Using the background of Close Reading, iPads can make our lessons more engaging for students. In this class, you will experience how a tech-rich literacy lesson feels. We’ll also discuss ideas for apps and the functions they can serve in your lessons, and look at some technology infused lessons for science and social studies. For the lesson simulation, we'll use a program for writing on a PDF, voice to text, QR reader, applications accessible through an internet browser, and email.
This session will give a few simple ideas on how to use discussion, online and in class, to help students think deeper and show evidence for their learning. We will discuss questions to ask, setting up discussion guidelines, and how to incorporate talk and argument in any subject.
Come learn about social media and how you can use it in your classroom. We will go over different social media sites and how best you can use them in your school/classroom to communicate with your parents and students.
Ross Rogers currently works for Canyons School District as an Educational Technology Specialist. He was President of Canyons Education Association for the past 4 years. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Utah Education Association. He is also the Utah state coordinator for... Read More →
Saturday November 7, 2015 9:50am - 10:50am MST
Room 102Desert Hills High School
Do you know much about graphic novels? Do your students enjoy reading them? This session will explore the different types of graphic novels, how to read them, and why students love them. You will come away with a better understanding and appreciation for the format of graphic novel.
Staff Developer, Washington County School District
John is from Marshalltown, Iowa and is the oldest of three children. He graduated with his Bachelor Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Northern Iowa. He has taught 7th grade language arts in Yuma, Arizona. He has also taught 5th grade in Plano, Texas and Provo... Read More →
Saturday November 7, 2015 1:10pm - 2:10pm MST
Room 102Desert Hills High School
Attendees will leave with 20 ways to enjoy teaching everyday... no matter what. Based upon the book "Unshakeable" by Angela Watson, teachers will leave this fun and uplifting session inspired with simple strategies to truly enjoy teaching each day.
