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--TechnoBlast Summer 2010 Technology Academy Workshop --

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Registration Closed.
Last Date to Register: 7/24/2010 12:01 AM
Last Date to Cancel: 7/27/2010 12:01 AM
Agency: CESA 5
Agency Contact: Susan Fulks
Agency Assistant: Janet Gaber 608/742-8811 Ext. 277
Location: Westfield Area High School
N7046 County Road CH
Westfield, WI 53964
Facility: LMC and Computer Labs
Date/Time:
8/3/2010 08:15 AM - 03:30 PM
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BadgerLink, Britannica Online, & Thinkfinity!
 Free Online Resources for the Classroom

Britannica Online, English and Spanish language encyclopedias for K-12 students and teachers, has been added to Wisconsin's BadgerLink. These free resources include articles, images, videos, "how to" guides, maps, lesson plans and activities. Participants will use a hands-on approach to explore all of the different features available on Britannica Online. Other BadgerLink resources will be briefly introduced including TeachingBooks, LitFinder, and the new ECB VideoLink. During the afternoon, participants will explore the outstanding Thinkfinity resources - interactives, learning games, curriculum units, lesson plans, and so much more!

Workshop Objectives
         Participants will:

  • develop a list of online resources appropriate for their classroom and professional development.
  • develop advanced searching techniques to locate specific learning resources.
  • create classroom activities using BadgerLink and Thinkfinity resources.

ITLS Standards:     A.x.2, A.x.4, B.x.3

Presenters:      Jennifer Keating, Professional Development Specialist, Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
                         Susan Fulks, Instructional Technology Services, CESA 5

TechnoBlast to the Future is a Summer 2010 Technology Academy sponsored by the CESA 5 Ed Tech Formula Grant Consortium.
CESA 5 Ed Tech Consortium Districts: Almond-Bancroft, Auburndale, Cambria-Friesland, Lodi, Montello, Necedah, Nekoosa, New LIsbon, Pardeeville, Pittsville, Port Edwards, Princeton, Rio, Waupaca, Westfield, and Wild Rose.

Full day workshops for educators will provide hands-on experience with information and technology resources. Each workshop will provide classroom examples, skill development with structured practice activities, and time to develop a lesson or classroom activity for your classroom. Participants choose one full-day workshop for each day they attend. Participants may attend just a single day or two, three, or four days.  Lunch and breaks are included.

Location:  Westfield Area High School, N7046 County Road CH, Westfield

Fee:  $20 per day for educators from CESA 5 Ed Tech Formula Grant Consortium Districts.
Educators from other CESA 5 districts may register beginning May 1st on a space available basis. Registration fee will be $50 per day.

Optional Viterbo University credit @ $90 per credit is available for attendance at the Academy (2 days = 1 credit; 4 days = 2 credits) plus a completed lesson plan per credit plus daily reflections.

Questions on the workshops ? contact Sue Fulks fulkss@cesa5.k12.wi.us
Questions on registration or payment ?  contact Janet Gaber gaberj@cesa5.k12.wi.us 608/742-8814, ext. 277

Teacher Standards
WES4The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology to encourage children’s development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
WES6The teacher uses effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques as well as instructional media and technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
WES7The teacher organizes and plans systematic instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, pupils, the community, and curriculum goals.
Cancellation Policy: Registered participants will receive a full refund if they cancel before 10 working days before an event, minus any material costs that have already been incurred. Because of our commitment to the trainer and the food vendor, participants who cancel less than 10 working days or do not attend, will be billed the full fee. CESA 5 reserves the right to cancel any event. Registered participants will be notified via email if a cancellation occurs and will receive a full refund. Inclement weather policy: Every effort will be made to hold an event. CESA 5 will notify participants via email as soon as possible if an event has been canceled due to weather conditions.