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Join us to learn about Britannica’s exciting digital resources for classroom and library use—the products that can be accessed anytime, anywhere, on any device, for a highly affordable price. The ideal tool for supporting the Common Core Standards and 21st century skill-building, Britannica School offers the broadest and best real-world, nonfiction content for reading and research across the content areas. Special features promote differentiation to reach all students and a specially-designed elementary interface engages young children in age-appropriate viewing and learning experiences.
Sr. Education Consultant, Britannica Digital Learning
I started my career in an Elementary classroom in Pontiac, MI. After several years teaching at the Elementary and Middle School levels, I moved to Chicago and took a position in the Professional Development Dept. at Britannica Digital Learning. In my position, I work with the Britannica... Read More →
Sr. Education Consultant, Britannica Digital Learning
I started my career in an Elementary classroom in Pontiac, MI. After several years teaching at the Elementary and Middle School levels, I moved to Chicago and took a position in the Professional Development Dept. at Britannica Digital Learning. In my position, I work with the Britannica... Read More →
Monday March 24, 2014 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
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Want to use technology in your classroom? Not sure where or how to get started? This session will look at both teacher used technology and student used technology in the classroom environment. Spice up your lessons and students learning with technology.
Raquel Rand is an elementary library media specialist in the Green Bay Area School District. This is her 3rd year as a librarian. She loves books and technology but she really gets excited about sharing technology with students and teachers.
Monday March 24, 2014 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
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Wow! Google Earth "ain't your granny's atlas"! Come and learn about tons of powerful tools and features in Google Earth. From historical data to water aid, 3D buildings, and streetview, we will explore the earth and even the sky! This is a can't-miss session that will bring the world to your fingertips. Literally.
What happens when the 3 R's (reading, writing, and arithmetic) are integrated with the 4 C's (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity)? Student-centered learning at its finest! You will learn how to integrate 21st century skills, the Common Core and technology by utilizing ePals, Purpose/Project Based Learning, Genius Hour, Blended Learning, and Mystery Skypes. Join in as we put the students back in the center of your classroom.
My name is Valerie Johnson and this is my fifth year teaching at the primary level in the School District of Beloit. I currently teach in a third grade 1:1 iPad classroom. I am passionate about purposefully integrating technology and building 21st century skills in daily instruction... Read More →
Tuesday March 25, 2014 9:15am - 10:15am CDT
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