered a concept. Several student examples will be shown, and ample time will be provided to explore the apps.
*A list of apps will be provided beforehand to download. Please check back.
Speakers
avatar for Kayla Delzer

Kayla Delzer

Keynote Speaker
Kayla Delzer is a globally awarded 3rd grade teacher and technology champion in North Dakota. In fact, The New York Times named her “one of the tech-savviest teachers in the United States”.She has ten years of teaching experience in second and third grade. Kayla holds her master’s... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 1:20pm - 2:20pm CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

1:20pm CST

Flipped Learning for Teachers= ENGAGED PD
This session is designed to promote professional development opportunity within a collaborative digital format. We will brainstorm ideas to flip meetings, screencast resources, building PD hyperdocs for PLC discussion, create a Google Site to house information, and utilize an online learning platform to work with educators on professional growth and improvement.
Speakers
avatar for Kathryn Jennings

Kathryn Jennings

Principal, Nielson Elementary School
@engagedliteracyCurriculum, Instruction, New Admin, ELA, Engagement

Shared Version Flipped Learning for Teachers = Engaged PD pdf
Copy of Google Classroom pdf
Google Sites Information Warehouse, WIT CON18 pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 1:20pm - 2:20pm CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

1:20pm CST

G-Suite Admin -- Google management for your school and your sanity.
The district still says: “Do more, with less.” But the teachers and students all bounce from: “Do more (in more ways) with more and more and more options.” to “Do less and get more.”  We sit in the middle of it with an ever changing environment and “bag of tricks.” Here’s a chance to talk about what’s changed, what’s improved and share tips, tricks and challenges. The goal of the session? Everybody leaves with a new resource, a new tool and a new way to put a little more time back in their own day.
Speakers
avatar for Butch Wilson

Butch Wilson

Director of Technology, Christopher CUSD#99
Director of TechnologyChristopher Unit School District #99Google Certified TrainerG-Suite Admin Trainer

Friday November 16, 2018 1:20pm - 2:20pm CST
Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

1:20pm CST

Google Keep: A Researchers Must Have
Throw out the paper, index cards, and post it notes! It’s time to get digital with Google Keep. Keep and the powerful Keep extension, together allow researchers to capture text, images, voice, links and video with a click. Customize to stay organized by using the color coding and labeling features. Working with a partner? Keeps got it, Collaboration made simple. Keep is an experience for grades 6+.
Speakers
avatar for Taneesha Thomas

Taneesha Thomas

Instructional Technology Specialist, River Forest School District #90
Taneesha A. Thomas, MS. ED, is a certified Instructional Technologist, a Google Trainer, an Apple Teacher, an EdTech national presenter, as well as CEO of Flutter Tech LLC. She serves as a captain for Chicago’s Google Education Group, she has also presented at EdTechTeam Summits... Read More →

Keep A Researchers Must Have IETC2018 pptx
Friday November 16, 2018 1:20pm - 2:20pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

1:20pm CST

Power Up: Empowering and Engaging with Mini Games
With time limits, non-traditional materials, and competition, mini games entice students and energize the classroom, all while developing and strengthening student skills. Whether new to gamification or looking to bring more mini games into the classroom, participants will leave with ideas to start using mini games immediately across multiple contents to engage and motivate students and reinforce learning.
Speakers
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Stefanie Crawford

Instructional Coach, Dunlap CUSD 323
Stefanie Crawford taught middle school ELA for 12 years and is now an instructional coach. Stefanie is passionate about learning, creating, and inspiring other educators. She has a real passion for classroom and PD gamification, sketchnotes, trying new things, and all things Harry... Read More →

Power Up! pptx
Friday November 16, 2018 1:20pm - 2:20pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:30pm CST

EdPuzzle: Taking the Puzzle out of Student Engagement
Have you ever found yourself puzzled over student engagement? Asking yourself, “how do I get my students fully engaged with my lesson?” Many of those students who are not engaged in your classroom, go home and turn to instructional videos to help them complete their homework. Imagine if you could use these same videos in your classroom to increase student engagement! In this workshop you will learn how EdPuzzle can help you do all of this and so much more! Bring your own device to fully participate in this session.
Speakers
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Rebecca Jurkowski

TEACHER, West Aurora School District 129

Friday November 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Plaza A Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:30pm CST

From Day 1: Coaching for Maximum Impact
Discover the foundations for an effective coaching team! Considering the factors necessary for a school-based coaching program that makes an impact. Participants will investigate ways administrators, coaches, and teachers can establish a positive collaborative culture of shared leadership converging toward a cohesive plan of school improvement focused on student learning.
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EQ

Friday November 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Plaza D Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:30pm CST

Getting Your Game On!: The Gamification of Professional Development
Hear the story of how Alludo Learning has transformed technology professional development for this large unit district. Learning has never been so customized, self-paced, and FUN! Teachers can play multiple games and levels to complete activities, earning them points for professional development hours. Can you get your Game On?
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Carrie Kincaid

Technology Teacher Instructional Leader, Springfield Public Schools Dist. 186
I am a technology integration specialist serving as a Technology Teacher Instructional Leader (TIL) for Springfield Public Schools Dist. 186’s middle, high, and alternative schools.
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Jill Wollet

Technology Teacher Instructional Leader, Springfield Dist. 186
I am a technology integration specialist serving as a Technology Teacher Instructional Leader (TIL) for Springfield Public Schools Dist. 186. Currently, we have over four hundred 1:1 classrooms in our PreK-12 district (with continued, annual growth). We Tech TILs create and provide... Read More →

Gamification of PD Kincaid:Wollet Alludo Presentation pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Governor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:30pm CST

Getting Your Google Drive Organized
Is your Google Drive out of control?  Come learn some quick and easy tips to tame your Google Drive and get it organized so that you can use Google to its fullest potential - to be collaboratively productive!
Speakers
JF

Friday November 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Plaza B Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:30pm CST

Hanging Out Across the District
Utilizing Google Hangouts and Google Classroom, Joliet Public School District 86’s students are pairing up in multiple schools to explore content without the boundaries of classroom walls. In this blended learning experience, you will learn how to use the powerful tools of Hangouts and Classroom to collaborate with others while broadening your own resources.


Presentation: tinyurl.com/IETC18Hanging
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avatar for Erin Benaitis
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Erin Buteau

Instructional Tech Coach, Joliet Public School District 86
Erin Buteau is currently an Instructional Tech Coach with JPSD86 and has been for 10 years. In the past, she has taught middle school math and primary SpEd along with "Teaching with Technology" at Chicago State University and Lewis University. Erin is a digital native who has been... Read More →

Friday November 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Plaza E Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture

2:30pm CST

Sketchnoting 101
Meeting the needs of all learners is a constant struggle. In this interactive experience learn a new strategy and supporting tools to help further differentiate your instruction. Learn how to share sketchnoting and give all students a voice and sense of empowerment. Come experience first hand how visual note taking can impact your classroom. You don’t have to be artistic or creative to be talented at sketchnoting!
Speakers
avatar for Lindsay Zilly

Lindsay Zilly

Instructional Technology Coach, Orland SD 135
I am a K-8 Instructional Technology Coach in Orland IL. I have been in education for 12 years and continue to learn something new every day. I am a teacher, coach, student, mom, Apple Learning Specialist and sketchnoter. In order for our students to think differently, we must think... Read More →

Sketchnoting IETC pdf
Friday November 16, 2018 2:30pm - 3:30pm CST
Plaza F Crowne Plaza Hotel, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703
  1-hour Interactive Lecture
 

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