Technology
Designed for those with an interest in using technology in education. All sessions will be held in room D 132.
Monday, 9 a.m.
Improving your public image with technology
Mason City and Lakota Local (Butler) explore technology tools that should be interwoven into everything a school district does, from connecting to students, parents and your community to defining data for management.
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Monday, 2 p.m.
Tackling today’s technology challenges
Huber Heights City and VARtek Services Inc. share alternative ways for schools to mange their technology support structure at a reasonable cost. Learn how to attain a stable and reliable computer environment that supports student achievement.
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Monday, 3:30 p.m.
No more textbooks!
Lorain City’s one-to-one laptop program provides each student with a laptop loaded with electronic textbooks. Using laptops develops the skills necessary for students to be productive and contributing members in a 21st century society.
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Tuesday, 9 a.m.
Digital storytelling
Digital storytelling describes how to use dynamic, interactive media programs to expand students’ critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Learn how the ESC of Central Ohio, Delaware Area Career Center, Springfield Local (Lucas), Clermont-Northeastern Local (Clermont), Mahoning County Career and Technical Center and two community colleges use free 3-D graphical programs to help students combine graphics, photos, music and sounds into interactive creations.
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Tuesday, 2 p.m.
How to make your Web site work for you
This Trumbull County ESC session provides practical advice for organizing your Web site and describes basic elements of effective Web sites. Learn to use your site to communicate with parents, community leaders, staff, substitutes and potential employees.
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Tuesday, 3:30 p.m.
Understanding information technology centers
Attend this TRECA session to better understand services offered by information technology centers (ITCs). Learn about exciting new services on the horizon and ways ITCs can help districts in these tough economic times.
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