| Elective Courses |
Format
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Hours
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Dates(s)
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Assessing Technology Literacy in Staff and Students
This webinar will discuss various ways to assess technology literacy in both staff and students, including the use of electronic portfolios. NCLB requirements will also be covered. |
webinar
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2
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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12/06/12
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Beyond Searching: Finding Resources on the Visible and Invisible Web
This webinar will examine ways to search effectively beyond the simple Google search, including a variety of search engines and directories. |
webinar
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2
4:30pm - 6:30pm
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03/28/13
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Curriculum Design
This webinar series is designed for those who may not have a strong background in curriculum development. It offers an in-depth examination of the difference between curriculum and instruction using the Technology Applications TEKS as a framework. Participants will go through a brief curriculum revision process during the workshop. |
webinar series (select all)
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6
4:00pm - 5:30pm
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1/11/13, 1/25/13, 2/15/13, and 3/1/13
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Cyber Safety and Security
Too often, student's online interactions are questionable and unproductive, and usually without adult supervision. This set of two webinars will help teachers, technology leaders, and parents understand what students should know to use technology appropriately. Participants will focus on strategies for implementing digital citizenship programs in their schools. |
webinar series (select all)
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4
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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10/11/12 and 10/18/12
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iDevices for Students with Disabilities
This hands-on workshop examines the role the iPad and iPod touch should take in the classroom for special needs learners. Apps for modification and differentiation will be covered, along with accessibility features of the devices. (Note: This is an intermediate level course. Participants should already be familiar with the basics of iPad or iPod touch use. If a participant does not already have an iPad, he/she may purchase one from TCEA.) |
face to face or webinar
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6
8:30am - 3:30pm or 3:30pm - 6:30pm
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face to face 10/22/12 or webinars 10/04/12 and 10/11/12
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Implementing and Developing Project-Based Learning in the Classroom
Designed for teachers and instructional coaches, attendees will learn first-hand about project based learning by experiencing a project from beginning to end. Attendees will then use that experience as a guide as they develop their own project(s). Attendees will benefit from additional tools and supports that will be available. This session will conclude with each attendee sharing their project-based learning activity. This is a two day workshop. |
face to face
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12
8:30am - 3:30pm
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10/24/12 and 10/25/12
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Implementing an Effective Research Process for Your Campus
The research process has changed based on the prevalence of information overload and 21st century skills and tools. This workshop will provide participants with a strategy to implement an improved research process on their campuses successfully. |
face to face
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6
8:30am - 3:30pm
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11/19/12
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iTeach, iLearn: iPad In the Classroom
This hands-on workshop takes you beyond "cool apps" for the iPad to how to best use the mobile device in the classroom for authentic learning. Participants may bring their own iPads or register to use one of TCEA's and then develop an entire integrated lesson on a particular TEK or topic. The lesson will include a variety of resources, all of which can be accessed on the iPad, that focus on the differentiation of learning, both process and product, for each student. (Note: This is an intermediate level course. Participants should already be familiar with the basics of iPad use.) |
face to face
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6
8:30am - 3:30pm
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10/20/12 or 05/06/13
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Leadership Skills
Using Jim Collins' "Good to Great" principles, participants will learn what distinguishes a Level 5 leader, will create a BHAG for their campus/district, define their Hedgehog Concept and core values, and create a Mars Group for effective change. |
face to face
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6
8:30am - 3:30pm
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11/15/12
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Leading with the iPad
This session goes beyond "cool apps" and discusses how campus and district leaders can use the iPad to be more effective and efficient in their jobs. Attendees will learn how to manage classroom implementations of these devices. They will practice using apps to change learning and will see what peripheral devices can and should be used with the iPad 1 and 2. (Note: This is not an introductory course. Participants should already be familiar with basic iPad functions before attending. If a participant does not already have an iPad, he/she may purchase one from TCEA.) |
face to face
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6
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10/18/11 and 03/29/12
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Leading and Supporting School Districts through Project-Based Learning
Designed for administrators and instructional coaches, attendees will learn first-hand about project based learning and strategies for sustaining effective PBL implementations. Through peer review and reflection, attendees will have the opportunity to develop a plan (including a timeline) for deploying PBL across a campus/district, design rubrics for observations, and structure a revision process for continued innovation. Best practices related to campus administrators will be highlighted. Bring your team, including your campus administrator, and receive a discount on registration. |
face to face
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6
8:30am - 3:30pm
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10/26/12
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Making the Move Towards Blended Learning
Blending regular teaching and learning with online and virtual experiences provides new ways for students to be successful. |
webinar
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2
4:30pm - 6:30pm
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11/29/12
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Mobile Devices in the Classroom
Banned or embraced? This webinar will focus on the issues and potential solutions for using mobile devices in the classroom for learning. |
webinar
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2
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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11/15/12
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Moving from Print to Digital
Federal and state policy makers are encouraging districts to move from printed textbooks to digital content. What’s the reality? What’s required? What’s the path? This session will explore these questions and help participants think through the necessary steps a district must take to make this happen. |
webinar
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10/04/12
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Moving Your AUP to an RUP
Education today requires a different view of the acceptable use policy that embraces BYOD /BYO T and responsible use by students and staff. This webinar will discuss how to move your outdated AUP to a Responsible Use Policy with information on training required to be successful. |
webinar
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2
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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11/08/12
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QR Codes in the Classroom
This webinar will examine ways to use Quick Response Codes in the classroom to engage students and enhance learning. |
webinar
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1
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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12/06/12
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Understanding and Building 21st Century Skills
Using Tony Wagner’s “Survival Skills for the 21st Century,” participants will explore exactly what students must master before they leave our schools. They will discover different ways to help students build these skills through technology. |
webinar series (select one or two)
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4
4:30pm - 6:30pm
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10/18/12 and 10/19/12
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