SIG Activities at NECC, Listed by SIG
SIG1to1 (1to1 Computing)
 FORUM: SIG1to1 Forum: Effective Strategies for Teaching and Learning in a 1:1 Environment
Alice Owen, Irving ISD with Eva LaMar and Mike Muir
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 12:00pm–4:00pm WWCC 209 C
Interactive session for participants to share best practices of professional development, teaching strategies, classroom management, and student projects in a 1:1 environment.
ANNUAL MEETING:
Wednesday, 7/1/2009, 8:30am–9:30am WWCC 209 B
SIGAdmin (Administrators)
FORUM: SIGAdmin Forum: Administrators—We're Refreshed. Now What?
Betsy Goeltz, Pocatello Public Schools
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 1:30pm–4:30pm WWCC 202
Participate in an interactive forum that addresses the NETS*A and what it means in the day-to-day operation of schools.
ANNUAL MEETING:
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 202
SIGAE (Arts Educators)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER SESSION: Arts Educators Gathering
Monday, 6/29/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 154 B
SIGCT (Computing Teachers)
FORUM: SIGCT Forum: CT³: Computer Teachers/Computational Thinking/Cyber Terrorism
Jeannette Wing, National Science Foundation with Mark Ciampa
Monday, 6/29/2009, 7:30am–10:30am WWCC 201
Computational thinking and Internet security are foundations in information technology. Dr. J. Wing from the National Science NSF and Mr. M. Ciampa, CompTIA Security+ author, will explore each. $20 registration fee includes breakfast buffet. Register now!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 11:00am–12:00pm WWCC 209 B
SIG-SPONSORED WORKSHOP: Algorithmic Thinking Is Fun: Computer Science in Grades K-8
Michelle Hutton, The Girls' Middle School with Carol Amaral-Ly and Karen North
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 4:30pm–7:30pm WWCC 144 B
Computer science in grades K-8 can be hands-on, fun, and rigorous. Experience activities, outlines, and lessons designed for CS in standalone or integrated computing classes. Register now!
EXHIBITS: SIGCT is joining with NCWIT to both distribute the updated Gotta Have IT resource kits at NCWIT’s booth and plans to offer a webinar in the Fall to support the use of the materials in the kit.
SIGDE (Digital Equity)
FORUM: SIGTel & SIGDE Forum: Cyberlearning for All Students for Success (CLASS)
Aaron Doering, University of Minnesota with Jeff Sale and Bonnie Thurber
Monday, 6/29/2009, 12:00pm–4:00pm WWCC 201
Learn to create cyberlearning environments using various communication and networking technologies to enable all students, including children with special needs, to participate in online courses and projects. Register now!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Monday, 6/29/2009, 4:00pm–5:00pm WWCC 201
SIGDS (Digital Storytelling)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER SESSION: Digital Storytelling Gathering
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 146 B
SIGGS (Games & Simulations)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER SESSION: Games and Simulations Gathering
Monday, 6/29/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 145 A
We have some SIG business to cover, then our keynote will present, and then we will break for open discussion for all. Please come join us at our inaugural SIG meeting. Brian Lekander will be the keynote at this year’s SIG meeting. Please come and hear Brian talk about the current status of the Star Schools and their use and issues with games and simulations for teaching and learning. It should be an informative talk.
ARCADE: Games and Simulations Arcade
Jeremy Koester, Braver Consulting with Javier Elizondo and Scott Wilson
Monday, 6/29/2009, 8:00am–4:00pm WWCC "L" Street Bridge
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 9:00am–4:00pm WWCC "L" Street Bridge
Wednesday, 7/1/2009, 8:00am–2:00pm WWCC "L" Street Bridge
Explore games and simulations for math, science, social studies, and more as well as tools for creating games and simulations.
PLAYGROUND: Second Life Playground
Lisa Linn, Temecula Valley Unified with Scott Merrick
Monday, 6/29/2009, 8:00am–4:00pm WWCC Opposite Rooms 143 and 144
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 9:00am–4:00pm WWCC Opposite Rooms 143 and 144
Wednesday, 7/1/2009, 8:00am–2:00pm WWCC Opposite Rooms 143 and 144
Explore stations for creating avatars, navigating in Second Life, using Second Life for professional development, using Second Life with students, and exploring ISTE's Virtual island.
SIGILT (Innovative Learning Technologies)
ANNUAL MEETING:
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 2:00pm–3:00pm WWCC 209 B
SIGIS (Independent Schools)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER SESSION: Independent Schools Gathering
Monday, 6/29/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 102 A
For a list of recommended sessions, visit SIGIS's Ning site (http://www.iste-community.org/group/issig) or Wiki (http://independentschools.iste.wikispaces.net/)
SIGIVC (Interactive Video Conferencing)
SIG-Sponsored Workshop: Interactive Videoconferencing: Going Green and Saving $$$$ with Every Day Applications
Howie DiBlasi, Durango School District with Dawn Colavita, Paul Hieronymus and Doug Meyer
Sunday, 6/28/2009, 8:30am–11:30am WWCC 154 B
Learn about trends in videoconference technology, networks, and applications. Save money, save time, go green, learn. Register now!
FORUM: SIGIVC Forum: Connecting Your Students to the World
Howie DiBlasi, Durango School District
Sunday, 6/28/2009, 1:00pm–3:30pm WWCC 154 B
Discover the ins and outs of how videoconferencing technology can accelerate your school improvement efforts. Learn from and network with others using videoconferencing. Ice cream social included. $20. Register now!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Sunday, 6/28/2009, 3:30pm–5:00pm WWCC 154 B
SIGML (Mobile Learning)
SIGHC, the Handheld Computing SIG will formally change its name at NECC to SIGML, the Mobile Learning SIG.
SIG Sponsored Session: The Missing Link: Preparing Teachers to Integrate Smartphones Effectively
Ann Cunningham, Wake Forest University with Kristin Bennett
Monday, 6/29/2009, 11:00am–12:00pm WWCC 147 A
Teachers are vital to the effective integration and advocacy of this powerful 1:1 computing option. Learn to develop meaningful and effective smartphone classroom strategies.
ANNUAL MEETING:
Monday, 6/29/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 209 B
 FORUM: SIGHC Forum: Mobile, Connected, and Learning with Cell Phones
Mark van't Hooft, Kent State University, RCET with Thomas McNeal
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 3:00pm–5:00pm Offsite WWII Memorial
Join SIGHC at the World War II memorial in D.C. for a hands-on activity with camera phones, the Web, and QR codes. Bring your phone!
SIGMS (Media Specialists)
PLAYGROUND: 21st Century Media Center Playground
Monday, 6/29/2009, 8:00am–4:00pm WWCC East Registration Lobby
Connect with other library media specialists and teachers to learn about the latest technologies to support information literacy development; professional networking options, such as our successful Second Life virtual learning community; recommended Web 2.0 tools to use with students; and electronic resources, including websites, e-books, and audiobooks.
BREAKFAST: SIGMS Breakfast
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 6:30am–8:00am WWCC 202
You are invited to join your colleagues for the second annual SIGMS breakfast. Our guest speaker will be Bernanjean Porter, a nationally known speaker on technology issues of interest to school librarians. Bernajean will speak on “The Role of Digital Storytelling for Learning Across the Curriculum”. We will look at student examples of digital storytelling and how it can be used effectively to promote learning in various subject areas. Free of charge. Register at www.proquestk12.com/go/sigms. Sponsored by ProQuest and Library Media Connection magazine.
FORUM: SIGMS Forum: The School Library 2.0 and Beyond
Marilyn Woo-Lun, Linworth Publishing, Inc. with Christopher Harris, Sara Kelly Johns, David Loertscher and MaryFriend Shepard
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 10:30am–12:30pm WWCC 202
Join Marlene Woo-Lun as she leads a forum on how the school library is affected by the read-write Web. Register now!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Wednesday, 7/1/2009, 10:30am–11:30am WWCC 209 B
SIGMT (Music & Technology)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER SESSION: Music and Technology Gathering
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 154 B
The SIGMT will be meeting to discuss future directions of the SIG. We will also hear from Dr. James Frankel on the latest trends in music technology and how they specifically relate to classroom instruction.
New software and hardware will be discussed, as well as creative digital expression trends such as Web 2.0 integration strategies, the impact of video gaming on music education, and the remix/mashup phenomenon. Ideas for incorporating alternative performance ensembles will also be discussed. See the SIG wiki (http://sigmt.iste.wikispaces.net/) for more information.
SIGOL (Online Learning)
SIGTel, the Telelearning SIG will formally change its name at NECC to SIGOL, the Online Learning SIG.
ANNUAL MEETING:
Monday, 6/29/2009, 11:00am–12:00pm WWCC 209 B
FORUM: SIGTel & SIGDE Forum: Cyberlearning for All Students for Success (CLASS)
Aaron Doering, University of Minnesota with Jeff Sale and Bonnie Thurber
Monday, 6/29/2009, 12:00pm–4:00pm WWCC 201
Learn to create cyberlearning environments using various communication and networking technologies to enable all students, including children with special needs, to participate in online courses and projects. Register now!
SETSIG (Special Education Technology)
SIG SPONSORED WORKSHOP: Technology for Differentiated Instruction: Tools for All Learners
Daniel Herlihy, Connective Technology Solutions, Inc.
Sunday, 6/28/2009, 12:30pm–3:30pm WWCC 144 C
Diverse student learners often struggle with the one-size-fits-all approach to instruction. Learn how to provide access to curriculum for all students.
PLAYGROUND: Universal Design for Learning Playground
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 9:00am–4:00pm WWCC East Registration Lobby
Do you have students in your class or school who struggle to achieve grade-level standards? Come visit this playground and experience how universal design for learning strategies can foster access, engagement, and success! Playground visitors will receive tools and strategies that have been designed for struggling students but offer benefits to all learners.
ANNUAL MEETING:
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 209 B
FORUM: SETSIG Forum: Essential Technology Tools for Struggling Learners in Every Classroom
Kevin Anderson, Oak Park Elementary District 97
Wednesday, 7/1/2009, 8:30am–11:30am WWCC 201
Join us to help SETSIG produce a technology toolkit that will help teachers address the academic needs of struggling learners across the curriculum. Register now!
SIGTAP (Technology in Afterschool Programs)
BIRDS OF A FEATHER SESSION: Technology in Afterschool Programs Gathering
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 102 A
SIGTC (Technology Coordinators)
FORUM: SIGTC Forum: The 21st-Century Technology Leader
Max Frazier, Newman University
Sunday, 6/28/2009, 1:00pm–4:00pm WWCC 207 B
Join SIGTC and Max Frazier for a presentation and panel discussion on emerging technology, implementation challenges, learning, legislation, and more. Register now!
ANNUAL MEETING:
Monday, 6/29/2009, 12:30pm–1:30pm WWCC 209 B
SIGTE (Teacher Educators)
SIG Sponsored Workshop: Virtual Worlds in Teacher Education: Your Second Life
Leaunda Hemphill, Western Illinois University with Hoyet Hemphill
Sunday, 6/28/2009, 12:30pm–3:30pm WWCC 143 B
Learn to establish an effective presence as a teacher or teacher educator in Second Life and other virtual worlds in education. Register now!
RESEARCH PAPER: SIGTE Research Paper Award Winner: Cyberbullying: Using Virtual Scenarios to Educate and Raise Awareness
Vivian Wright, The University of Alabama with Joy Burnham, Mike Charles, Chris Inman and Heather Ogorchock
Monday, 6/29/2009, 12:30pm–1:30pm WWCC 209 C
ANNUAL MEETING:
Monday, 6/29/2009, 4:45pm–6:15pm WWCC 207 B
FORUM: SIGTE Forum: Preparing Teachers for Digital Age Learners--Legislation for Change
Mike Charles, Pacific University
Tuesday, 6/30/2009, 12:30pm–3:00pm WWCC 207 B
Discuss lessons learned from PT3 grants and the passing of PTDAL legislation to inform local teacher preparation and development initiatives and future SIGTE advocacy. Register now!
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