October 2021 LITT

Learn about hands-on tools for STEAM, creating, and making in your classroom. Through this self-paced course, you will explore tools, resources, and lessons to get you started and/or add to an already existing curriculum. This series includes 3 hours of asynchronous instruction in Teachable with an additional 2 hours of potential group or individual coaching, face-to-face and/or online coaching, evaluation, and support for participants.

Choose the elementary or secondary course.

Contact Ann to learn how to use Breakout EDU today!

Submit is a fast, secure, and easy way for students to record and submit video assignments.

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"Instead, we have to collectively flip the script on these negative-based challenges."

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MACUL’s Technology Leadership Learning Area is pleased to announce a virtual book study around Liz Kolb’s book Learning First, Technology Second. Participants will obtain a copy of the book and read chapters in preparation for synchronous virtual discussions. We will begin on October 7, 2021 – Find out more and sign up today!

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) is partnering with the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning (MACUL), Michigan Virtual, Microsoft TEALSK12 program, the MiSTEM Network and the REMC Association of Michigan, on a unique learning opportunity to connect statewide work in the areas of Computer Science, including the implementation of the new K-12 CS Standards and many other technology-driven initiatives.

The event will be held November 2nd from 12:30 – 5:30 PM and will feature Michelle Moore as the keynote along with multiple session opportunities over the course of the day. Registration will be $39.

If you’re looking to activate intrinsic motivation, ignite curiosity, and make a long-lasting impact on learning through increased student engagement, the Engaged Learning Conference is the event for you.

“Student Engagement” has been a buzzphrase in education for years, and research-based evidence shows the relationship between engaged learning and positive educational and behavioral outcomes. Sounds great, right? But, how do we define the elements of this multifaceted construct and make them actionable to reap positive results for our students?

With sessions built to promote student engagement by giving you strategies, ideas, and resources for next-day implementation, you won’t want to miss our $49, half-day, virtual Engaged Learning Conference with special guest – Pernille Ripp – serving as the keynote on October 16, 2021 from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. You will have access to the conference recordings for 30 days with your paid registration.

Conference Schedule & Session Information

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The MACUL call for Speakers is now open! Now is the time to share all the great things you've accomplished with technology in your classroom. Submit a proposal today at https://maculconference.org/call-for-speakers-2022/

Helping Struggling Readers

Tech Up Your K5 Content With MITECS

Digital Tools for Classroom Collaboration

Inquiry and Questioning: Igniting Student Curiosity with Technology

GSuite Tools to Build Engaging Remote & Blended Learning Environments

Social Media 1: Professional Development through Social Media

Remixing and Revising Open Educational Resources from #GoOpen Michigan

Practical Differentiated Instruction

Open Education Resources (OER) for Administrators

Applying Google Apps for Education in Chrome

Gamification for Student Engagement & Learning

Deeper Practices in Literacy Instruction and Technology

Formative Assessment Tools that Support Teaching and Learning

OER to Support Early Literacy

Empowering Students Through Personalized Learning

Transforming Education - Maker Movement

Searching Safely and Strategically

Creating Instructional Videos for the Classroom

Storytelling to Enhance Teaching1

Learning to use Open Educational Resources on #GoOpen Michigan

Social Media 3: Innovation through Authenticity

Coding in the Classroom

Thanks for taking time to visit the LITT Network newsletter! My name is Ann Smart, I am the EdTech Consultant for the Lenawee ISD and REMC 19W Director. I also serve as a MACUl Board Member. Prior to my current position, I worked as an EdTech Consultant for Jackson County ISD, Instructional Coach for Adrian Public Schools. I have also taught Reading and PE in Silverthorn, CO, Deming, WA, and Adrian, MI

I am passionate about educational innovation, maker-centered learning, STEAM educations, student-centered learning, and of course technology integration. I believe that every child should have the chance to inquire, create, innovate, and play every day.

How can I support you or your district:

• Consulting and Resources- Provide an opportunity for a brainstorming session to bounce ideas off of one another. Hunt for resources and activities to match the needs of your school or classroom.
  
  

• Team Teaching Experience-After planning cooperatively, teach a lesson together involving an innovative idea, technology, STEAM, or makerspace.
  
  

• Co-planning-Collaboratively plan a lesson or series of lessons that use technology, innovative idea, STEAM or makerspaces, and meets best practice.
  
  

• Demonstration Lesson-Demonstrate a makerspace or STEAM activity, or a piece of technology in your classroom while you observe.
  
  

• Classroom Engagement and Customization Support-Help design and implement engagement activities and design technology choice assignments or tiered activities.
  
  

• New Teacher Support- Assist new teachers in topics such as classroom management, classroom engagement, innovative teaching ideas, understanding and handling student behaviors, how to manage stress, mentor/mentee relationships, curriculum expectations, and network support.

Email: ann.smart@lisd.us
Website: https://sites.google.com/lenaweeschools.us/litt/home
Phone: (517)920-1714
Facebook: facebook.com/LISDPDCenter
Twitter: @AnnSmart17