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Luxembourg | November 11 - 12, 2017
UNLEASH THE POWER OF CREATIVITY
IN YOUR STUDENTS
JOIN JEFF UTECHT AS HE SHARES...
THE CONNECTED CLASSROOM
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WHAT YOU WILL GET
The world needs people who create things. How many times have you heard this? The world belongs to creators, to those that know how to solve problems and create solutions.
Teaching in a connected classroom is more than about teaching with the Internet or with computers. It is about unleashing the power of creativity in students today. There are many ways to create things, and creating things is half the process. The other half is sharing your creations with a real audience that cares, an audience that can give you feedback on your creation and help you improve it. Whether your creation is a piece of writing, a painting, a recipe or a video, there is a place for students to share their creations with an audience that goes beyond the classroom. That is the true power of the connected classroom and will be the focus of this two-day workshop; learning how a connected classroom can engage your students.
OUTCOMES FROM THIS WORKSHOP:
- Participants will understand how teaching search skills to students changes the questions we ask in the classroom.
- Participants will learn to utilize videos, images, and media to engage students and think differently about projects.
- Participants will explore a host of connected tools that turn students into creators not just consumers.
- Participants will learn how blogs used as e-portfolios can be a powerful learning and reflection tool across the grade levels.
Jeff Utecht is an educational technology consultant, educator and author. He holds a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Technology as well as his administrative certification through Washington State. He was the recipient of a Bill and Melinda Gates Grant called the Technology Leadership Program. This marked the beginning of his journey with technology and learning.
Jeff began sharing his passion for learning via his blog The Thinking Stick. In 2007, he was invited to create an innovative conference focusing on learning and technology; the Learning 2.0 Conference was initiated. He also began consulting with East Asia Regional Council of Schools. Continuing to share his vision, Jeff provided regular articles and blog posts for Tech&Learning publications, authored chapters in numerous books, worked as the educational consultant for a wiki company, and began speaking at schools and educational events around the globe. In 2010 Jeff was invited to present at the first TEDx conference in Bangkok, Thailand.
Jeff’s online presence continues to grow, his blog reaches over 10,000 subscribers and his Twitter account has over 13,000 followers, he fully embraces the power of connections. Jeff published his first book for educators titled Reach in June of 2010. It is Jeff’s belief in learning and future generations that continues to drive his passion. To learn more about Jeff Utecht, visit his website.
AGENDA
DAY 1 AGENDA
The Foundations of the Connected Classroom
8:30 – 9:30 am
Welcome and setting up our connected classroom
9:30 – 10:30 am
The critical skill of structured search skills (Blog reflection)
10:30 – 10:45 am
Break
10:45 – 12:00 pm
Putting our search skills to work (Blog reflection)
12:00 – 12:30 pm
Lunch
12:30 – 1:15 pm
The importance of visual literacy
1:15 – 2:00 pm
Copyright vs Creative Commons (Blog reflection)
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Creating visual literacy products with students
DAY 2 AGENDA
Putting it all Together
8:30 – 9:00 am
Reflecting on Day One
9:00 – 12:00 pm
Exploring creative tools (Blog Reflection)
12:00 – 12:30 pm
LUNCH
12:30 – 1:15 pm
Your blogging journey
1:15 – 2:00 pm
The power of blogging with students
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Becoming a connected educator
The workshops will be held at The International School of Luxembourg, 36, boulevard Pierre Dupong, L-1430 Luxembourg, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
PLEASE NOTE: The postal address, 36 boulevard Pierre Dupong, does not actually correspond to the geographic location.
Please be advised parking is not available on campus, parking is available at the Fischer Parking Bouillon directly across the road from the school.
Recommended Hotels:
Both Hotel Pac Belle Vue and Hotel Parc Belair are approximately a 20 minute walk to the International School of Luxembourg.
IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION
This workshop is confirmed – you may book your travel and accommodation once you have completed registration.
We do not refund fees, however you may send a different participant from your school in your place if necessary. If this occurs please email workshop organisers to inform them (rachel_french@prolearnint.com)
Professional Learning International reserves the right to cancel the workshop in the event of any unforeseen circumstances. Professional Learning International will not be responsible for any expenses relating to your travel if the workshop is rescheduled or cancelled, please be sure to take out travel insurance. In the event of rescheduling or cancellation Professional Learning International will issue a refund of the workshop fee.
CLAIM YOUR SEAT DAY!
REGISTRATION CLOSES OCTOBER 27, 2017
Group Discount Rate (5+ participants) – €550 per Participant
You may register online and make a payment by credit card or request an invoice online.
The workshop fee includes lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Upon course completion you will receive a certificate of participation with the totally number of professional development hours.