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Monday, October 21
 

7:30am CDT

Welcome to ITEC! A session for new attendees
Monday October 21, 2024 7:30am - 8:10am CDT
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Monday October 21, 2024 7:30am - 8:10am CDT
304

8:30am CDT

How Science Courses Use Technology to Prepare Students for the Future.
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
319
Add your voice to the discussion as to how K-12 Science courses aid in students understanding of how technology shapes their lives.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Like

Christopher Like

Science Program Consultant, Iowa Department of Education
I taught high school science for fifteen years in Bettendorf before becoming the district's STEM Coordinator for eight years. I have been at the Iowa Department of Education since August 2022. In terms of specialties, I would include science education and research, computer science... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
319

8:30am CDT

Less is More: Embracing Edtech Minimalism in the Classroom
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
318
This interactive workshop explores how the principles of minimalism can be applied to create calmer, more focused learning environments and instructional practices. Participants will learn strategies for decluttering physical & digital classroom spaces for efficiency, streamlining procedures and routines, focusing on essential skills and content, and cultivating calmness. The workshop incorporates small group discussions, hands-on activities, and mindfulness practices to further how teachers and administrators can focus on what is and isn't necessary for success.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Krause

Brian Krause

Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Brian Krause is an Instructional Technology Coach for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Brian coaches in the classroom in support of digital learning, digital citizenship, emerging technologies, instructional issues and trends, technology integration, and best practices... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
318

8:30am CDT

Student Voice: Best Practices for Building a Team of Social Media Content Creators
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
320
Would you like help in telling your school’s story? Do you sometimes wish you could clone yourself and be in two places at once? Dr. Jill will empower you to do this by creating and sustaining a social media team. From recruitment to retainment, learn how to select, train, and inspire the students and adults in your district to take ownership of telling their school’s story. Walk away with some great tips for motivating others to create content for someone other than themselves!
Speakers
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
320

8:30am CDT

Winterset AI Journey
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
301
Learn about the Winterset CSD AI Task Force journey in developing an AI policy, crafting a AI tools & resources vetting rubric, empowering educators to use AI tools & resources, share classroom teacher experiences, and building AI prompt writing skills. Lots of resources to share & guide your district.

Session Slides (Gamma AI tool)
Session Resource Hub (GDoc)
Speakers
CS

Chad Sussex

7-12 Assistant Principal, Winterset CSD
Currently serving as the 7-12 Assistant Principal at Winterset - and loving it! AI Task Force leader with representation from each building to successfully navigatig AI in education. We'll address district AI policies, a vision for AI in the district, and recommendations for AI tools... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
301

9:30am CDT

Welcome Session
Monday October 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
There will be three options for locations for the Welcome Sessions! Each room will have a different Featured Speaker but all three will have important information about the conference. Come join us!

302/303: Donnie Piercey
306/307: Jen Manly
316/317: Adam Phyall
Monday October 21, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
302/303, 306/307, 316/317

11:00am CDT

Artificial Intelligence: More than a Pretty Database
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
307
AI: More than a Pretty Database

This presentation shares artificial intelligence resources and ideas on how to use them in the classroom. AI tools can be used for text, voice, images, presentations from YouTube videos, and so much more! AI is being integrated into many platforms and is changing at an infinite pace. Educators must be aware of AI in education just to keep in the present.

AI: More than a Pretty Database
Speakers
avatar for April Kleinschmidt

April Kleinschmidt

Hello,     I am a person with many hats.  Before joining the Charles City Schools team as the K-12 teacher librarian, I was a 6th-grade social studies teacher, 8th-grade Spanish teacher, and secondary social studies curriculum coach.  I have an MAE as a K-12 reading specialist... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
307

11:00am CDT

Being a Middle School Math Student in a Building Thinking Classroom
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
315
Experience a day in the life of a Thinking Classroom student from entry to exit. Where do I sit? What do I use? What do I do? What do I write? What did I learn and how do I show it? For all grade levels and all content areas! 

BTC Presentation Link​​​
Speakers
avatar for Kirsten Stek

Kirsten Stek

Middle School Instructional Coach, Oskaloosa Middle School
avatar for Paige Pierson

Paige Pierson

Middle School Math Teacher, Oskaloosa Middle School
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
315

11:00am CDT

Digital Whiteboarding is a Skill!
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
305
Discover how digital whiteboarding tools like Miro and FigJam can streamline 21st century skills and project-based learning. Participate in mini activities and leave with a wealth of templates to kickstart your digital whiteboard journey. Perfect for enhancing collaboration and creativity in your classroom. Find session materials here.
Speakers
avatar for Laura Williams

Laura Williams

21st Century Learning Specialist/Clearinghouse for Work-based Learning Coordinator, AEA Learning Online
Laura is a certified Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Classroom Teacher Trainer, and loves project management. Over the past 10 years, she’s dedicated herself to transforming education through incorporating authentic learning experiences with area partnerships into PK-12 classrooms... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
305

11:00am CDT

Empowering Education: Harnessing AI Tools for Student Success
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
314
In this session, participants will begin with a concise overview of Artificial Intelligence's (AI) fundamental concepts. Next, a hands-on exploration of free AI tools will be provided. Through this interaction, educators will witness firsthand how these innovative technologies empower personalized learning experiences, fostering academic growth and student engagement.
Speakers
PJ

Paula Johnson

MCSD, MCSD
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
314

11:00am CDT

Making Happiness a Priority
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
319
Happiness is a skill we can cultivate. Discover brain science-backed practices and EdTech tools to promote genuine well-being in staff and students. This engaging session offers actionable strategies to implement immediately, focusing on sustainable happiness without the pitfalls of toxic positivity.

Slides available at bit.ly/ITEC-Happiness
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Glade

Jeff Glade

Digital Learning Consultant, Heartland AEA
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
319

11:00am CDT

Maximizing Your time and AI-bilities in the Classroom and Life
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
304
Teachers may feel crunched for time giving feedback, inputting grades, lesson planning, researching content, etc. This session will teach you how AI can support you while being your “assistant.” You will walk away with countless items to begin implementing tomorrow at school and at home.
Speakers
avatar for Hailee Bentley

Hailee Bentley

MS Instructional Guide, Nevada Middle School
Hailee is an educator and Instructional Guide for the Nevada Community School District. She has taught all grade levels 5-12 (literacy-focused) and currently serves as an IG implementing job-embedded professional learning for her colleagues. She assists teachers in using strong instructional strategies and improving their craft by implementing new and upcoming resources... Read More →
avatar for Carrie Hillman

Carrie Hillman

Technology Integrationist, Nevada Community Schools
Carrie is an educator who has always had a passion for using and integrating technology in meaningful and powerful ways. Carrie is the Technology Integration Specialist for the Nevada Community School District. She assists teachers and students with infusing technology into the curriculum while inspiring them to think and learn in new ways. Carrie also is an assistant teaching professor at Iowa State University, in which she works with pre-service teachers on designing effective courses... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
304

12:00pm CDT

Beyond the Blue Note (and other stories)
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
319
This session shares the story of Woodward-Granger's Innovation Team and how they are working to build capacity as a district to find integration opportunities for UDL, Computer science, and 21st Century skills within their core instruction. We will explore how this work aligns with instructional frameworks, and share how our team has identified core apps for effective integration.
Speakers
avatar for Jamie Petersen

Jamie Petersen

K-12 Tech Integrationist, Woodward-Granger
avatar for Cody Churchill

Cody Churchill

Director of Technology, Woodward-Granger Schools
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
319

12:00pm CDT

Class Intercom: The new way of student led social media!
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
315
What is your school story? Hear how Harlan Community School District is sharing their district's story using Class Intercom. With various groups of student-led social media gurus, learn how HCSD is running their social media accounts, creating content on Canva, and setting up school media days to enhance their user's experience. From Authentic Learning, Clubs, and Project-Based Marketing, there is a fit for this experience in every district.
Speakers
avatar for Kyleigh Kumm

Kyleigh Kumm

Computer Science/ Technology Integration, Harlan Community School District
Kyleigh Kumm is a STEM educator extraordinaire. Her current role includes serving the Harlan Community School District as a technology coach and high school STEM/Computer Science teacher. She is passionate about sparking curiosity and igniting a love for STEM subjects in young minds... Read More →
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Jacie Stuerman

A, Harlan Community High School
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
315

12:00pm CDT

Consuming & Creating Books in your Learning Space
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
307
This session is designed to give teachers/librarians more ideas on how students can consume & create books in their learning spaces.
Speakers
avatar for Tricia Louis

Tricia Louis

District Technology Integration Professional, Richland School District
Tricia Louis is an #edtech advocate. In her position as the Technology Integration Professional at the Richland School District, she brings individual & group training to the 200+ staff employed there. Tricia is proud to be a part of the Google For Education Certified Trainer, Apple... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
307

12:00pm CDT

Esports 101 - How to Start Esports at Your School
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
314
Wanted to start an esports team, but didn't know how? Come to this informational meeting hosted by the Iowa High School Esports Association where you will learn all about how to start a program at your school!
Speakers
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
314

12:00pm CDT

Iowa Canvas Admin
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
305
Are you a Canvas LMS Admin?  Looking to network and learn with others who support Canvas also?  Join us for this roundtable discussion about best practices with Canvas, supporting Canvas within your district, professional learning, and more!
Speakers
avatar for Jamie Israel

Jamie Israel

Digital Learning Consultant, Heartland AEA
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
305

12:00pm CDT

UDL - The Konami Code for Student Learning
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
304
Cheat codes in video games grant success; similarly, UDL and effective technology in classrooms can overcome learning barriers, turning challenges into easy wins. By using UDL and simple tech tools, we can help students achieve maximum success in learning.

Resources: https://donovanscience.com/presentations/student-accessibility-tools/
Speakers
avatar for Patrick Donovan

Patrick Donovan

Instructional Coach, Ames CSD
Instructional Coach at Ames High School in Ames, IA and Esports coach at Ames High School. Past Board President of the ITEC Board. Former Technology Integrationist, HS Science Teacher, Director of Technology.
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
304

1:00pm CDT

AI Yi Yi: How Do I Even Get Started with ChatGPT?
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
319
Discover practical ways to integrate ChatGPT into lesson planning and writing, library management, and personal productivity. Learn from a high school librarian's year-long experience and get actionable tips for using AI to enhance your educational and organizational workflow. Perfect for beginners!
Speakers
avatar for Sandi Ellis

Sandi Ellis

Teacher Librarian, Dallas Center - Grimes Middle School
I am a former 8th grade language arts teacher turned middle school teacher librarian. I love road trips and greyhounds, but I can become wiggly excited about most other things.
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
319

1:00pm CDT

Authentic Learning Powered by Agility: The Improvement Game Edition
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
305
It’s time to level up! New year, new resources! This session is designed to inspire and validate the super hero educator that you are and equip you with tools to change trajectories! Discover the power of Agile classrooms and the game changing returns of authentic learning experiences. This session also includes a chance to win a free book! #PK12 #AgileEdu #PBL  Slides found here
Speakers
avatar for Laura Williams

Laura Williams

21st Century Learning Specialist/Clearinghouse for Work-based Learning Coordinator, AEA Learning Online
Laura is a certified Scrum Master, Product Owner, Agile Classroom Teacher Trainer, and loves project management. Over the past 10 years, she’s dedicated herself to transforming education through incorporating authentic learning experiences with area partnerships into PK-12 classrooms... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
305

1:00pm CDT

Digital Play, Serious Talk
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
318
Join us for a playful journey into the world of interactive learning, creation, and inquiry! Discover practical approaches for selecting age-appropriate games to align with curriculum objectives and gain insights into monitoring and managing screen time effectively. Unleash the power of digital games in your elementary classroom!
Speakers
avatar for Brian Krause

Brian Krause

Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center of Illinois
Brian Krause is an Instructional Technology Coach for the Learning Technology Center of Illinois (LTC). Brian coaches in the classroom in support of digital learning, digital citizenship, emerging technologies, instructional issues and trends, technology integration, and best practices... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
318

1:00pm CDT

Engineering Machine Design Contest - A low-cost, high-engagement STEM program to bring real-world problem solving to your classroom.
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
314
EMDC Presentation and Resources
A low-cost STEM program that tasks groups of 3-12 students to build a complex machine using everyday objects. Students utilize their science and engineering, public speaking, critical thinking, teamwork, time management, artistic skills, and so much more to present for judges from industry, all while having fun and building memories.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Price

Amy Price

High School Science and Engineering Teacher
My name is Amy Price and this is my 10th year of teaching. My first two years were spent at Northwood-Kensett and ever since then I have been at Sumner-Fredericksburg High School, Sumner, IA. I currently teach Physical Science, Physics, Principles of Engineering, and Digital Electronics... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
314

1:00pm CDT

Esports Noobs to Nerds: How We Built Our Program, Corralled Our Team (of Chaos Gremlins), and Qualified for State Without Ever Playing a Game
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
315
Join us for an exciting and humorous journey into high school esports. Discover how two coaches who never played a game turned a team of "chaos gremlins" into state qualifiers. Learn our strategies, challenges, and hilarious moments, proving that you can succeed in esports even without gaming experience.
Speakers
avatar for Ashton Linnell

Ashton Linnell

Teacher & Esports Coach, Iowa Valley Jr./Sr. High School
Teacher of business, computers, technology, and TAG for Iowa Valley Community School District. Floundering co-founder of the surprisingly somewhat successful Iowa Valley Esports program.Specializing in getting the message of Iowa Valley out to the community (near and far) since 2016... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
315

1:00pm CDT

Turing Tumble
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
301
Struggling to find an unplugged activity that teaches problem-solving and meets standards? Join this session to explore Turing Tumble! One of the 2024/25 STEM Scale-Up programs for Iowa, Turing Tumble challenges students to learn coding principles hands-on, screen-free, by building marble-powered computers.
Speakers
avatar for Heath	Mueller

Heath Mueller

3rd, 4th, and 7th Grade Computer Science/8th Grade Financial Literacy and Career Development, Marion Independent School District
avatar for Anna	Riechers

Anna Riechers

Director of Education & Outreach, Upper Story
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
301

1:00pm CDT

🤫Shhh........Google Secrets
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
304
This exciting and fast-paced session, primarily focused on Google Tools, will be filled with A-ha moments. Explore and learn how to maximize your device with tips and tricks to make you more organized, efficient, and engaging.

Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Andrew Fenstermaker

Andrew Fenstermaker

Instructional Tech Coordinator, Iowa City Schools
Andrew Fenstermaker currently serves as the Instructional Technology Coordinator for the Iowa City School District. Even though he is short on hair, he is full of creative ways to inspire and build the capacity of others with innovative practices that leverage the 4Cs and empower... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
304

2:40pm CDT

Accessible Aesthetics
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
304
Graphic design gone wrong is more than just a beauty blunder! It can distract and disengage learners! In this session, we'll explore the intersection of graphic design and accessibility, exploring how educators can use design to create inclusive and engaging learning experiences for all learners. We'll cover the principles of accessible aesthetics and share practical tips for designing with a purpose.

🔗 Session Resource
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Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
304

2:40pm CDT

AI Bootup
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
319
Struggling to wrap your head around bringing AI to your building? I'll share tips, tricks and tools to help navigate this new landscape.
Speakers
avatar for Cory Houghton

Cory Houghton

Technology Director / CS Teacher, Earlham Community Schools
ITECv3 pdf
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
319

2:40pm CDT

AI: Teacher Tool for Efficiency and Productivity
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
315
Discover how AI can enhance classroom efficiency and productivity for teachers. Learn practical applications to streamline lesson planning, grading, and student engagement. Explore AI tools for personalized learning and administrative tasks, empowering educators to optimize teaching practices effectively. Join us to harness AI's potential for seamless educational enhancement.

Slide Deck
Speakers
avatar for Emily Lewis

Emily Lewis

Owner & Consultant, Reboot Learning
Emily is elementary educator and educational consultant with 15 years of experiences across multiple grade levels. Her passion for equitable access opportunities, learning experiences, and computer science drives my work to serve building and district equity teams and leadership teams... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
315

2:40pm CDT

Stories and STEM Challenges in the Elementary Library
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
318
Explore creative ways to enhance elementary library programming by weaving storytelling with hands-on STEM challenges. Revitalize library centers with mini STEM challenges inspired by stories, sparking curiosity and fostering a love for learning in young minds.
Speakers
avatar for Lacey Sedrel

Lacey Sedrel

Teacher Librarian, Dallas Center-Grimes
I'm a K-4 Teacher Librarian, and I love every minute of it! I'm ready to chat about all the library things!
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
318

2:40pm CDT

Teacher Librarian Meet Up: Your voice, your choice.
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
314
Everybody needs time with the people who understand their job, and all that comes along with it. This is an opportunity to network with librarians across the state. This session will first gather topics of discussion, then participants will self-select what they would like to spend time marinating, mulling, discussing, and celebrating.
Speakers
JB

Jackie Biger

University of Iowa
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
314

2:40pm CDT

Teaching in the Age of AI
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
305
Artificial intelligence is transforming education—how can we adapt? This interactive session will explore strategies for teaching in the age of AI. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of AI, tips for classroom integration, ethical and practical concerns, and creative uses, all while emphasizing the importance of human interaction in learning.
Speakers
avatar for Alex Glade

Alex Glade

Digital Learning Consultant, Heartland AEA
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
305

2:40pm CDT

The Magic of Books & Resources Together with TeachingBooks
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
313
Need ideas to promote your books, digital ebook and audiobook collections? Experience how TeachingBooks’ resources bring books to life while connecting students to their favorite titles, authors and genres. We’ll demonstrate a handful of book hooks, including Shelf Talker book trailers, featuring QR codes, read-along audiobook excerpts, and book-related games, videos and activities. Access to TeachingBooks provided to accredited public and non-public PreK-12 schools via AEA.
Speakers
avatar for Mary Ellen Graf

Mary Ellen Graf

Implementation & Training Specialist, TeachingBooks, OverDrive
Mary Ellen Graf is an Implementation and Training Specialist for TeachingBooks and a licensed educator with a master's in teaching. She taught in a variety of settings before beginning her role with TeachingBooks in 2016.  She has presented at the conferences such as Wisconsin Library... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
313

2:40pm CDT

What's Your Line with AI?
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
307
This interactive session invites educators to explore their beliefs about artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom and beyond. Participants will engage in discussions to articulate their perspectives on AI's role in education and hear other's viewpoints that may differ. Participants will also work to ensure that the integration of AI is effective, ethical, and aligned with their educational goals and beliefs.
Session Resources
Speakers
avatar for Carrie Hillman

Carrie Hillman

Technology Integrationist, Nevada Community Schools
Carrie is an educator who has always had a passion for using and integrating technology in meaningful and powerful ways. Carrie is the Technology Integration Specialist for the Nevada Community School District. She assists teachers and students with infusing technology into the curriculum while inspiring them to think and learn in new ways. Carrie also is an assistant teaching professor at Iowa State University, in which she works with pre-service teachers on designing effective courses... Read More →
avatar for Hailee Bentley

Hailee Bentley

MS Instructional Guide, Nevada Middle School
Hailee is an educator and Instructional Guide for the Nevada Community School District. She has taught all grade levels 5-12 (literacy-focused) and currently serves as an IG implementing job-embedded professional learning for her colleagues. She assists teachers in using strong instructional strategies and improving their craft by implementing new and upcoming resources... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
307
 
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