Conference Room A |
Make LeARning Real!
Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Mixed Reality are no longer futuristic concepts. From virtual field trips, to enhancing the reading experience, and even on to an AI integrated classroom – discuss how these technologies have the potential to revolutionize education and the workspace.
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John AmensonJohn AmensonHouston ISD, Instructional Technology Program Specialist
Thurman NassoiyThurman NassoiyRegion 4, Education Specialist - Digital Learning
George WilliamsGeorge WilliamsTomball ISD, Instructional Technology Specialist |
Conference Room B |
Big Data – Little Privacy
The era of Big Data has arrived – it is important we know the implications and effects, both positive and negative, that these tools/platforms might have in the future for our students. This panel will discuss how we do our due diligence in considering the implications of the choices we impose on our students as we integrate digital media into our learning spaces. |
Diana BidulescuDiana BidulescuSchoolCity Inc, Education & CyberSecurity Strategy Officer
Kevin LewisKevin LewisIMS Global Learning Consortium, Project Manager |
Conference Room C |
Three Part Harmony: Striking a Chord with Curriculum and Technology
How often is something presented as either a “tech initiative” or a “curriculum initiative,” why can’t it just be a “learning initiative”? The absence of common ground may stem from a lack of understanding about how the other side works, not out of ignorance, but out of stubbornness and a respect for tradition and past practice. This panel will discuss methods to listen carefully to one another, and generate harmony between Curriculum, Technology, and pedagogy to find the best solutions for the district, and more importantly, the students. |
Nancy EvertsNancy EvertsPearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Michelle LeggettMichelle LeggettPearland ISD, Digital Media Specialist |
Conference Room D |
Flipping your Tech life from Day to Night; Night to Day
How do you value the role of technology in your daily life? As professional developers and trainers, we need to foster the transfer of technology use from personal to professional. This panel will discuss ways to uncover the inherent knowledge and skills that educators have with regard to many common educational technology tools. |
Shaun PitreShaun PitrePearland ISD, Educational Technology Specialist
Adrienne SmithAdrienne SmithPearland ISD, Educational Technology Specalist |