GaETC 2004 - CONCURRENT SESSION # 13
Friday, 11:00-12:00
 
Viruses, Cookies, and Spam . . . Oh, My!  How to Protect Your Computer from the Internet Nasties and How to Fix What's Bugging You on Your PC or Mac
Strand:  FEATURED SPEAKER
Location:  Monument Room
Patrick Crispen, California State University at Fullerton   
In this presentation you'll learn field-tested tricks to batten down your home computer's hatches from outside attack, protect your data from virus infestation, and keep your computer running in tip-top shape. You'll also learn how to use tools like MSCONFIG, Apple Software Update, and CHKDSK to fix some common computer problems--including how to stop those annoying pop-up ads once and for all!
Extending the Life of Educational Technology
Strand:  FEATURED SPEAKER
Location:  Ball Room A
Brent Williams, Kennesaw State University ETTC   
School systems statewide now face the reality of aging educational technology and a shortage of dollars for needed replacements. This session will focus on inexpensive or free upgrades or modifications that can extend the life of educational technology (hardware and software). We will focus on student and teacher PCs, file servers, and networks. If you are stuck with older equipment and software for a while, this session is for you. Come and share your ideas. Handout (PP file)
If You Teach It, They Will Learn
Strand:  FEATURED SPEAKER
Location:  Ball Room B
Jennifer Wagner, Crossroads Christian School, Corona, California    
With thousands of software products out there, how do you choose what to teach? What if there isn’t a curriculum for what you need to teach? During this session, we will discuss many different pieces of software (from Zoo Tycoon to Bryce) and how you can teach your students to use the software properly, and also tie it into your lesson plans.  Ideas will be shown on how to modify any piece of software to fit into your curriculum and also stay within state standards.
Teaching and Learning Online!
Location:  Ball Room C
Traci Redish, Kennesaw State University ETTC, Vicki Rogers, Macon State College ETTC
Have you considered teaching online or perhaps taking an online professional development class? This session will examine the characteristics of quality online teaching and learning. Come find out what online learning is all about.
WebQuests: The "Readers' Digest" Version
Location:  Ball Room D-E
Carol Melton, Armstrong Atlantic State University ETTC    
Participants will take a look at WebQuests and receive a CD with a hotlist to a treasure-trove of resources.
Virtual Field Trips: Just a Click Away from Dreams and Amazing Places
Location:  Suite A
Beth Caracci, Brenda Emmett, Catoosa County
Virtual field trips are only a click away, taking you to places that you could never visit and teaching concepts that were once only dreams. Learn how to travel and create your own virtual field trip that brings the curriculum closer to home.
Reading the Fine Print
Strand:  Language Arts
Location:  Suite B
Gayle Esposito, Jean Clark, Linda Haycraft, DeKalb County
Learn how to improve students' writing skills with student-created books. Students can create big books, pop-up books, and fold-out books with easy-to-use templates.
Using Technology in Mathematics: InterMath Professional Development
Strand:  Math
Location:  Suite C
Chandra Orrill, Kursat Erbas, Polly Drew, University of Georgia
Intermath includes a series of four workshops focused on integrating technology into middle grades math while supporting teachers' mathematical development.
Technology Learning Center Activities for Elementary Teachers
Strand:  Language Arts
Location:  Room 106
Ruth Herzler, Cynthia Hardy, Fulton County
Learn how to use technology centers in the classroom to enhance student learning. Classroom management strategies, lesson handouts, and computer trouble-shooting tips will be shared in this session.
Create Video Tutorials for Students and Colleagues
Strand:  Media (V) 
Location:  Room 107
Adam Martingano, The University of Tampa
Participants will learn how to capture screen recordings from any piece of software and turn the recordings into tutorials or support videos. Participants will then learn to display their recordings on the web. The purpose is to show how frequently asked questions from students relating to software and online applications can be answered by using screen recordings. This process is ideal for tutorials for CD-Rom and Internet, support videos for students and colleagues, and distance learning.
Weeeeeeeeeee! Rollercoasters are Fun!
Strand:  Science
Location:  Room 303
Kristie Casler, Clayton County
Learn how to use rollercoasters and technology to teach the concepts of motion. Allow your students to see Newton's laws in something they already know!
Classroom GOLD (Great On-line Deals) for Teachers
Strand:  Media
Location:  Room 306
Curt Cearley, State University of West Georgia ETTC
There are some really golden opportunities to empower students with the Internet, and this session offers some of the best classroom nuggets.
Move to the Head of the Class with Digital Scrapbooking
Strand:  Language Arts (V) 
Location:  Room 308
Gwen Church, State University of West Georgia ETTC  
A picture is worth a thousand words. Empower students to write more effectively using this new instructional medium, digital scrapbooking. Using problem-based learning, students acquire critical thinking, research, writing, and desktop-publishing skills.
Enhancing the Writing Process using Technology - Moved to Thursday, 1:15 in Suite B
 Strand:  Language Arts (V)
Location:  Room 309
Richard Otto, Visions Technology
Teaching organizational skills in the writing process is a challenging task for teachers at all levels. There are many tools available to today’s teachers that didn’t exist just a few years ago. The emphasis of this presentation will be on exploring both software and Internet tools that can make that job of teaching the writing process easier and allow even your most disorganized students to communicate effectively. Participants will be presented with specific lessons for each stage of the writing process.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom: Strategies for Success
Strand:  Special Education
Location:  Room 310
Linda Cooke, Liberty County    
This presentation will demonstrate a variety of templates that will offer educators innovative strategies for integrating technology into the curriculum to effectively increase student achievement.
Palming Our Way to Technological Excellence
Strand:  Math
Location:  Room 312
Angel Kamara, DeKalb County
There are several handheld devices that can be used to enhance the way our students learn mathematics. This session will focus on various uses of the Palm and graphing and scientific calculators to enhance daily interaction and comprehension in the math classroom.
Pushing the Limits of Imagination and Technology
Location:  Room 313
Kathy Nichols, Alison Coker, Cobb County
Discover how technology planning can excite and motivate teachers. Take away ideas that you can use and also leave with readily available applications to increase student interest and achievement.
Survival in Today's Es MARC Jungle and Quick Access to MARC Records
Strand:  Media (V)
Location:  Room 324
Tony Veroeven, MITINET/MARC Software  
Maximize the accuracy of your library Es MARC database and improve patron search results. See how the Es curriculum intertwines with today's Es libraries. A clean MARC database can mean the difference between materials that get used versus materials that remain on the shelf.
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