Georgia Educational Technology Conference

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Brent Williams

Brent Williams is a well-known speaker, instructor, and consultant specializing in computer systems technology, networking, emerging technologies, security, and computer forensics. Learn More>>

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Keynote Speaker: Alan November

An international leader in education technology, Alan was named one of the nation’s fifteen most influential thinkers of the decade by Technology and Learning Magazine. A veteran keynote speaker, he pushes the boundaries of how to improve teaching and learning. Learn More>>

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Leslie Fisher

A former Apple employee, Leslie is an entrepeneur and founder of Fisher Technologies, which specializes in web development, web tools, digital photography, and workflow. Learn More>>

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Bernajean Porter

Bernajean is a writer, speech and debate coach, inventor, auntie, teacher of possibilities, media maker, futurist, professional speaker, technology consultant, teacher of teachers, and promoter of anything that increases joy. Learn More>>

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Kathy Schrock

Kathy Schrock is a world-reknown technology specialist, professor, and librarian. She speaks and writes about pedagogically sound preactices for using technology, maintaining her award-winning site, Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators. Learn More>>

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Patrick Crispen

A professor and program manager at the University of Southern California, Patrick has 23 years of experience in educational technology. Audiences love his witty and "Plain English" presentations. Learn More>>

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Chris Walsh

Chris is the Director of Innovation and Design at New Tech Network. He established the Google Teacher Academy and produced the "Infinite Thinking Machine," an Internet TV show for educators. Learn More>>

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Tony Vincent

Tony Vincent is an independent technology consultant who has worked with teachers and students around the world. He's an expert on mobile devices and co-author of Handhelds for Teachers & Administrators. Learn More>>

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Tammy Worcester

Tammy has nearly 25 years of educational experience and authors a popular online resource for teachers around the world, Tammy's Technology Tips for Teachers. Learn More>>

Get it on your calender!
25th Annual Conference
November 7-9, 2012

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2012 Innovation Grant Application Information

Jeff Hargett of Rome City Schools is the winner of a free registration for GaETC 2012. Jeff was randomly selected from the workshop participants who provided an evaluation of their workshop experiences.

The Georgia Educational Technology Conference is dedicated to the professional development of educators. Conference presentations and exhibits will focus on technological innovations and their impact on teaching and learning. Five different types of presentations are listed below. On your mobile phone, you can view these options on www.gaetc.mobi. Many of our presenters have posted their resources for you at gaetc2011.wikispaces.com.

Workshops

GaETC 2011 offers 13 three-hour workshops to attendees. These hands-on presentations are in lab settings and explore new teaching strategies and technologies. They are offered on Tuesday, prior to the Conference opening, and during the Conference Wednesday and Thursday. There is an additional fee for workshops. Descriptions and schedules are now available. More>>

Concurrent Sessions

The Conference offers over 250 one-hour concurrent sessions presented by educators and vendors, with special sessions by featured speakers and conference sponsors. In additional to regular sessions and Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) sessions, two NEW session types will be offered: Birds of a Feather and Smackdowns. Concurrent sessions begin Wednesday morning and continue through Friday. Descriptions and schedules of concurrent sessions are now available. More>>

Student Showcase

Student groups from throughout the state will demonstrate exemplary uses of technology in an open-house format. The showcase presentations will take place outside (and inside) the Exhibit Hall. Representing schools throughout Georgia, these students will discuss their projects with individual visitors. More>>

Leadership Luncheon

Wednesday, district and state education leaders will gather to focus on issues involved in teaching and learning through technology. Speakers include John Barge, Georgia’s School Superintendent, Ken Cavallo of iSchoolInitiative, and futurist Alan November. There is an additional fee. More>>

SIS Forum

Participants will attend customized sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday to learn more about using PowerSchool in their districts and schools. The targeted audience includes new and veteran users of PowerSchool. There is an additional fee. Descriptions and schedules are available. More>>

Featured Speakers 2011