Regional+Professional+Development+2012

= Computer Technology =

~ //Building Relationships to Promote Quality Learning and Instruction ~//



** Meeting Preparation: ** Please come prepared with a content lesson that integrates technology and aligns with //Common Core State Standards// (CCSS), an Internet safety lesson, or a Web 2.0 resource to share. Wireless Internet access will be available and you are encouraged to bring your own device. Any and all resources distributed will be in digital format and available from the Regional Professional Development Computer Technology wikispace.

__ Please remember to bring your own beverages, snack, and lunch. Food is not provided. __

Objectives As a result of attending this Regional Professional Development Conference, you will:
 * Meet and collaborate with other computer technology teachers from school districts throughout the region, sharing effective teaching strategies
 * Develop an understanding of inquiry-based learning strategies and Common Core State Standards connections
 * Acquire Best Practices through a team-sharing approach
 * Participate in technology integration activities

8:30-9:00 Introductions/Objectives/Activating Activity

9:00-10:00 Inquiry-based learning strategies and Common Core State Standards connections: What does that mean for a computer teacher?

10:00-10:30 Collaboration and Lesson Planning: How do you collaborate with teachers in your building when integrating technology and aligning to Common Core State Standards?

10:30 Break

10:45 – 11:45 Technology Playground: How do you see students using: iPad Station, Research Station, Creative Station, Problem-Solving Station

11:45 – 12:00 Sharing – Tech Playground

12:00 – 12:30 Lunch

12:30 – 1:15 Differentiation in Technology: Open discussion – How do you accommodate students with varied abilities and resources?

1:15 – 1:45 Assessment: How are you defining technology competencies? For students, for teachers, for administrators?

1:45 - 2:15 Internet Safety and Resources: (What does Internet safety mean for your teaching environment? What do students need to know, what resources are available and appropriate?

2:15 - 2:45 Agenda for March: What do you want to develop further? What questions/issues would you like to see addressed by the group? How will the larger group subdivide, if desired. Who will facilitate? What work needs to be done before we meet next year? Who will do it? How will your group communicate throughout the year?

2:45-3:00 Closure and Feedback: via Survey Monkey