Presentations and Handouts from October 15, 2011 

Skype - Teachers from around the world use Skype to connect their classrooms through video conferencing, screen sharing and chat. At this session you will see examples of Skype classroom projects and learn how to make connections with other teachers in the Skype community.

iMovie in the Classroom - Did you use the "old " iMovie and just love it? Does the new iMovie scare you? Come see how easy it is to make movies quickly and easily using iMovie '09. This is a double session so there will be plenty of time to create a movie!

GarageBand in the Classroom - Attend this Mac-based, GarageBand session to learn the how-tos of podcasting, Magic GarageBand, and song creation through layering. This double session will allow time for hands-on exploration of new learning and practice. It’s not just about the music!  Students can create audio files to support learning.

An Introduction to Assistive Technology - Tom Ridley from the Illinois Assistive Technology Program will provide an over view of what assistive technology can offer students www.iltech.org.

Universal Access and the Macbook - There are many features that allow accessibility to a computer by individuals who have disabilities.  Learn how the Macbook computer can provide greater access.  

Sing, Laugh and Learn! Spanish Sing-Along:- Foreign language and language arts teachers won’t want to miss this workshop. Using YouTube videos, PowerPoint and iPods Mary Kane’s students dance and sing their way to Spanish fluency. Mrs. Kane will share her formula for creating this exciting lesson. Hasta la vista!" Mary Kane, mkane@auburn.k12.il.us

iPads in the Classroom - Explore how the iPad can support learning in the classroom. It’s not just about the apps! Presentation as a PDF.

iPads for Creating - You’ve seen iPad apps, but what tools on the iPad allow you to create? Explore Pages, Keynote, iMovie, Puppet Pals, GarageBand and more!

 Pages in the Classroom - Did you use Appleworks or Word? Now you’re wondering how the Pages files can take you further with more digital options including Instant Alpha. Learn and explore! You’ll love it!

iPads in the Music Classroom -The iPad2 will make playing musical instruments accessible for all students because of the touch-based platform. Music as an intervention with special needs children is a valuable resource. Music, together with assistive technology, supports existing skills and helps compensate for physical and verbal deficits.

Digital Video and Cameras in the Classroom - We'll show some of the many ways to use a camera in the classroom. We’ll take time at the end to share your own ideas. Amy Pyle, apyle@sps186.org

Implementing Online Journaling - Discuss the academic and social benefits of online journaling while

exploring the use of journals on GoogleSites, LiveJournal, Blogger, ZohoNotebook and the blog feature on your school's website. Give your students a voice! Lauren Engelke-Smith, lenge@sps186.org

Go Green... Go Google - Google Docs is an easy-to-use online word processor, spreadsheet and presentation tool that enables you and your students to create, collaborate, share and store projects online in real time. You can create new documents from scratch or upload existing documents, spreadsheets and presentations. There's no software to download; all you need is a google account, and all your work is stored safely online and can be accessed from any computer.