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Monday, October 21
 

8:30am CDT

Coding Connections: Enhancing Math Understanding in K-5 Classrooms
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
308
Join us to explore the power of integrating computer science with elementary math concepts! Discover how integrating unplugged activities and Scratch can deepen student understanding of math content while increasing engagement. Gain valuable insights, resources, and inspiration to empower your students to become confident mathematicians and coders.
Speakers
avatar for Sara Whitt
MC
avatar for Corey Rogers

Corey Rogers

Computer Science Consultant, Reboot Learning Solutions
Corey Rogers is a Computer Science Consultant and co-owner of Reboot Learning Solutions. Corey has experience as a middle school STEM & Computer Science Teacher, Media Specialist, and Area Education Agency School Improvement, Digital Learning, and Computer Science Consultant. She... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
308
  CSTA

8:30am CDT

Read it, Code it, Love it: Integrating Computer Science and Literacy
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
309
Discover ways to integrate computer science and literacy into your early elementary classroom. This hands-on session will share five sets of paired activities (with and without literacy integration) that have been developed and tested with K-2nd grade students. The activities focus on sequencing as a foundation for algorithm development and include both unplugged and plugged approaches.
Speakers
avatar for Zarina Wafula

Zarina Wafula

Educator/Reseacher, Iowa State University
Read it, Code it, Love it Integrating Computer Science and Literacy pptx
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
309
  CSTA

8:30am CDT

What the tech? Navigating K-12 computer science implementation in your district
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
310
Expanding computer science offerings throughout your district is a big undertaking.This session is geared for administrators and coaches interested in learning more about supporting your staff in implementing CS in all grade levels and content levels. We’ll share examples from Iowa districts and ideas on how to find success.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Dahlby

Samantha Dahlby

Director of K–12 Education, NewBoCo
Samantha Dahlby is a recovering software engineer with passions for public transportation, kids, and technology. She currently works at the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), a nonprofit in Cedar Rapids, as the Director of K–12 Education. Samantha promotes and supports K–12 computer science education in Iowa, oversees NewBoCo’s K–12 programs for students and educators, and tries to find as much time as possible to play with technology and kids... Read More →
avatar for Barb Schwamman

Barb Schwamman

Superintendent, Osage Schools
Barb Schwamman is in her 8th year as Superintendent of the Osage Schools and is in her 6th year as a shared superintendent at the Riceville Schools in northeast Iowa. Before taking over in Osage, Barb served as PK-8 Principal at South Winneshiek from 2007-2015. Previously she taught/coached... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
310
  CSTA

8:30am CDT

Unleashing Creativity with Block-Based Coding
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
312
Come check out dynamic block-based coding tools such as Finch, Meowbits, Drones, etc. Students witness their code leap from the computer into a physical form , from robots to interactive games. It's education brought to life in an electrifying way!

Link to presentation
Speakers
avatar for Hilary Iehl

Hilary Iehl

Classroom Teacher, Cedar Falls Community School District
avatar for Bridget Adam

Bridget Adam

Classroom Teacher, Cedar Falls Community School District
7th and 8th Computer Science Teacher Cedar Falls CSD
Monday October 21, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
312
  Featured District

11:00am CDT

Incorporating Computer Science into Literacy and Math
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
308
How can you use computer science and computational thinking to support math and literacy? In this hands-on session, you'll learn strategies to support your current teaching. We'll bring resources we've used with students to demonstrate how you can engage students in new ways while teaching them math and literacy.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Dahlby

Samantha Dahlby

Director of K–12 Education, NewBoCo
Samantha Dahlby is a recovering software engineer with passions for public transportation, kids, and technology. She currently works at the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), a nonprofit in Cedar Rapids, as the Director of K–12 Education. Samantha promotes and supports K–12 computer science education in Iowa, oversees NewBoCo’s K–12 programs for students and educators, and tries to find as much time as possible to play with technology and kids... Read More →
avatar for Alison Mohr
LR
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
308
  CSTA

11:00am CDT

Powerful Pedagogy for K-12 CS Classrooms
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
310
Explore dynamic, research-based computer science pedagogies designed for K-12 classrooms. This hands-on session offers modeling, practical application, and resources to help you engage students in meaningful sense making and collaborative CS learning. Whether you're integrating CS into elementary content or teaching HS cybersecurity, we've got powerful pedagogy for you!
Slides 🔗 bit.ly/ITEC24Pedagogy
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 →
avatar for Corey Rogers

Corey Rogers

Computer Science Consultant, Reboot Learning Solutions
Corey Rogers is a Computer Science Consultant and co-owner of Reboot Learning Solutions. Corey has experience as a middle school STEM & Computer Science Teacher, Media Specialist, and Area Education Agency School Improvement, Digital Learning, and Computer Science Consultant. She... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
310
  CSTA

11:00am CDT

STEM For Students, By Students
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
309
Join high schoolers from Team Neutrino, a FIRST Robotics Competition team! Experience our innovative STEM activities and curriculum, captivating and empowering diverse audiences. Hear our perspective as students teaching students and our mission to inspire STEM! Watch our robot in action and compete for a (gently used) Snap Circuits kit!
Speakers
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Anika Shrotriya

Ames Middle School
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
309
  CSTA

11:00am CDT

How to Code for Your Class (Using AI - It's Actually Easy!)
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
302/303
Join the 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Donnie Piercey to discover how AI and coding can enhance your classroom. Perfect for beginners—no coding experience needed! Learn simple, innovative ways to engage your students and enrich your teaching with AI tools.
Speakers
avatar for Donnie Piercey

Donnie Piercey

Teacher & Keynote, Fayette County Public Schools
Donnie Piercey is the 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, and he specializes in using technology to promote student inquiry and engagement. Over the past sixteen years of teaching, these interests have given him the chance to represent his class all around the world, including a National... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
302/303
  Featured Speaker

12:00pm CDT

Computer Science Connections
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
309
Computer science is everywhere! In this session, we’ll share ways to integrate CS into other subject areas including math, language arts, and social studies. We’ll dive into free, new resources from Code.org to help reinforce learning across content levels with engaging projects and lessons.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Dahlby

Samantha Dahlby

Director of K–12 Education, NewBoCo
Samantha Dahlby is a recovering software engineer with passions for public transportation, kids, and technology. She currently works at the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), a nonprofit in Cedar Rapids, as the Director of K–12 Education. Samantha promotes and supports K–12 computer science education in Iowa, oversees NewBoCo’s K–12 programs for students and educators, and tries to find as much time as possible to play with technology and kids... Read More →
avatar for Alison Mohr
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
309
  CSTA

12:00pm CDT

Special Olympics and Peer STEM
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
308
We will talk about how we have grown our Special Olympics and Peer STEM class to encompass robotics, movement, engineering challenges, and computer science all while teaching about empathy, friendship and inclusion.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Jackson
TS
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
308
  CSTA

12:00pm CDT

Using the Go1 Robot to enhance your CS curriculum
Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
310
We will discuss how we use a Go1 Robot to enhance our curriculum. We will include how we use the Go1 Robot to excite MS students about the features and general use. We will then discuss how we can program the robot at the HS level. We will then discuss how it can be used for safety in our buildings.
Speakers
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Kelley Molitor

Tech Integration, K-12 Teacher Librarian, CS & LEAD Teacher, Osage Community School District
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Monday October 21, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
310
  CSTA

1:00pm CDT

Convincing your Administrator to Go All In with CS
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
309
Administrators are crucial to implementing an effective Computer Science program, but they sometimes need some help seeing the value of it. Learn about how you can use a tool from the CSTA Equity Fellowship work to have conversations to help administrators come to their own conclusions about why implementing Computer Science is important.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Meier

Michelle Meier

Computer Science and Information Solutions Consultant, Iowa Department of Education
Michelle is the Computer Science and CTE Information Solutions Program Consultant at the Department of Education, working with K-12 and community colleges.  Previously she worked in the AEA system for over ten years, helping districts implement and integrate computer science and... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
309
  CSTA

1:00pm CDT

How do computers work? Explore computing basics with young learners
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
308
Early learners can start understanding how computers work using tactile materials. We’ll explore how to teach pixels, binary, and sequencing using resources from Learning Beautiful and other tools you can create in your classroom. Students can strengthen their mathematical understanding by exploring how data and information is used in computers.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Dahlby

Samantha Dahlby

Director of K–12 Education, NewBoCo
Samantha Dahlby is a recovering software engineer with passions for public transportation, kids, and technology. She currently works at the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), a nonprofit in Cedar Rapids, as the Director of K–12 Education. Samantha promotes and supports K–12 computer science education in Iowa, oversees NewBoCo’s K–12 programs for students and educators, and tries to find as much time as possible to play with technology and kids... Read More →
avatar for Alison Mohr
KS
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
308
  CSTA

1:00pm CDT

Teaching coding with "Sensemaking" routines
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
310
Some of teachers' favorite instructional routines - usually found in math and other core content areas - also work beautifully for teaching coding! These routines generate student talk, grow classroom culture, and create space for seeing and thinking differently as students learn new programming concepts. Get a first-had taste of sensemaking routines you can incorporate into your instruction immediately.
Slides 🔗 bit.ly/ITEC2024Sense
Speakers
avatar for Corey Rogers

Corey Rogers

Computer Science Consultant, Reboot Learning Solutions
Corey Rogers is a Computer Science Consultant and co-owner of Reboot Learning Solutions. Corey has experience as a middle school STEM & Computer Science Teacher, Media Specialist, and Area Education Agency School Improvement, Digital Learning, and Computer Science Consultant. She... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
310
  CSTA

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
Turing Tumble (ITEC) pptx
Monday October 21, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
301
  General

2:40pm CDT

Brick by Brick: Cultivating Collaboration and Camaraderie with LEGO Spike Essential Kits
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
308
Unlock the potential of LEGO Education Spike Essential kits to revolutionize STEM and computer science education for all ages! Join us for a hands-on session exploring an innovative way to integrate LEGO builds into your Social-Emotional curriculum. Learn how to inspire collaboration, creativity, and encourage problem-solving. Leave with Legos in hand and dreams for your classroom.

Session Slide Deck: Canva Link
Speakers
avatar for Jen Van Wyk

Jen Van Wyk

2nd Grade Teacher/Elementary CS Lead Teacher, MOC-Floyd Valley Schools
avatar for Rachel Honken

Rachel Honken

4th Grade Teacher, Elementary Tech Innovation Leader, MOC-Floyd Valley CSD
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
308
  CSTA

2:40pm CDT

Computational Thinking in Uganda
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
309
What does computer science and computational thinking look like in different settings? Oftentimes we worry about different educational settings, different student needs, cultural relevancy, and more. This summer I had the chance to test this out on a larger scale through a pilot partnership to bring computational thinking to educators and students in Uganda. Join me to hear what we learned, and how this can inform what we do in the US.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Dahlby

Samantha Dahlby

Director of K–12 Education, NewBoCo
Samantha Dahlby is a recovering software engineer with passions for public transportation, kids, and technology. She currently works at the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), a nonprofit in Cedar Rapids, as the Director of K–12 Education. Samantha promotes and supports K–12 computer science education in Iowa, oversees NewBoCo’s K–12 programs for students and educators, and tries to find as much time as possible to play with technology and kids... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
309
  CSTA

2:40pm CDT

Power up your K-12 CS program with partnerships & grants
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
310
Not sure how to grow your district's CS program to include all students at all grade levels? Come learn how one district set their sites on being a model CS school and has made incremental changes through intentional use of PD, partnerships, and grants. We'll share our successes and challenges on the journey. Leave with inspiration and resources to take back to your district.
Slides 🔗 bit.ly/MarionITEC24

Speakers
avatar for Peggy Murphy

Peggy Murphy

Tech Director, Marion Intermediate School District
avatar for Corey Rogers

Corey Rogers

Computer Science Consultant, Reboot Learning Solutions
Corey Rogers is a Computer Science Consultant and co-owner of Reboot Learning Solutions. Corey has experience as a middle school STEM & Computer Science Teacher, Media Specialist, and Area Education Agency School Improvement, Digital Learning, and Computer Science Consultant. She... Read More →
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
310
  CSTA

2:40pm CDT

Empowering Elementary Education: Tech Integration to Support Core Learning
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
312
We will be covering the process of incorporating technology to support core learning. This session will include but is not limited to Goosechase, BeeBots, Sphero Indi Cars, and more. Come learn about how seamless this process can be!
Speakers
avatar for Kim Cawelti
AL
Monday October 21, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm CDT
312
  Featured District
 
Tuesday, October 22
 

8:30am CDT

Equity in CS Education: Shaping a Future for All
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
309
This session will share ideas and strategies for teachers to use to increase the equity and inclusiveness of CS education to better prepare students to be successful computer scientists in our global CS environment.
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Meier

Michelle Meier

Computer Science and Information Solutions Consultant, Iowa Department of Education
Michelle is the Computer Science and CTE Information Solutions Program Consultant at the Department of Education, working with K-12 and community colleges.  Previously she worked in the AEA system for over ten years, helping districts implement and integrate computer science and... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
309
  CSTA

8:30am CDT

Integrating AI into your upper level Computer Science classes
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
310
AI has drastically changed the role of Software Engineers. This session will showcase different tools for computer programmers and explain how to use them effectively.
Speakers
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Doyle Massey

Teacher, West High School Davenport Iowa
ITEC Presentations 2024 docx
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
310
  CSTA

8:30am CDT

Storytelling and computer science: Leveraging coding and robotics to build literacy skills in K-5
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
308
This engaging and interactive session will explore the powerful intersection of storytelling and computer science to enhance literacy skills among K-5 students. As educators and administrators, you will discover innovative ways to integrate coding and robotics into your literacy curriculum, providing students with unique opportunities to develop their technical and language skills.
Speakers
avatar for Jamie Guidry

Jamie Guidry

Educator Success Manager, Robo Wunderkind Inc.
Jamie Guidry has 8 years of experience in the classroom. She is passionate about innovative and engaging teaching methods. Her expertise in project-based learning and focus on incorporating the latest teaching methods have made her a valuable asset in the education world. Jamie brings... Read More →
avatar for Shannon McClintock Miller

Shannon McClintock Miller

Teacher Librarian, Van Meter
Shannon McClintock Miller is an international speaker, consultant and author who has a passion for education, librarianship, advocacy, technology, social media and making a difference in the world and lives of others, especially children.Shannon serves as the preschool-12th grade... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
308
  CSTA

11:00am CDT

CS Apprenticeship Student Panel
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
309
Students that have participated in the John Deere Software Engineer Apprentice will talk about their experiences in the program and answer questions.
Speakers
DM

Doyle Massey

Teacher, West High School Davenport Iowa
ITEC Presentations 2024 docx
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
309
  CSTA

11:00am CDT

IT Community Engagement in our classrooms
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
310
Cybersecurity Student & Community engagement; IT Help Desk, competitions, and more
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Dahlby

Samantha Dahlby

Director of K–12 Education, NewBoCo
Samantha Dahlby is a recovering software engineer with passions for public transportation, kids, and technology. She currently works at the New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative (NewBoCo), a nonprofit in Cedar Rapids, as the Director of K–12 Education. Samantha promotes and supports K–12 computer science education in Iowa, oversees NewBoCo’s K–12 programs for students and educators, and tries to find as much time as possible to play with technology and kids... Read More →
DR

Dominic Rondeau

Member, Waterloo Career Center/WCSD
avatar for Kyle Kuhlers

Kyle Kuhlers

Instructor, Waterloo Career Center/WCSD
I love technology and finding ways to connect my students technology interests to our community.  My students get active in Work Based Learning in the Cedar Valley and I find amazing value in it.  Our local employers are great to communicate and work with.  Ask me what we do to... Read More →
2024 ITEC Leveraging local businesses classroom, internships, & WBL pdf
2024 ITEC Leveraging local businesses classroom, internships, & WBL pptx
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
310
  CSTA

11:00am CDT

PLAY: Immersive Experiences to Bring Tech Ethics Conversations to Life
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
316/317
In this session, we’ll explore two immersive experiences intended for use with middle and high school students. The first transports students to World War II England as they race the clock to break Enigma, exploring the ethics of information. In the second experience, students experience different level of internet access experienced in countries around the world. Then, they discuss the ethics of access and censorship, drawing on both their own experience and their research.
Speakers
avatar for Jen Manly

Jen Manly

CEO, Strategic Classroom LLC
Jen Manly is the CEO of The Strategic Classroom. She has taught middle school, high school, and university computer science and written curriculum. She is a skilled facilitator and has presented to thousands of educators at the local, state, and national levels, including at CSTA... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
316/317
  Featured Speaker

11:00am CDT

Growing Digitally Fluent Learners and Cultivating Change in Communities
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
319
Come and explore how Challenge Based Learning and the agile framework can empower educators to cultivate digitally fluent learners. Engage in hands-on experiences with podcasting, app development, and virtual reality, and discover how to transition all learners from tech consumers to creators and contributors. Then together we will collaborate on how Challenge Based Learning can impact communities as students create real products for authentic audiences, fostering meaningful connections between classroom learning and real-world challenges.
Speakers
SS
avatar for Emma Rose Courington

Emma Rose Courington

Studernt Fellows Specialist, Ed Farm
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
319
  General

11:00am CDT

Let's Bring Literacy To Life Through Making, STEM, and Technology!
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
307
As librarians and teachers, we cultivate amazing places in our libraries and classrooms for making through Makerspaces and opportunities using technology. Have you thought about how literacy, such as picture books, chapter books, nonfiction, and even student created projects, fit into these opportunities and Makerspaces? Shannon McClintock Miller and Megan Muyskens will show you how to bring literacy to life through making and with digital tools and apps, in a fun, creative and exciting session that will be filled with project ideas, wonderful books that encourage making, meaningful moments to tie in STEM and so much more. They will leave you inspired to bring making, STEM and technology to your classroom and library, in person and virtually through literacy every day.
Speakers
avatar for Megan Muyskens

Megan Muyskens

Educational Consultant, Maker Maven
My name is Megan Muyskens, and I am proud to introduce myself as the Representative of Capstone for Iowa and Nebraska. I have a deep-rooted passion for literacy & STEM education.With a career that started seven years ago in Van Meter, Iowa as a fifth grade teacher that evolved to... Read More →
avatar for Shannon McClintock Miller

Shannon McClintock Miller

Teacher Librarian, Van Meter
Shannon McClintock Miller is an international speaker, consultant and author who has a passion for education, librarianship, advocacy, technology, social media and making a difference in the world and lives of others, especially children.Shannon serves as the preschool-12th grade... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
307
  General

11:00am CDT

Engaging Math with Feedback and Revision: Coding Geometric Proofs with Finch Robots
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
313
Bring geometry to life through interactive coding! This workshop explores how Finch Robots can transform your math classroom. We'll delve into an engaging activity for fifth-graders, where they'll code the Finch to justify geometric properties. Step into their shoes – participate in the hands-on coding activity and experience the challenges and collaborative discussions your students will encounter. We'll then reflect on the activity's implementation, sharing successful strategies and recommendations to seamlessly integrate it into your own curriculum. Leave feeling empowered to ignite student engagement through feedback, revision, and the power of coding with Finch Robots!

Slide Deck Link: http://bit.ly/4h9Eogg
Speakers
avatar for Kim McCoy-Parker

Kim McCoy-Parker

Classroom Teacher, Southeast Polk Community School District
Dr. Kim McCoy-Parker is in her tenth year of teaching fifth grade at Four Mile Elementary in the Southeast Polk CSD.  She also serves as the STEAM lab coordinator and model teacher.  In 2022, Kim was awarded the PLTW Outstanding Teacher Award. She completed her doctorate degree... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
313
  Iowa Featured Speaker

12:00pm CDT

CS Integration is Elementary!
Tuesday October 22, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
308
This session talks about the work of the elementary teachers at Woodward-Granger elementary and how they have found ways to integrate CS concepts into their core instruction. Ideas and resources include unpacking CS standards and making connections to core, instructional coaching methods for success, and unit/lesson examples from all elementary grades!
Speakers
avatar for Jamie Petersen

Jamie Petersen

K-12 Tech Integrationist, Woodward-Granger
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CS Integration is Elementary ITEC2024 (1) pdf
Tuesday October 22, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
308
  CSTA

12:00pm CDT

Building a Strong Foundation: Our Computer Science Course Sequence
Tuesday October 22, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
309
Presentation

Are you looking to strengthen your school's computer science program? Join us for a look into our course sequence that equips students with the essential skills to succeed in the digital age.

Discover how our curriculum seamlessly transitions students from foundational concepts to advanced topics. Learn about our courses:
  1. Block-Based Coding: Introduce students to programming concepts in a visually engaging way. 
  2. Intro to Python: Build upon these foundations with a practical introduction to Python, a versatile programming language. 
  3. AP Computer Science Principles: Explore the broader impacts of computing and develop computational thinking skills. 
  4. AP Computer Science A: Dive deeper into Java programming and object-oriented design. 
  5. Data Structures and Algorithms: Master essential problem-solving techniques and data structures.

Get a sneak peek into each course, including sample assignments, projects, and assessments. Learn about the equipment needed for each course and the resources we use to support us, as educators.
Speakers
avatar for Briana Goodenbour

Briana Goodenbour

Teacher, Cedar Falls Community School District
avatar for Julie Kirkpatrick

Julie Kirkpatrick

Teacher, Cedar Falls Schools
I teach Math and Computer Science at Cedar Falls High School, and I'm the head coach of 525 Swartdogs Robotics. People (my students) tend to describe me as fun, delightfully nerdy, and short. My passion is getting students to engage and think for themselves through creation and collaboration... Read More →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT
309
  Featured District

1:00pm CDT

Computer Science Career Tech Student Organizations
Tuesday October 22, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
309
This session will talk about the different Career Tech Student Organizations that are recognized by the State of Iowa for Perkins requirements.
Speakers
DM

Doyle Massey

Teacher, West High School Davenport Iowa
avatar for Kyle Kuhlers

Kyle Kuhlers

Instructor, Waterloo Career Center/WCSD
I love technology and finding ways to connect my students technology interests to our community.  My students get active in Work Based Learning in the Cedar Valley and I find amazing value in it.  Our local employers are great to communicate and work with.  Ask me what we do to... Read More →
ITEC Presentations 2024 docx
Tuesday October 22, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
309
  CSTA

1:00pm CDT

Tackling Computer Science Integration in the Elementary Classroom
Tuesday October 22, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
308
Does looking at your classroom schedule leave you wondering how you will teach CS in addition to all the other required components of an elementary school day? Don’t just add computer science to your day, integrate it with what you are already teaching. Join us for a session that will focus on giving elementary teachers and others tons of resources, ideas, and activities that they can start implementing tomorrow.
Speakers
SE
Tuesday October 22, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
308
  CSTA

2:00pm CDT

Cybersecurity Curriculum
Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
310
Resources, resources, resources for Cybersecurity for a year long class, semester class, quarter class, a 2-3 day activity, or a one day activity.  Learn how to get access and use Cyber.org, RING, TeachCyber, Clarke Site, IT-Adventures, CAE-C, and more for both Middle School and High Schoolers  
Speakers
avatar for Kyle Kuhlers

Kyle Kuhlers

Instructor, Waterloo Career Center/WCSD
I love technology and finding ways to connect my students technology interests to our community.  My students get active in Work Based Learning in the Cedar Valley and I find amazing value in it.  Our local employers are great to communicate and work with.  Ask me what we do to... Read More →
Kuhlers ITEC F24 Cyber Curriculum pdf
Kuhlers ITEC F24 Cyber Curriculum pptx
Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
310
  CSTA

2:00pm CDT

Making AP CSP accessible to all
Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
309
This session we will be talking about our experience with co-teaching AP CSP.   We will talk about the tools that we use to help all students, especially Special Education and ELL students. 
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Michelle Martens

Special Education Facilitator, West High School Davenport Iowa
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Doyle Massey

Teacher, West High School Davenport Iowa
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Ed McEleney

Classroom Teacher, Davenport West High School
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Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
309
  CSTA

2:00pm CDT

Scaling Computer Science in the Elementary Classroom
Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
308
In this session, explore practical strategies for integrating computer science into elementary classrooms, aligning with core subjects through scaling a scope and sequence to introduce foundational computer science concepts through engaging experiences, including unplugged activities, code tracing and more. Educators will leave with ideas on integration into core content.

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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 →
Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
308
  CSTA

2:00pm CDT

Get creative with MagicSchool’s tools! (AI for teachers)
Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
320
This innovative AI platform is designed specifically for educators, offering over 60 tools to streamline teaching tasks, create engaging resources, and enhance classroom experiences. With user-friendly features, MagicSchool empowers teachers to focus on what truly matters: inspiring and educating their students. Come join this presentation and get resources you can start using today!
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Tuesday October 22, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
320
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