ISTE News

International Society for Technology in Education Announces Results of 2012 Board Elections

aseits@iste.org — Mon, 07 May 2012 10:47:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) has announced the results of its 2012 board election. ISTE members elected three new board members and re-elected four.

Newly elected to the board are the following:

At-Large Representative
Kathy Schrock, consultant, kackl!, Eastham, Mass.

School District Administrator
Betsy Goeltz, principal, Pocatello School District, Pocatello, Idaho

Special Interest Group Representative
Laurie Conzemius, media specialist, Independent School District 748, Sartell, Minn.

Re-elected to the board were:

Affiliate Representative
Mike Lawrence, executive director, Computer-Using Educators (CUE) Inc., Walnut Creek, Calif.

Corporate Member Representative
Paige Johnson, education strategist, Intel Corporation, Portland, Ore.

PK-12 Schools Representative
Gwyneth Anne Jones, teacher, librarian and technology specialist, Murray Hill Middle School, Laurel, Md.

Teacher Educator Representative
Arlene Borthwick, associate dean, National Louis University, Chicago, Ill.

The new board members will take office in June at a board meeting held in conjunction with the ISTE 2012 conference and exposition (formerly known as NECC) in San Diego. Board officer elections will take place at that time as well. Holly Jobe, education consultant, will begin her second year as board president.

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK–12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition, the ISTE leadership conference and the widely adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide.

Contact
Angela Seits, ISTE, (541) 302-3786 or aseits@iste.org
Pat Walsh, Vox PRPA, (541) 434-7021 or pat@voxprpa.com

Education Technology Summit Participants Call for Renewed Federal Commitment to Ed Tech

hartfordb — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:41:44 GMT

Washington, DC – The nation’s leading education technology associations – the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) and the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) – yesterday hosted the ninth annual Washington Education Technology Summit. Bringing together educators representing 23 states and nearly every region of the country, the summit provided participants with an opportunity to stress to Congress the increasingly urgent need to restore federal support for education technology, particularly in the face of across the board budget cuts and in advance of online assessments to measure Common Core standards in 2014.

Prior to their Hill visits, participants heard remarks from Sen. Mark Begich (D-AK) and Rep. Jared Polis (D-CO), as well as Congressional staffers from the offices of Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA), senior member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee and Senate Appropriations Committee; Sen. John D. Rockefeller (D-WV), Chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee; and Rep. Dennis Rehberg (R-MT), Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies.

“Preparing our high school students for the 21st century workforce must be of the highest priority. Essential to that preparation is bringing high speed broadband and innovative technology to our classrooms to allow our kids to excel,” said Sen. Begich. “By modernizing our infrastructure and providing the range of STEM instruction from a young age, we prepare them to fill the jobs of the future and ensure that America stays competitive on a global playing field.”

“As Congress reshapes our federal education laws, we have many opportunities to strengthen online learning and technology in classrooms. I will be working hard to make these innovative changes that will support positive student achievement outcomes,” said Rep. Polis.

Following those remarks, summit attendees held meetings with Members and House and Senate staff.

“Our message to policymakers is that at a time when governments around the world are making strategic investments in education technology and ensuring their students receive a 21st century education, we cannot afford to let up,” said CoSN CEO Keith Krueger. “U.S. competitiveness and innovation leadership are at stake, so we must find ways to make fiscally responsible investments in our schools’ technology infrastructure and in the tools and resources our educators and students need to compete and succeed.”

Summit participants urged Members of Congress to restore funding for the Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) program to at least $100 million in FY13 appropriations. In addition, they pressed for the inclusion of the Achievement Through Technology and Innovation Act (S. 1178 and H.R. 3614), which would revamp EETT, in the reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, as well as the meaningful infusion of education technology into all pertinent federal education programs. Participants also advocated for the passage of legislation that would permanently exempt from the Anti-Deficiency Act all universal service programs and the E-Rate.

“We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines and watch federal funding for education technology disappear program by program,” said Don Knezek, CEO of ISTE. “Our message is that these investments are critical, particularly as online assessments are only two years away. In the more than 70 meetings we participated in on Thursday with policymakers, summit participants were encouraged that Congressional Members were beginning to grasp the value of EETT and E-Rate to enhancing education in their districts.”

“We look forward to keeping the momentum of our advocacy efforts going,” said Doug Levin, Executive Director of SETDA. “We are committed to continuing the dialogue with policymakers both on the Hill and in the Administration to ensure that federal support for key programs is maintained and funding for the EETT program is restored to the necessary level to ensure its success.”

About CoSN, ISTE and SETDA

CoSN is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. The mission of CoSN is to empower educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments. Visit www.cosn.org or phone 866.267.8747 to find out more about CoSN’s Leadership Initiatives, annual conference and events, policy and advocacy, membership, and resources.

International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition, the ISTE leadership conference, and the widely-adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. www.iste.org.

State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) is the national member association that represents the interests of the educational technology leadership of state and territorial education agencies in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the Bureau of Indian Affairs. SETDA members work collectively and in public-private partnerships to ensure that meaningful technology innovations with broad potential for systemic improvements and cost-savings in teaching, learning and leadership are brought to scale. www.setda.org.

CONTACT:

CoSN: Jennifer Cummings, (202) 822-9491, jcummings@cosn.org

ISTE: Deborah Mersino, (541) 349-7575, dmersino@iste.org

SETDA: Sara Hall, (410) 279-3368, shall@setda.org

ISTE's 2012 Conference and Exposition Focuses on Expanding Horizons

hartfordb — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 12:33:18 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C.—The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) announces dates, location, and theme for its 33rd annual conference and exposition. ISTE 2012, “Expanding Horizons,” will be held June 24 through 27, 2012, at the San Diego Convention Center.

Presented by ISTE in cooperation with Computer-Using Educators (CUE), the annual conference and exposition is the world’s most comprehensive education technology event. Last year’s conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, attracted more than 18,000 participants and nearly 500 exhibiting companies. This year, ISTE expects 18,000 educators, tech coordinators, teacher educators, administrators, and industry and government representatives to attend from all over the world.

“We’re pleased to return to this lively, innovative, and beautiful city for our 2012 event,” said Leslie Conery, ISTE deputy CEO and conference chair. “San Diego offers an inspiring backdrop for the engaged, thought-leading educators who converge at ISTE’s annual conference and exposition.”

“With a theme of ‘Expanding Horizons,’ our objective is to create a conference experience that focuses on how educators can fuel students’ passion to learn,” said Conery. “We believe that a comprehensive, digital-age education expands students’ horizons and better prepares them to succeed in college, career, and civic life.”

General registration is open now. Prospective attendees, especially those traveling to San Diego from other regions, should register soon to take advantage of early-bird discounts and because housing tends to fill up quickly. Housing, registration, and travel information are available on the ISTE 2012 website.

International inquiries should be directed to (541) 346-3537 or to e-mail at conf-reg@iste.org.

The full conference program, searchable database, and conference planner have recently been posted and special registration for ticketed workshops, sessions, and events is now available. Media registration opens in early April. Keynotes and program highlights will be announced in the coming months. ISTE 2012 includes nearly 300 formal sessions, 400 informal sessions, and hundreds of opportunities for networking and over-the-shoulder learning. Get details at www.isteconference.org/2012.

CONTACT: Marlene Nesary, mnesary@iste.org, (541) 302-3789

ISTE CEO Don Knezek to Step Down as of September 2012

hartfordb — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:05:11 GMT

Washington, D.C. – After more than 10 years leading the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), Donald G. Knezek, PhD, CAE, has announced his decision to step down as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer as of September 30, 2012.

Knezek became CEO of ISTE in 2002. His leadership and stewardship have been instrumental in growing the organization's size, fiscal health, and influence in education policy, advocacy, international collaboration and partnerships, and virtual communities.

During Knezek's tenure as Chief Executive Officer, ISTE:
• Completed a merger with the governing organization of the National Educational Computing Conference (NECC) in a way that strengthened both the conference and ISTE. NECC, now known as ISTE's annual conference and exposition, is the most comprehensive education technology event in the world.
• Established a headquarters office in Washington, D.C., where Knezek became a respected voice and leading authority on education issues and positioned ISTE as a policy and advocacy champion for digital age learning, teaching, and education leadership in the halls of U.S. Congress, the White House, and various agencies and entities of federal, state, and local governments.
• Increased global collaborations and partnerships, working together with members, educators, policy makers, education ministries, agencies, and non-governmental organizations from around the globe to transform education for all learners. Knezek currently serves on the governing board of the Institute for Information Technologies in Education (IITE), part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The governing board of IITE consists of 11 members chosen for their eminence in the field.
• Refreshed and expanded its NETS, a comprehensive framework for global digital age learning, teaching, and leadership. The NETS have been widely adopted in the United States and globally.

In announcing his decision, Knezek noted, "I'm so proud of what we've accomplished with a dedicated staff and outstanding volunteer leadership on behalf of better opportunities and access for all the world's learners."

ISTE President Holly Jobe commented, "Don's extraordinary vision and leadership helped establish ISTE as the premier educational technology organization and his efforts have positively impacted students and teachers throughout the world. The board appreciates his tireless effort and commitment to realizing ISTE's mission."

A search committee will be formed with the anticipated appointment of a new CEO no later than September 2012.

Contact: Deborah Mersino, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, dmersino@iste.org, (work)1.541.349.7575, (cell) 1.541.521.8141

Statement on Obama's FY13 Budget by Don Knezek, CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education

hartfordb — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 16:00:00 GMT

We support the strong focus on education jobs in President Obama’s FY13 budget proposal, especially the provision of $30 billion to modernize schools and $30 billion to help states and localities retain and hire teachers and first responders. ISTE is also interested in the opportunities for learning and teaching in the new broadband initiative.

However, we’re disappointed that once again the Administration’s rhetoric on digital learning does not match its funding priorities. On February 1, Digital Learning Day, President Obama said, “By harnessing the power of technology in the classroom, we equip our educators with the tools they need to prepare our next generation of doers and thinkers for the jobs of tomorrow.” Barely two weeks later Obama’s FY13 budget fails to provide any direct program funding, such as the Enhancing Education Through Technology, or EETT, program, that would help realize that vision.

The Obama Administration has embraced the notion that schools are transitioning from print to digital, and that students need digital skills to succeed in college and career. But this budget doesn’t help them get there. The Federal government must lead by providing financial support so that students have access to digital tools and resources and teachers have the professional development to effectively integrate them into classroom learning.

We are pleased to join with the US Department of Education, UNESCO, and other national and international partners in a new USAID-led education technology alliance to explore mobile devices for learning and teaching in countries around the world. As President Obama says, investing in such “game-changing science and technology” can “help spark historic leaps in development.”

ISTE will continue to promote our policy priorities for the coming year:
• Great teachers and principals.
• An education that provides true college and career readiness.
• Access to broadband, both at school and at home.

ISTE encourages all education technology advocates to participate in the Washington Education Technology Policy Summit on March 8, in Washington DC. Learn more about ISTE’s resources for education technology advocacy and how to make your voice heard.

ISTE in 2012: What We Believe

hartfordb — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:58:02 GMT

Recent years have helped clarify the significant linkages between an improved public education system and a strong economy. After years of talking about 21st century skills, STEM education and the like, we now see that our future societal and economic success depend largely on what our kids learn in the classroom, how they learn it, and how well they are able to apply it to the world around them.

College and career readiness stands as a focal point for K-12 education in the coming year. The nation will be watching closely to see what develops with the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) reauthorization. We’ll also be tracking Common Core State Standards and proficiency exams, as well as their impact on student achievement. College and career readiness has become the ultimate metric for measuring school and educator effectiveness and the success of our primary and secondary education systems.

Education technology is utterly central to college and career readiness in 2012 and a core non-negotiable for success. It is essential for building student learning and achievement, for improving our lowest performing schools, and for developing relevant achievement measures and data systems. Further, we must provide professional development in technology integration to boost educator effectiveness and strengthen our public schools.

Representing more than 100,000 educational leaders, the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) has long been committed to ensuring all districts, schools, and classrooms have both the access and understanding to effectively integrate ed tech into the modern-day instructional experience. To that end, for 2012 we have identified three key principles that should guide educational policy making. At ISTE, we believe every child should have:

1. Great teachers and principals.

Throughout the past several years, more and more attention has been placed on the topic of “effective educators.” We continue to explore the best ways to evaluate teachers and principals and we explore ways to identify, recruit, retain, and support the best possible educators. As we do so, we must recognize that classroom technology skills are a pre-requisite of “highly effective” teaching. All students should have access to P-12 educators who use modern information tools and digital content to support student learning in all content areas. Ultimately, we must provide our teachers and principals with a comprehensive set of digital resources and relevant 21st century professional development. These digital age resources help them transform teaching and provide all students with a 21st century learning experience focused on college and career preparation. Professional development for teachers and principals is foundational to ensuring that educators are indeed effective.

2. An education that provides true college and career readiness.

It is not enough to simply declare college and career readiness as a goal, nor can we expect to produce the highest percentage of college graduates in the world by the year 2020 without making significant improvements in what we teach, how we teach it, and how students learn to apply it. If the upcoming ESEA is indeed going to be a College and Career Readiness Act, we must effectively engage student learning through new instructional approaches and new technologies, with teachers demonstrating the relevance of a 21st century education. All of which require opportunities for educators to participate in sustained and systemic training designed specifically to refocus instructional approaches and use new technologies.

ISTE’s NETS for Students provide an important roadmap for the global digital age skills students need to be truly ready for college and career opportunities. The NETS identify higher-order thinking skills and digital citizenship as critical for student success, and can help empower students to think critically, solve problems, make decisions, and use technology effectively and productively. ISTE’s NETS for Teachers can guide professional development goals and best practices for a relevant 21st century education, which is foundational to ensuring that students are in fact college and career ready in today’s technology-rich communication-centric world.

3. Access to broadband, both at school and at home.

As ISTE noted in its policy priorities for 2010 and 2011, the United States must continue its national commitment to closing the digital divide. We must work to provide all students access to affordable broadband and the virtually limitless information and learning tools resulting from it. Increasingly, today’s students and teachers rely on broadband for everyday classroom needs. School and district networks barely keep pace with these increased demands, and many are hitting the breaking point. Students also need Internet access at home, as successful completion of school assignments often demands access to broadband. Students who do not have Internet access at home are at a significant disadvantage. We must ensure that students gain access to broadband at home, ensuring that all of our students have Internet access to educational materials outside of school hours.

If, as a nation, we are serious about preparing all of our students for both college and career, providing them with the strongest and most effective P-12 learning experience possible, we must focus on what is most important to the individual student and the collective success. In the 21st century, every student in the United States should have excellent teachers and principals. Every student should truly be prepared for college and career. And every student should have affordable access to broadband. ISTE is committed to achieving these goals, and its members look forward to working with policymakers, the business community, educators, community leaders, families, and students to make these goals a policy reality in 2012.

ISTE CEO Don Knezek on President Obama's 2012 State of the Union Address

hartfordb — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:18:30 GMT

"The President is absolutely correct. Educators do matter. We’re especially encouraged that President Obama talks about empowering teachers and principals to use their ‘creativity and passion’ to ensure that all students are learning and that quality teachers are at work in all schools.

“ISTE has long championed creativity as essential to learning, teaching and school leadership through our widely adopted digital age standards, the NETS, and events like ISTE 2012. We must continue to work together to ensure that educational technology is included in our shared roadmap to success and achievement. In the globalized economy that the President speaks of, few things are as important as a highly skilled labor force. And that labor force is the result of educators who have relevant digital age skills as well as creativity, passion, and professionalism.”

ISTE to Co-Manage the 2012 International Exhibition and Forum for Education in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Britni Hartford — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:38:42 GMT

January 13, 2012

Washington, D.C. – The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) will co-administer the 2012 International Exhibition and Forum for Education (IEFE) February 13–17, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Organized by the Saudi Arabia Ministry of Education, the conference is a centerpiece for achieving the objectives of public education in establishing a knowledge-based society. The forum is expected to draw more than 25,000 attendees and up to 250 exhibitors.

The 2012 IEFE will allow education companies and organizations an excellent opportunity to explore and expand to a new market by exhibiting at this event.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has recently initiated a complete overhaul of its education system and has committed US$40 billion this year for education, including the latest educational technology, infrastructure, learning environments, and professional development. Significant demands exist at every level of the Saudi educational system. With the troubled global economy, companies are looking for new education markets, and Saudi Arabia is a great market to consider.

Book exhibit space or learn more about IEFE by contacting Steve Abbott, ISTE’s senior corporate relations officer at 1.202.861.7777 or sabbott@iste.org.

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About ISTE: The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

About IEFE: The 2012 IEFE expo brings together people from across the educational spectrum. Administrators, exhibitors, government officials, and world-renowned experts will meet and discuss ideas that enhance teacher performance through the integration of the world’s most successful and influential learning practices.

ISTE CEO Don Knezek Appointed to UNESCO Institute Governing Board, Continues Advocacy for Global, Digital-Age Education

mnesary — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:27:26 GMT

Washington, DC – UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova has appointed Donald G. Knezek, PhD, CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®), to the governing board of the Institute for Information Technologies in Education (IITE) for a two-year period from 2011 to 2013.

UNESCO (the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization) established IITE in 1997 to
• support bridging the digital divide in education and building inclusive knowledge societies
• serve as a centre of excellence and provider of technical support and expertise in the area of ICT usage in education
• promote e-environments for increasing access to education and lifelong learning, facilitating policy dialogue and initiate development of national strategies on application of ICTs in education.

The governing board of IITE consists of 11 members chosen for their eminence in the field. The Board meets at least once a year and whenever necessary in the interest of the Institute or for the requirements of its activities. Knezek attended the most recent meeting of the governing board, held in Moscow, Russia in mid-November, 2011.

"I’m honored by this appointment," said Knezek, "and very pleased to extend the work ISTE’s done with UNESCO around ICT standards for teachers into this new arena. All of us have so much to learn from and with the global community."

A strong advocate for global, digital-age learning and teaching, Dr. Knezek will be headed to France in December to present at the First UNESCO Mobile Learning Week.

About Don Knezek

Don Knezek, CEO of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®), is recognized internationally for his leadership in transforming learning and teaching through effective and innovative uses of technology. He has led innovation at all levels of education, from classrooms and school districts to state, national and international projects. Recent leadership efforts include directing a national center for teacher preparation; consulting with ministries of education and affiliated groups from all over the world around digital age standards; and partnering with UNESCO on its ICT Competency Framework for Teachers and related credentialing programs for 21st century teaching. Dr. Knezek holds a Bachelor’s Degree cum laude from Dartmouth College, Master’s Degree from the University of Hawaii, and PhD from the University of Texas. He is a tireless advocate for universal education.

About ISTE

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

Education Community Hails Senate Committee's Inclusion of ATTAIN Act in ESEA Reauthorization Bill

mnesary — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 13:53:14 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 21, 2011

Contacts:

CoSN: Jennifer Cummings, 202-822-9491, jcummings@cosn.org

ISTE: Marlene Nesary, 541-302-3789, mnesary@iste.org

SETDA: Sara Hall, 410-279-3368, shall@setda.org

SIIA: Laura Greenback, 202-789-4461, lgreenback@siia.net

Washington, DC – Today, the nation’s leading educational technology advocates applauded the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee for including the Achievement Through Technology and Innovation (ATTAIN) Act in legislation to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), favorably reported out last night. The associations – Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) and State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) – also applauded Senator Jeff Bingaman for his leadership in offering the ATTAIN Act amendment. The groups released the following statement:
"We thank Senators Bingaman, Murray, Murkowski, Harkin and others for championing the Achievement Through Technology and Innovation Act, and ensuring its inclusion in the Committee-passed Senate ESEA reauthorization.

"The ATTAIN program will help the nation’s education system further shift to the digital age, building the capacity of educators and administrators to adopt innovative, technology-enabled practices. This federal leadership for technology and digital learning will enhance in our schools the effective use of data, differentiated instruction, personalized learning, access to online learning, and the availability of more engaging and authentic uses of digital curriculum and assessment.

"The use of technology by our students and in our classrooms is inextricably linked to the future of American innovation, sustained technological leadership and U.S. competitiveness in the 21st century. We call on all Members of Congress to support passage of the ATTAIN Act into law, to provide for its funding, and to infuse technology throughout ESEA programs to meet local needs."

The ATTAIN Act was also supported by the following organizations: Adobe Systems, Inc., Alliance for Excellent Education, American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, American Association of School Administrators, American Association of University Women, Apple, Inc., ASCD, Association of Educational Service Agencies, Association of School Business Officials, Blackboard Inc., Common Sense Media, Discovery Communications, Education TURNKEY Systems, Inc., Intel, Knowledge Alliance, KnowledgeWorks, Learning Disabilities Association of America, NASSP, National Association of Elementary School Principals, National Association of Federally Impacted Schools, National Association of State Boards of Education, National Association of State Directors of Special Education, National Commission on Teaching and America's Future, National Council of Teachers of English, National Education Association, National Rural Education Advocacy Coalition, National Rural Education Association, National School Board Association, North Carolina STEM Community Collaborative, Pearson Education, Project Tomorrow, SMART Technologies, Sunburst and TechNet.

The ATTAIN Act would:

• Update classrooms with appropriate technology and ensure that educators receive continuous and comprehensive technology professional development;
• Foster the expansion of online and blended learning by encouraging states to remove legal and regulatory barriers, including seat time requirements and arbitrary caps on online course enrollments;
• Support district capacity to implement online common core assessments in 2014 by prioritizing funding for enhanced infrastructure, training and leadership;
• Promote technology initiatives that lead to personalized, rigorous and relevant learning;
• Increase education productivity and reduce costs through the use of technology; and
• Better prepare students to be technology literate and college and career ready so they can succeed in a competitive 21st century.

About CoSN, ISTE, SETDA, SIIA:

Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) is the country’s premier voice in education technology leadership, serving K-12 technology leaders who through their strategic use of technology, improve teaching and learning. For further information, visit www.cosn.org.

International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely-adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. www.iste.org.

Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) is the principal trade association for the software and digital content industries. SIIA provides global services in government relations, business development, corporate education and intellectual property protection to 500 leading software and information companies. SIIA and our member companies have long collaborated with educators, policymakers and other stakeholders to improve education through the use of innovative learning technologies. For further information, visit www.siia.net/education.

ISTE Announces Winner of 2011 Research Paper Award of Excellence

tthomas — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:34:50 GMT

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Contact: Marlene Nesary
  ISTE
  Phone: (541) 302-3789
  E-Mail: mnesary@iste.org

Thursday, August 18, 2011

ISTE Announces Winner of 2011 Research Paper Award of Excellence

Washington, D.C. – The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) announced the winner of the 2011 SIGTE Research Paper Award of Excellence.

Sponsored by ISTE’s Special Interest Group for Teacher Educators (SIGTE), the award recognizes excellence in research in the area of technology and teacher education. It was presented at ISTE’s annual conference and exposition, ISTE 2011, in Philadelphia June 26-29, 2011.

The 2011 SIGTE winner is Dr. Susan R. Sutton, Assistant Professor from St. Cloud State University Center for Information Media, St. Cloud, Minnesota. The award-winning study and research paper, “A Case Study Exploring the Preservice Technology Training Experiences of Novice Teachers,” identifies and analyzes the preservice technology training experiences of teachers who have been in the field teaching between one and three years and examines their perceptions of how well their teacher preparation program prepared them with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfill the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS•T).

To read the research paper for “A Case Study Exploring the Preservice Technology Training Experiences of Novice Teachers,” visit http://bit.ly/rqaoYN.

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

Nearly 18,000 Attend ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia

tthomas — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 08:01:44 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
July 11, 2011

CONTACT: Marlene Nesary, ISTE, mnesary@iste.org, (541) 302-3789
Pat Walsh, Vox Public Relations Public Affairs, pwalsh@voxprpa.com, (541) 434-7021

Nearly 18,000 Attend ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA — More than 17,850 educators and exhibit personnel attended the International Society for Technology in Education's (ISTE ®) annual conference and exhibition, ISTE 2011, held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center June 26-29.

Presented by ISTE in cooperation with affiliate organization Pennsylvania Association for Educational Communications and Technology, ISTE 2011 drew attendees from all over the globe. Conference-goers included teachers, administrators, library media specialists, technology coordinators, and teacher educators, as well as decision-makers from industry and government.

Conference highlights included:
• 13,336 registered attendees
• 4,562 exhibit personnel
• Provocative and inspirational keynotes by author and developmental molecular biologist John J. Medina; world-renowned leadership expert Stephen R. Covey, principal of top-rated magnet school Muriel Summers, and two poised 5th grade boys; and founding principal of the Science Leadership Academy, Chris Lehmann
• Dozens of workshops with more than 2,611 tickets sold
• An exhibit hall the size of 5.5 football fields featuring 1,423 booths and 501 companies displaying hardware, software, equipment and services focused on the use of technology to improve learning, teaching and school administration
• 149 registered journalists from around the globe
• 1,025 attendees sent more than 3,000 letters to the U.S. Congress in support of education technology programs and funding, and several hundred participated in advocacy video and photo petitions
• Nearly 6 miles of network cable laid in the conference center and more than 10,000 wireless devices connected to the network in one 24-hour period
• Among the attendees were 1,152 presenters and 940 international attendees from 63 countries

ISTE's annual conference and exposition will be held next year in San Diego, June 24 through 27. For more about ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia and ISTE 2012 in San Diego, visit www.iste.org.

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

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New White Paper, New Standards for Technology Coaching Debut at ISTE 2011

tthomas — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 07:37:25 GMT

For Immediate Release: June 28, 2011
Contact: Marlene Nesary, ISTE, mnesary@iste.org, (541) 302-3789

New White Paper, New Standards for Technology Coaching Debut at ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia

Philadelphia---The International Society for Technology in Education released a new white paper, “Coaching, Technology and Community: Power Partners for Improved Professional Development in Primary and Secondary Education” at its annual conference and exposition, taking place this week at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.

The white paper released in conjunction with a first look at ISTE’s new standards for coaching, NETS*C, focuses on the transformation of professional development for a new digital generation. ISTE recommends a three-pronged approach to better prepare teachers to help students learn and unlock their potential. The approach embraces

• An effective coaching model
• Online communities for greater collaborative
• A fully embedded use of technology

In addition to case studies, the paper includes ISTE’s top tips for leveraging technology, coaching, and community, recommended next steps, and a first look at the details of ISTE’s NETS for Technology Coaches, which are expected to be finalized by September, 2011.

“ISTE is taking a leadership role in helping to create and connect the power partners of coaching, technology and community,” noted ISTE president Holly Jobe, who spoke at the release event and for the past five years has managed the state of Pennsylvania’s Classroom of the Future Project. “We aren’t going to transform education just by plopping technology in the classroom. The most effective way that I’ve seen over the long course of my career is coaching and providing that at-the-elbow support for teachers to try new things.”

Also speaking at the event was Monica Beglau, winner of ISTE’s 2011 Outstanding Leader award and executive director of the eMints National Center which is profiled in the white paper. She emphasized that this three-pronged approach to professional development “really helps teachers grab the knowledge, skills and practice they need” to unlock student potential.

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. www.iste.org

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Neuroscientist and Best-Selling Author Dr. John J. Medina at ISTE 2011 Explores How Physiological Factors of the Brain Embrace and Shape Student Potential

tthomas — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 07:36:16 GMT

For Immediate Release: June 26, 2011

Neuroscientist and Best-Selling Author Dr. John J. Medina at ISTE 2011 Explores How Physiological Factors of the Brain Embrace and Shape Student Potential

PHILADELPHIA—Brain researcher and bestselling author Dr. John J. Medina, delivered the opening keynote address for an overflow crowd of more than 6,000 educators at ISTE 2011. The five-day conference for educators is being held June 25 through 30 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
Medina’s presentation, “Brain Rules for Education,” focused on physiological and cognitive structures of the brain and their role in unlocking the potential for learning and teaching. “Every brain is wired differently from every other brain,” Medina said, “and learns in ways unique to that wiring.”

He noted that current learning environments are directly opposed to the best function of the brain, which operates at peak efficiency when “made to solve problems related to survival in an outdoor setting in constant motion in unstable weather.” Sitting in classrooms all day does not encourage optimal brain performance.
Medina shared his “theory of mind” and how it applies to teaching. “If you can penetrate inside someone’s psychological interior, you will know when you’ve bewildered or inspired them.”

If teachers have the ability to recognize gaps in student knowledge then they can develop lessons that address it. Medina’s presentation offered provocative ideas about how the brain sciences might influence the way we educate children and how we use technology today and into the future.

ISTE president Holly Jobe underscored the idea that educators “need to tap into the interests of the students. Many educators today teach the way they were taught,” she continued. “But we are obligated to change our classroom practices and meet students in their world.”
Both presenters challenged the audience to rethink how our children learn and how the education system must transform if we are to truly unlock every learner’s potential.

To view the Sunday keynote presentations, visit ISTE’s YouTube channel.

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. www.iste.org

CONTACT:
Marlene Nesary, ISTE, mnesary@iste.org, (541) 302-3789, cell (541) 912-0428

Leading Education and Business Groups Welcome Senate Introduction of the ATTAIN Act

tthomas — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 10:27:16 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 9, 2011

Contacts:

CoSN – Jennifer Cummings, jcummings@fratelli.com
ISTE – Marlene Nesary, mnesary@iste.org
SETDA – Geoff Fletcher, gfletcher@setda.org
SIIA – Laura Greenback, lgreenback@siia.net

Leading Education and Business Groups Welcome Senate Introduction of the ATTAIN Act

Legislation Essential to Modernizing K-12 Classrooms, Ensuring Educators have Skills for Digital Age Instruction

Washington, DC – Representing a broad cross section of the U.S. education and business communities, 11 leading associations today applauded the introduction of the Achievement Through Technology and Innovation Act (ATTAIN) in the U.S. Senate. The groups – Alliance for Excellent Education, American Association of School Administrators, Association of Education Service Agencies, Consortium for School Networking, International Society for Technology in Education, National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), National Education Association, National Rural Education Association, National Rural Education Advocacy Coalition, Software & Information Industry Association, and the State Educational Technology Directors Association– released the following joint statement.

“We welcome today’s Senate introduction of the ATTAIN Act, and we applaud Senators Bingaman, Murray and Blumenthal for their leadership and commitment to ensuring our students and educators can access and effectively use educational technologies.

“The legislation introduced today will foster the expansion of online and blended learning and promote technology initiatives that lead to personalized, rigorous and relevant learning. The bill also will spur efforts to increase education productivity and reduce costs through the use of technology. By prioritizing funding to enhance technology integration, professional development and leadership, the legislation supports school districts’ capacity to implement online common core assessments in 2014.

“The ATTAIN Act will help ensure that our children receive an education reflective of the technology-rich world in which they live and learn, enabling their classrooms to be equipped with appropriate technology and educators to receive continuous and comprehensive professional development to leverage these tools effectively.

“The ATTAIN Act recognizes that technology literacy is an essential skill our children need to be college and career ready, and prepared to navigate and succeed in the competitive 21st century environment.

“In addition to the ATTAIN Act, we support the meaningful infusion of technology throughout the reauthorization of the ESEA to provide educators and local leaders the flexibility to leverage technology to meet all federal program goals and requirements. Technology is mission critical in a 21st century education, and we look forward to working with Members of Congress to ensure adequate federal leadership needed to realize this vision and potential for all students.”

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Full Slate of Keynotes and Sponsors Announced for ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia

tthomas — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:28:40 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 7, 2011

CONTACT: Marlene Nesary, mnesary@iste.org, (541) 302-3789
Pat Walsh, pwalsh@voxprpa.com, (541) 434-7021

Full Slate of Keynotes and Sponsors Announced for ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia

Washington, D.C. ---Thousands of educators, technology coordinators, administrators, and tech industry reps from around the world are expected to attend the International Society for Technology in Education's 32nd annual conference and exposition June 26 – 29, 2011, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. In addition to a full program of nearly 700 sessions, ISTE 2011 includes three inspiring keynotes and the support of more than a dozen tiered sponsors.
The world’s premier ed tech event, ISTE’s annual conference and exposition typically attracts between 15,000 and 20,000 attendees.

“Unlocking Potential” is the theme of ISTE 2011, which is held in cooperation with the Pennsylvania Association for Educational Communications and Technology (PAECT). Each keynote features a unique perspective on the different ways educators can unlock the potential of their students. Here is the keynote lineup for ISTE 2011:

• Dr. John Medina, Sunday, June 26, 5:45–7 pm “Brain Rules for Education”

• Dr. Steven R. Covey with Muriel Summers, Tuesday, June 28, 8:30–9:45 am “Mindsets for the 21st Century: Unleashing Leadership Potential in Students”

• Chris Lehmann, Wednesday, June 29, 2:45—4:15 pm “Change Now: The Urgency of School Reform”

“We’re very excited about this trio of keynotes,” said Leslie Conery, ISTE’s deputy CEO and conference chair. “The entire ISTE 2011 program is designed to help educators unlock their potential and explore new ways of learning and teaching.”

Conery noted that ISTE 2011 has attracted more than a dozen tiered sponsors. “We gratefully acknowledge their support,” said Conery. “It strengthens our ability to provide a memorable, quality experience for the thousands of educators joining us in Philadelphia.” Tiered sponsors include:

Tier One
Dell
Promethean
SMART

Tier Two
Adobe Youth Voices
CDW•G
Dymo/Mimio
Mobile Beacon

Tier Three
CTB McGraw-Hill
GlobalScholar
Lego Education
SAFARI Montage
Texas Instruments/DLP
Thinkfinity/Verizon Foundation

Learn more about ISTE 2011 tiered and media sponsors.

About ISTE
ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through innovative and effective uses of technology. With its affiliate network, ISTE represents more than 100,000 education leaders and emerging leaders throughout the world. www.iste.org.

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ISTE Honors Adam Bellow with Outstanding Young Educator Award

tthomas — Mon, 23 May 2011 11:43:17 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Marlene Nesary
  ISTE
  Phone: (541) 302-3789
  E-Mail: mnesary@iste.org

Pat Walsh
  Vox
  Phone: (541) 302-6620
  E-Mail: pwalsh@voxprpa.com

Monday, May 23, 2011
ISTE Honors Adam Bellow with Outstanding Young Educator Award

Washington, D.C. — The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) has named Adam Bellow, Director of Education Technology at College Board Schools in New York City, New York, USA, as the Outstanding Young Educator of the year. The Outstanding Young Educator Award recognizes and honors outstanding young educators under the age of 35 who have demonstrated vision, innovation, action and transformation using technology to improve teaching and learning.

In 2007, Bellow created eduTecher, a web-based resource aimed at providing educators free web tools that could be used in the classroom to enhance education. In 2010, Bellow launched an eduTecher mobile app, available for both iPhone and Android, which provides guides on how to use and implement web tools in the class room. Bellow works with educators around the world to successfully infuse technology into their daily practices and lesson plans.

ISTE recognizes Bellow for his outstanding initiative to connect educators with technology solutions to enhance the learning experience for students all over the world. His continued commitment to enhance the education experience for both educators and students has had a positive influence on learning in and outside the classroom.

Bellow will be honored at ISTE’s annual conference and exposition, ISTE 2011, in Philadelphia, Pa., June 26-29, 2009. Bellow will receive $1,000 for travel and expenses, as well as free conference registration, commemorative plaque, and complimentary ISTE membership.

In addition to naming Bellow Outstanding Young Educator, ISTE also named five Emerging Leaders who will be recognized at the conference. They are:
• Caroline Haebig: Social Studies Educator, Bradford High School, Kenosha, Wisconsin
• Josh Stumpenhorst: 6th Grade Social Science and Language Arts Teacher, Lincoln Jr. High School, Naperville, Illinois
• Crystal Beach: English Teacher, Lakeview Academy, Gainesville, Georgia
• Merry Willis: Teacher, Carmel Elementary School, Woodstock, Georgia
• Ashley Talley: Special Education Teacher, Eaton Elementary School, Lenoir City, Tennessee

About ISTE

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely-adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

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ISTE Announces Winners of 2011 SIGOL Online Learning Award

tthomas — Fri, 13 May 2011 09:25:40 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Marlene Nesary
  ISTE
  Phone: (541) 302-3789
  E-Mail: mnesary@iste.org

  Pat Walsh
  Vox
  Phone: (541) 434-7021
  E-Mail: pwalsh@voxprpa.com

Friday, May 13, 2011

ISTE Announces winners of 2011 SIGOL Online Learning Award

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) has named the winners of the SIGOL Online Learning Award. This award recognizes creative teachers for their pioneering use of telecommunication networks to provide innovative learning opportunities for K-16 students.

Award winners were selected from a field of exceptional submissions. Judges sought three educators who created online learning curriculum that extended beyond the classroom to engage students. Among the award winners several initiatives were recognized for excellence, in areas such as digital citizenship, independent study, and global collaboration. Award winners will be honored at ISTE 2011 in Philadelphia this coming June 26-29.

• First Place: Hatboro-Horsham School District, Horsham, Pennsylvania, Valerie Frey, Diane Heitzenrater, Stacy Rotchford, and Andrew Osborne for "Internet Safety 101"
• Second Place: Manitou Springs School District , Manitou Springs, Colorado. Lisette Casey and Toni Olivieri-Barton for "We’ve got Sole"
• Third Place: Two Way Interactive Connections, Janine Lim, Berrien Springs, Maryland, Sue Porter, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and Elaine Shuck, Sturgis, South Dakota for "Read Around the Planet"

In addition to the top winners, the judges also gave Honorable Mentions to the following projects:

• Cordill-Mason Elementary, Blue Springs, Missouri, Gail Bush and Civacon-Kanppco Engineering, Riverside, Missouri, and Chris Boucher, Honeywell FM&T, Kansas City, MO for "Engineering e-Mentors"
• Saskatoon Catholic Cyber School, Reg Nakoneshny, Saskatoon, SK, Canada for "Animation 10"
• Denton Avenue School, Lisa Parisi and Lauryn Tiedemann New Hyde, New York and Brian Crosby, Agnes Risley School, Sparks, Nevada for "Energizing Energy"
• Short Pump Elementary School, Michael Price, Richmond, VA for "Online Social Science Network"
• Geelong High School, Geelong, Victoria, Australia, Gail Casey, Darren Hobbs, Kyla Jacques, Felicity Cowey, and Kelly Roberts, for "Changing Classroom Practices and Attitudes through Online Social Media"

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely-adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

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ISTE Awards Amanda Marrinan with 2011 Kay L. Bitter Vision Award

tthomas — Tue, 10 May 2011 14:11:20 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Marlene Nesary
  ISTE
  Phone: (541) 302-3789
  E-Mail: mnesary@iste.org

  Pat Walsh
  Vox
  Phone: (541) 434-7021
  E-Mail: pwalsh@voxprpa.com

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

ISTE awards Amanda Marrinan with 2011 Kay L. Bitter Vision Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) recognizes Amanda Marrinan as the winner of the Kay L. Bitter Vision Award for Excellence in Technology-based PK–2 Education. ISTE presents the award to early childhood educators, pre-kindergarten through second grade, who demonstrate vision and creativity in a project or program that effectively integrates technology in the classroom.

Amanda Marrinan is a Year Two Teacher at St John Vianney’s Primary School in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Marrinan has effectively used blogging in early education to engage her students and enable them to become effective communicators. Students have taken ownership in the 2M Gems class blog by writing, collaborating, reading, and commenting on the class blog, as well as on individual blogs. The class participation in blogging has created transferable learning opportunities for literacy, numeracy, knowledge of other cultures, and digital and global citizenship. Marrinan is passionate about embracing technology to enhance the learning of her students.
Marrinan will be honored at ISTE’s annual conference and exposition, ISTE 2011, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, June 26-29, 2011. Marrinan will receive $1,000 for travel and expenses, as well as free conference registration, a commemorative plaque, and complimentary ISTE membership.

The Kay L. Bitter Vision Award for Excellence in Technology-based PK–2 Education was created in memory of Kay L. Bitter. Bitter was an active member of the education community, who had a passion for teaching, inspiring, and engaging students in exciting learning activities. She was truly a cutting-edge professional who was extremely effective in bringing technology into her classroom on a daily basis.

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely-adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

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ISTE Announces Winners of 2011 SIG Media Specialist Technology Innovation Award

tthomas — Mon, 09 May 2011 15:43:19 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Marlene Nesary
  ISTE
  Phone: (541) 302-3789
  E-Mail: mnesary@iste.org

  Pat Walsh
  Vox
  Phone: (541) 434-7021
  E-Mail: pwalsh@voxprpa.com

Monday, May 09, 2011

ISTE Announces winners of 2011 SIG Media Specialist Technology Innovation Award
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE®) has named the winners of the Special Interest Group (SIG) Media Specialist Technology Innovation Award.

Sponsored by ISTE, the Media Specialist Technology Innovation Award recognizes collaborative technology innovation projects created by primary and secondary school media specialists and collaborating teachers. The award will be presented at ISTE’s annual conference and exposition, ISTE 2011, in Philadelphia, Pa., June 26-29, 2011.

Award winners were selected from a field of exceptional team submissions, including librarians and collaborating teachers. Judges sought teams creating technology programs that extended beyond the library to meet the classroom needs of students and teachers. Awardees will receive a one-year ISTE membership, $1,000 payable to the school media center, a $1,000 travel stipend per team to attend ISTE 2011, and a $300 professional library from ISTE. Additionally, Learning & Leading with Technology magazine will publish an article highlighting the winners.

• First place in the primary school award category: Mary Carole Strother, Library Media Specialist, and Bryce Kennaugh, second grade teacher, Finch Elementary School, McKinney, Texas, USA, for Adventures with Maybelle
• First place in the secondary school award category: Cynthia Cassidy, Media Specialist, and Michelle Cook, Language Arts Teacher, Mount Olive Middle School, in Budd Lake, New Jersey, USA, for Who Owns History?
• Honorable mention in the primary school award category: Karen Kliegman, library media specialist, and Noel Forte, Technology Integration Facilitator, Herricks UFSD, Searingtown School, Albertson, New York, USA, for Survivor MD
• Honorable mention in the secondary school award category: Jennifer Kelly, library media specialist, and Debbie Hague, social studies teacher, Virginia Beach City Public Schools, First Colonial High School, Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA, for Conflict Everywhere

About ISTE
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE ®) is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in advancing excellence in learning and teaching through the innovative and effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home to ISTE’s annual conference and exposition and the widely-adopted NETS, ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. http://www.iste.org.

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