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Wednesday, March 17
 

4:00pm EDT

Creating Equitable Learning Environments
This session will lead participants in equity learning that will help them improve their racial literacy and increase their commitment to equity. This is based on the belief that helping adults to develop an equity-centered approach to everything that they do is the key to achieving equity in school environments. This session is focused on finding common definitions of equity, oppression, culturally responsive actions, and developing an approach to grow and change in order to better serve our most marginalized students and families.

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Wednesday March 17, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

Organize Your Google Classroom Marie Kondo Style
Does your Google Classroom spark joy? We can fix that! Find the best tips, tricks and strategies to make the most of your Google Classroom. Regain time. Be more productive. Spark joy with your digital assignments!

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Wednesday March 17, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

Solutions That Drive Online Engagement and Interaction (NO RECORDING)
In a remote leaning environment and want to make online time together a little more interactive? This presentation will overview some of the online tools you can use to help keep your group of online students, teachers, etc. engaged. We will look at popular titles but also take a look at the unsung hero’s of Pear Deck, Zeetings, EdPuzzle and if time allows a few more titles. This is a class about interaction, so, be prepared to well, possibly interact! I am always looking for new engaging solutions so do not be surprised if there are some other solutions tossed into this session as well!

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Wednesday March 17, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

STEM + Critical Thinking
As one of the ‘4 C’s of Education,’ critical thinking is an important skill for all of our students to improve upon. STEM education provides the perfect opportunity to build critical thinking skills through a sense of wonder, good questions, and problem solving. We’ll improve our own critical thinking skills and redesign typical STEM projects to make them more challenging for our students.

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avatar for Chris Woods

Chris Woods

Teacher, dailySTEM
I'm a teacher.I'm also a STEM nerd, and I love helping educators build a STEM culture in their classrooms & community.


Wednesday March 17, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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Thursday, March 18
 

4:00pm EDT

Create Your Virtual Learning Class
Pandemic learning has been rough for most educators. Good things have happened as a result however, one of these is the focus ‘flipping’ the classroom. In this session you will learn how to create your own class and flip the classroom doing it. This workshop session is designed for the educator new to using Google Classroom. Attendees should come to this session with a class list, lesson plan book, and an educator Google account.

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avatar for Marvin Taylor

Marvin Taylor

Curriculum Director / Elementary Principal, Athens Area Schools
Storytelling is a shared experience.  It is also a great teaching tool.  Through storytelling, we learn more about ourselves and our role in education.  Images and words share stories, which in turn connect us to each other.  It is my hope that through session presentations during... Read More →



Thursday March 18, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

Designing for Voice & Choice No Matter the Format (NO RECORDING)
Teaching looks different these days, and trying to plan a lesson is no longer as simple as using what worked last year. It may seem near-impossible to offer students voice and choice over their learning when you’re not even sure where learning might be taking place. Using the “flex model” can help you streamline your lessons to be effective in either a face-to-face or remote setting. This structure offers students agency over their learning while allowing teachers to provide feedback and maintain classroom control. In this immersive workshop, you will experience the “flex model” for yourself first-hand, see what it feels like to be on the receiving end of a virtual check-in, and begin designing a lesson that you can try out with your students tomorrow!

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avatar for Anne Perez

Anne Perez

Senior Professional Learning Specialist, MV


Thursday March 18, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

Envisioning Computer Science Through the SCRIPT Lens
Join this workshop to learn how districts can utilize the SCRIPT process to create a vision with actionable goals toward computer science implementation in the classroom. SCRIPT (Strategic CSforALL Resource & Implementation Planning Tool) was a process developed through research by CSforALL to help school districts and other LEAs become the unit of change toward creating rigorous, inclusive and sustainable K-12 computer science education. Through SCRIPT, district teams are guided by a facilitator through a series of collaborative visioning, self-assessment and goal-setting exercises to create or expand upon a computer science implementation plan for their students. Participants in this workshop will experience portions of the SCRIPT workshop and find out how their district or LEA can create a computer science vision and actionable goals with their own SCRIPT workshop. Note: the SCRIPT process is provided free of charge by trained SCRIPT facilitators.

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avatar for Cheryl Wilson

Cheryl Wilson

Computer Science Consultant, Cheryl Wilson, Michigan Department of Education
I am the Computer Science Consultant at the Michigan Department of Education. My primary job responsibility is to help districts implement Michigan's Computer Science Standards. My previous experiences have helped me in my current role. I spent 13 years teaching a combination of... Read More →



Thursday March 18, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

Power Up Your Canvas
Come learn how to power up your Canvas course with something cool for everyone whether you have just started using Canvas or have been using it for awhile! Learn out-of-the-ordinary ways to use Canvas such as using the scheduler, filtering your grade book, and adding mastery paths, or prerequisites. We will also dive into how to gamify your course to increase student engagement with badges.

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avatar for Erin Weaver

Erin Weaver

Educational Technology Specialist, Diocese of Grand Rapids



Thursday March 18, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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4:00pm EDT

STEM + Design Thinking
Never has there been a better time to become better problem solvers! Design Thinking is a problem solving method that helps people design workable solutions “for” and “with” others. Participants will engage in a rapid prototyping, remote learning activity with a whole lot of empathy (and just a little bit of tin foil) in order to learn how design thinking works. Then, we will explore some of the best digital tools and workflow practices for students to thrive in a brave, new remote/hybrid problem-solving world!

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avatar for Chris Woods

Chris Woods

Teacher, dailySTEM
I'm a teacher.I'm also a STEM nerd, and I love helping educators build a STEM culture in their classrooms & community.


Thursday March 18, 2021 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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Friday, March 19
 

8:00am EDT

A Look into the Future: Road Mapping Workshop (Google NDA Required - NO RECORDING)
Join us for a deep dive into what is in development with Google for Education. Note: you will need to complete an NDA to attend this workshop.

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Google for Education Team

Google for Education


Friday March 19, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

ESPORTS 101 First Steps: Every Good Team Starts Somewhere
Learn about the basics and necessary steps to begin an esports program at your high school. What equipment do you need? What amount of space is required? Who can you compete with? The startup obstacles aren’t as large as you might think!

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avatar for Dylan Chapman

Dylan Chapman

Teacher, Grass Lake Schools


Friday March 19, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Immersive VR Beyond 360
Get started with the new virtual reality platform that allows students to move around and interact with their environment with 6 Degrees Of Freedom (6DOF). Explore the best education apps, integration strategies, and management tips for the Oculus VR platform. Leave ready to use 6DOF VR in your classroom!

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avatar for Steve Kass

Steve Kass

Educational Technologist, REMC1
Steve is a Copper Country native and graduate of Northern Michigan University.  Before joining REMC1, he worked as a high school business/computer teacher at Stevens Point Area Senior High (SPASH).   Steve now works as an Educational Technologist and is responsible for leading... Read More →
avatar for Andy Mann

Andy Mann

Instructional Technology Consultant, Muskegon Area ISD
Andy Mann started as a science and technology teacher and transitioned into one of Michigan’s first tech directors.  For the last 28 years, he has had the pleasure to serve as an instructional technology specialist for 3 different Michigan ISDs, assisting educators to select and... Read More →



Friday March 19, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

K-3 Virtual Observations
Teachers of young learners must flexibly use observation and assessments to guide language and literacy development. This session will focus on how to virtually observe students during reading and writing then use that information to provide additional support or make instructional shifts. Additionally, participants will consider specific assessments and how they might be used to inform specific instructional targets. Intended Audience: Early Literacy Educators, Classroom Teachers & Instructional Coaches, Instructional Leaders and/or Administrators.

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avatar for Michelle Wagner

Michelle Wagner

Literacy Consultant, Wayne RESA


Friday March 19, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Overview of School Finance for Technology (MSBO Certification)
There are many types of technology-related expenses your school district should budget for, and some helpful guidelines on “What Stuff Costs.” The basics of the budgeting process, an overview of school finance, borrowing, and the operation of a business office will be addressed. Some of the topic areas that will be addressed are, “Where and how do grants and donations fit into the process?” How does “depreciation,” “total cost of ownership” (TCO), and “return on investment” (ROI) play a role? What are the various purchasing plans and regulations? How to negotiate rates with technology vendors? What is E-Rate? Should a district purchase or lease equipment?


Friday March 19, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Plug Social Justice into Educational Technology
How can we keep a critical lens on the way that educational technology impacts social justice? In this interactive workshop, we will design collaborative solutions for the challenges educational technology raises for social justice. We will create a community that welcomes all, honors where you are, and helps move everyone toward more equitable and inclusive learning spaces, practices, and philosophies. Bring your true, authentic self, your questions, and your experiences. Experience design thinking, small group sharing, and strategies for making change.

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avatar for Liz Owens Boltz

Liz Owens Boltz

Assistant Professor/Co-Director, Michigan State University
As Co-Director of the Master of Arts in Educational technology program at Michigan State, Liz is dedicated to supporting students and the diverse goals, needs, and backgrounds they bring to MAET. Liz is a graduate of Michigan State University’s Educational Psychology & Educational... Read More →
avatar for Brittany Dillman

Brittany Dillman

Director of Graduate Certificate Programs for MAET at MSU, MAET Program at Michigan State University
Brittany is the Director of Graduate Certificate Programs for the Master of Arts in Educational Technology (MAET) Program at Michigan State University. She is curious about teachers’ lesson planning practices and their preparation for lessons influences students’ classroom experiences... Read More →
avatar for Candace Robertson

Candace Robertson

Assistant Director of Student Experience and Outreach, MAET Program, Michigan State University
Candace Robertson is the Assistant Director of Student Experience and Outreach for the Master of Arts in Educational Technology (MAET) at Michigan State University. Her work revolves around supporting educators in creating meaningful and innovative experiences for learners. Candace... Read More →


Friday March 19, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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Saturday, March 20
 

8:00am EDT

ESPORTS 102 Speed Bumps and Hurdles: What To Expect In Your First Years
Learn about common difficulties most teams face in their first couple years. Prepare yourself to tackle technical issues, communication problems, administrative questions and team structure. Deep dive into the complications different teams have experienced and how they have been resolved.

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avatar for Dylan Chapman

Dylan Chapman

Teacher, Grass Lake Schools


Saturday March 20, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Fundamentals of Graphic Design for Student/Parent Communication
In this session we will spend the first hour going over the fundamentals of imagery, color, type pairing, and content. The second hour will consist of working in Adobe Spark by creative designs for your social media platforms that inform parents/guardians of happenings in your class(es). I will walk you through the design process by using Adobe Spark and demonstrate how to create an effective design.

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Saturday March 20, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Security and Disaster Recovery (MSBO Certification)
An overview of security best practices at the network, server and workstation levels will be discussed. The security practices covered can be applied to multiple types of network architectures including Windows, Linux and others. Also covers best practices on creating and implementing a disaster recovery plan.


Saturday March 20, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Tools You Can Use Tomorrow. Remote/Hybrid Style (NO RECORDING)
We are certainly in a unique environment right now with much of what we are doing weighted on technology so lets make sure you know some of the coolest features in todays most popular solutions. If you have been in a session with me you know I like to show you the newest and most unique solutions and hope to provide that with the newest offerings including Wakelet, Flipgrid, Kahoot, Book Creator and many more as well as introducing you to some new solutions which might be helpful to your students working remotely. I am always looking for new engaging solutions so do not be surprised if there are some other solutions tossed into this session as well!

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Saturday March 20, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

Using Video to Engage Students and Staff
Participants will learn how to use video editing, screen recording, and animation creation tools. These multimedia tools will help both educators and students communicate their ideas creatively and clearly, as well as helping demonstrates their knowledge and competency skills. This workshop will cover a variety of tools for all platforms, so all attendees will be able to participate regardless of the device they are using.

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avatar for Du Bui

Du Bui

Educational Technology Consultant, Jackson County Intermediate School District
Du is a former 6th-grade teacher. He taught English language arts and social studies in Ogden, Utah. He also spent a couple of years as a digital learning specialist. His goal is to help educators "crush it" with technology.t: @DueyBui



Saturday March 20, 2021 8:00am - 10:00am EDT
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8:00am EDT

G Suite Admin Console Best Practices (Part 1 and 2)
Come join the collaborative discussion with Tierney Brothers and your colleagues from across the Midwest. This session will be customized based on the needs and requests of those registered for the session. Within our time we will look at discussing organizational unit device settings to optimize a shared device or 1:1 environment, and Chrome browser settings.

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Saturday March 20, 2021 8:00am - 12:15pm EDT
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10:15am EDT

ESPORTS 103 Leveling Up:Taking your Team from Zero to Hero
Discover how successful established teams sustain growth, fundraise, build culture and community and empower their students to lead and stand out. Video production, public speaking, technical skills, marketing; what else exists beyond the competition? How can you set up your students for collegiate/pro play and future career opportunities.

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avatar for Dylan Chapman

Dylan Chapman

Teacher, Grass Lake Schools


Saturday March 20, 2021 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
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10:15am EDT

I Gave You a Chromebook, Now What?
This session will explore strategies to engage students in the virtual environment. Districts across Michigan were proactive and industrious in providing Chromebooks or a device for student use. Even though students may have received a device, statistics showed some students did not engage online. All students need more personalized interaction for continued learning, especially those who have less access. Participants will receive relationship and engagement strategies to support building their virtual toolbox. This session addresses the theme of equity by taking a deeper look into designing differentiated virtual lessons for ALL students. 


Saturday March 20, 2021 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
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10:15am EDT

Leading SEL for ALL
As we move through a time of significant stress, school leaders are charged with not only caring for students and families, but staff, colleagues, and self, requiring intentional practice in Social and Emotional Learning. This session will establish why this work is critical as well as practices leaders can apply in their everyday lives, professionally and personally.

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avatar for Dr. Melissa Usiak

Dr. Melissa Usiak

Assistant Professor, Executive Director, Michigan State University, Michigan ASCD
Truly excited to share resources with you around SEL. We need each and every member in our school communities leading this work. This is a session for ALL!



Saturday March 20, 2021 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
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10:15am EDT

Learn Like a YouTuber: Engaging Video Activities
Let’s face it. Your students spend lots of time on YouTube, and they probably have their favorite YouTubers. Let’s take popular styles of YouTube videos and turn them into learning experiences! In this video, you’ll learn how you — and your students! — can make top 10 videos, unboxing videos, and more as a demonstration of learning.

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Saturday March 20, 2021 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
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10:15am EDT

Microsoft OneNote/Class Notebook (NO RECORDING)
Microsoft OneNote is flat out impressive and, its free! Not only is it packed with a pile of features, teachers, schools, administrators and districts have put together some great hacks to make it even more powerful. This session will overview what OneNote is, show you some of its best features and hidden wonders and then discuss how educators are using OneNote in education. We will also discuss and demonstrate Class Notebook and Staff Notebook which allows you to share notes to groups or individuals. Handy for collaboration, assignments, research, reference, etc.

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Saturday March 20, 2021 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
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10:15am EDT

What’s In Your Online Teaching Toolbelt?
Fast-paced session designed to give participants several tips, tricks and tools that can be added to their toolboxes. Moderated by David Tchozewski, several guest presenters will share their success stories and a variety of resources for online teaching and learning.

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avatar for David Tchozewski

David Tchozewski

Director of Information Technology, Kenowa Hills Public Schools
Dave Tchozewski, a current MACUL Board Member, has served the PreK-12 education community for over 33 years in a variety of roles. He is currently in his second year serving the Kenowa Hills Public School community as their Director of Information Technology. Prior to joining the... Read More →


Saturday March 20, 2021 10:15am - 12:15pm EDT
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