GaETC 2002 - CONCURRENT SESSION # 7 (75-87)
Wednesday, 3:00-4:00

Featured Speakers
Patrick Crispen
Christopher Curchy
Keith Kyker
Scott Noon
Norma Thornburg


Session #: 75 (v)
Title: VP, Teaching & Learning Initiatives
Presenters(s): Scott Noon
Room: Chatham BallRm A
Strand: Featured Speaker
All online courses are NOT alike.  How does a teacher make a good decision about which ones to take?  What does it mean to be a part of a professional online learning community?

Session #: 76
Title: Computer Care 102: Top Ten Troubleshooting Tips & Tricks for Teachers
Presenters(s): Patrick Crispen
Room: Chatham BallRm
Strand: Featured Speaker
You've done the weekly fab five -- updated your virus definitions, ran windows update or software update, ran scandisk or disk first aid, ran disk defragmenter, and backed up your data (all of which are discussed in Computer Care 101) -- and STILL your computer is acting hokey.  From traceroutes to msconfig to Internet Explorer's hidden repair tool, this one hour session uses plain English and easy-to-follow explanations to show you how to get your computer running again.

Session #: 77
Title:  Project Based Learning and Technology
Presenter(s) :  Norma Thornburg
Room: Chatham BallRm C
Strand: Featured Speaker
Imagine up to 15,000 students spread throughout Brazil spending five years studying 500 years of Brazilian history with such enthusiasm that they didn’t want the project to end.  This presentation explores the elements of effective long-term project-based learning and the role of technology in supporting projects and is presented from the perspective of the project designer who worked closely with the children for the duration of the program.  If you have been wondering if project-based learning is effective and if it can be used with large numbers of students, this session is for you.

Session #: 78
Title: Bitmaps and JPEGs and Gifs, Oh My!  A Guide to Digital Imaging
Presenters(s):  Christopher Curchy, Keith Kyker
Room: Auditorium
Strand: Featured Speaker
Digital cameras and scanners are becoming more and more popular in schools.  But there’s still a lot of confusion over basic terms and file formats.  In this session, we’ll cover the basics of digital imaging, like image quality, resolution, and digital camera selection.  Then we’ll move on to some of the newest software on the market.  Finally, you’ll see some student projects that can be integrated into almost any curricular area.  This session will be useful to novices and experts alike.  All are welcome, and questions are encouraged.  Come learn about this exciting technology.

Session #: 79
Title: TAG!  We're IT!
Presenters(s): Jan Goodloe, Heather Borowski, Jan Goodloe
Room: 100 - 101
Strand: Classroom Integration
Technology at Glennwood is an innovation providing resources which teachers use to integrate technology into the curriculum.  Student-generated computer projects are included in the presentation.

Session #: 80
Title: Phase II InTech:  Realizing Opportunities in Mathematics
Presenters(s): Brinkley Pound
Room: 102
Strand: Professional Development
The Phase II module supports elementary teachers as they learn to use a variety of technologies to improve instruction and student achievement in mathematics.
Handouts

Session #: 81
Title: Georgia Learning Connections Update
Presenters(s): Susan Sams, Ann Bosarge
Room: 103
Strand: Classroom Integration
Think you know everything possible about Georgia Learning Connections?  Have you made comments on the revised standards, entered one of your lessons in the Lesson Plan Builder, or scoped out our 180-Day Sequence project?  If you've missed one of these you've missed a lot.  Come test your knowledge and see what's new in our updates presentation.  See what features we've added, learn about new classroom resources, and we might even give you a sneak peek at upcoming additions.

Session #: 82
Title: Smart Cookies Smell Sweet Success With Big 6!
Presenters(s): Susan Grigsby
Room: 104
Strand: Library/Media
Make research manageable for your students by breaking it down into six easy steps.  Session includes how-to's for collaborative planning and adapting existing lesson plans.
Handout: 25 KB Word document; Website

Session #: 83
Title: Elements of eLearning
Presenters(s): John Thompson
Room: 105
Strand: Distance Learning & Telecommunications
eLearning (distance learning) is catching on in education. Traditional classrooms are being challenged by classrooms in cyberspace. Learn about the pluses and minuses from an eLearning practitioner.

Session #: 84
Title: Primary InTech
Presenters(s): Linda Mccardle, Kim Cornett
Room: 106
Strand: Professional Development
Primary InTech was developed as an alternative to Elementary InTech for the early childhood teacher.  Primary InTech encompasses developmentally appropriate theme-based activities with a technology emphasis.  Lessons are literature-based and contain many hands-on activities.

Session #: 85
Title: Lights, Camera, Action!  Producing a School News Show
Presenters(s): Sarah Ross, Mitch Malcom, Cheryl Stone
Room: 200
Strand: Multimedia/Media Production
Learn how to organize and produce news shows with your students.  Equipment needs and technical advice will be shared.  See clips of a daily program.

Session #: 86
Title: The JASON PROJECT: Real Science, Real Research, Real Time, Real Learning
Presenters(s): Ginny Brady, Claudia Rodriguez
Room: 201
Strand: Classroom Integration
The JASON Project offers students and teachers in grades 4 through 9 a comprehensive multimedia approach to enhance teaching and learning in science, technology, math, geography, and associated disciplines.  The project delivers its educational content
through a print curriculum, videos, fully interactive Internet programming, and live satellite "Telepresence" broadcasts.

Session #: 87
Title: Eastern Bluebirds in Living Color
Presenter(s): Jane Yonts and Kim Cocker
Room: 202
Strand: Classroom Integration
This session will provide information on an interdisciplinary field study by fifth-grade students at Fairyland Elementary School that uses community resources, the Internet for communication with experts, and collaboration with the Tennessee Aquarium and the Lula Lake Land Trust.

SPONSOR SESSION
Southern Business Communications

Session: 161 (v)
Title: Classroom Design Seminar
Presenter: Phil Lunney
Room: Gwinnett
Bring your ideas to discuss different ways to design classrooms and labs.


SPONSOR SESSION
Apple

Session #: 162
Title:  Spotlight on Technology Success in Georgia Schools
Location: Greene Room
Drop in for an enlightening discussion and discover how schools, educators, and students are successfully using technology.  Visit any of our six "Success Story" stations and talk with teachers and students about their incredible stories.  View projects and movies about the use of digital media, wireless laptops for mobile learning, or a district-wide laptop initiative for all teachers.


SPONSOR SESSION
Logical Choice

Session: 163 (v)
Title: Java or UNIX Academy for K-12:  How To Put One in Your School
Presenter: Jerry Neece
Room: Pulaski
Let Sun help you take the first step to discovering and developing Java and UNIX expertise at your school.  Learn why this is valuable to you, your school district and the future of Georgia’s students and workforce. How is the Sun Microsystems Strategic Initiative for K-12 benefiting schools? Find out about the availability of “Mindprint” and AEG grants.  What does it take to implement a technical academy in your school?  What is the most effective way to launch one for Java Programming or UNIX System Administration skills?  What is the demand for Solaris/UNIX Administrators in today’s market and beyond?


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