NYSCATE 2008 Podcastshttp://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/index.htmlNYSCATE 2008 Fall ConferenceenNYSCATE 2008Copyright 2008-20092009-02-18T14:53:47-05:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 14:57:19 -0500NYSCATEEngaging Adolescents in Intermediate Science Through Online ActivitiesNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:53:47-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/642742faedbcc7219cdfec8c130d9ffd-37.html#unique-entry-id-37http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/642742faedbcc7219cdfec8c130d9ffd-37.html#unique-entry-id-37
Presenter: Peter Rillero

Discusses virtual science education experiences to enhance learning. Presents research
suggesting virtual science experiences lead to the same gains as physical experiences, while the
time required is much less. A variety of virtual science education experiences will be presented
that are available from the Internet for free or low cost.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c10Engaging Adolescents in Intermediate Science Through Online Activities Presenter: Peter Rillero Discusses virtual science education experiences to enhance learning. Presents research suggesting virtual science experiences lead to the same gains as physical experiences, while the time required is much less. A variety of virtual science education experiences will be presented that are available from the Internet for free or low cost.Transforming Education by Empowering StudentsNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:49:19-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/5b4a1ae1c4ed8fa0498050345ca1fbd7-36.html#unique-entry-id-36http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/5b4a1ae1c4ed8fa0498050345ca1fbd7-36.html#unique-entry-id-36
Presenter: Pete Reilly

Join Pete Reilly as he explores how schools can empower students to be more responsible and
engaged in their own learning. This interactive session will demonstrate how technology can be
a catalyst for creating active and engaging environments where students are empowered to
discover, explore, hypothesize and create.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c09Transforming Education by Empowering Students - (Tags: nyscate08c09, nyscate08) Presenter: Pete Reilly Join Pete Reilly as he explores how schools can empower students to be more responsible and engaged in their own learning. This interactive session will demonstrate how technology can be a catalyst for creating active and engaging environments where students are empowered to discover, explore, hypothesize and create.Active Learning in the 21st Century ClassroomNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:43:47-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/41d5958f59697037460584c9d171397d-35.html#unique-entry-id-35http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/41d5958f59697037460584c9d171397d-35.html#unique-entry-id-35
Presenter: Joel Ryan

Interactive whiteboards, wireless tablets and digital presenters are the latest innovations in
classroom technology. Learn how classroom teachers can effectively use these technologies in
the classroom to support curriculum objectives. Join our presenters who are educators that have
worked with teachers for over a decade in helping them make sense of all this technology.
Learn how to create an active learning environment for students that will engage, excite and
educate them in the Troxell "21st Century Classroom”. This student-centered approach to
education empowers teachers through effective and practical technology, supported by a
comprehensive professional development model.

Special guest speaker "Alex Urrea from Eduscapes"

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c08Active Learning in the 21st Century Classroom - (Tags: nyscate08c08, nyscate08) Presenter: Joel Ryan Interactive whiteboards, wireless tablets and digital presenters are the latest innovations in classroom technology. Learn how classroom teachers can effectively use these technologies in the classroom to support curriculum objectives. Join our presenters who are educators that have worked with teachers for over a decade in helping them make sense of all this technology. Learn how to create an active learning environment for students that will engage, excite and educate them in the Troxell "21st Century Classroom”. This student-centered approach to education empowers teachers through effective and practical technology, supported by a comprehensive professional development model. Special guest speaker "Alex Urrea from Eduscapes"Build Critical Thinking Skills Using Distance Learning, Podcasting, Blogs, and Web DesignNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:36:46-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/0e2ecdae210dddaab6295aecc2c00cf3-34.html#unique-entry-id-34http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/0e2ecdae210dddaab6295aecc2c00cf3-34.html#unique-entry-id-34Design
Presenter: Sandra Keppel

Explore the power of using project-based learning that encompasses distance learning to
enhance critical thinking skills and create authentic assessment tools. Your students will be
empowered to write research papers, podcasting scripts, and blogs that address higher-order
thinking of synthesis and evaluation, as well as create their own web designs.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c07 Build Critical Thinking Skills Using Distance Learning, Podcasting, Blogs, and Web Design - (Tags: nyscate08c07, nyscate08) Presenter: Sandra Keppel Explore the power of using project-based learning that encompasses distance learning to enhance critical thinking skills and create authentic assessment tools. Your students will be empowered to write research papers, podcasting scripts, and blogs that address higher-order thinking of synthesis and evaluation, as well as create their own web designs.Using Your BeanNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:31:18-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/6333b8b849bd8b32c80b142f67f3b014-33.html#unique-entry-id-33http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/6333b8b849bd8b32c80b142f67f3b014-33.html#unique-entry-id-33
Presenter: Brian Blaszak & Donna Frymire

This session will showcase the basics of how to utilize your Bean which you received as part of
NYSCATE this year. Discussions of classroom use, how to share and the basics of use will all be
presented.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c05Using Your Bean - (Tags: nyscate08c05, nyscate08) Presenter: Brian Blaszak & Donna Frymire This session will showcase the basics of how to utilize your Bean which you received as part of NYSCATE this year. Discussions of classroom use, how to share and the basics of use will all be presented.Building Students' Vocabulary Using TechnologyNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:21:57-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/6642a1bc01ab7474a8c28713756774d9-32.html#unique-entry-id-32http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/6642a1bc01ab7474a8c28713756774d9-32.html#unique-entry-id-32
Presenter: David Mileham

Based on research conducted by Robert Marzano, this workshop will focus on building the
vocabulary of students using technology. Teachers will be exposed to technology resources and
methods used to develop deep understandings of vocabulary terms used in content areas.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c04Building Students' Vocabulary Using Technology - (Tags: nyscate08c04, nyscate08) Presenter: David Mileham Based on research conducted by Robert Marzano, this workshop will focus on building the vocabulary of students using technology. Teachers will be exposed to technology resources and methods used to develop deep understandings of vocabulary terms used in content areas.AccelerateU: Student Online CoursesNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:20:34-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/f861c3269901b4fa46d95b0da7a8e178-31.html#unique-entry-id-31http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/f861c3269901b4fa46d95b0da7a8e178-31.html#unique-entry-id-31
Presenter: Michele Messenger

AccelerateU is a New York State Student Online Course system, offering many High School and
some Middle School courses. Courses range from core, to elective to Advanced Placement.
Taught by NYS teachers and aligned to NYS standards, these courses can be used for credit
recovery, scheduling conflicts or accelerated study.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c03AccelerateU: Student Online Courses - (Tags: nyscate08c03, nyscate08) Presenter: Michele Messenger AccelerateU is a New York State Student Online Course system, offering many High School and some Middle School courses. Courses range from core, to elective to Advanced Placement. Taught by NYS teachers and aligned to NYS standards, these courses can be used for credit recovery, scheduling conflicts or accelerated study.Navigating Wireless Communication in the Classroom with TI Navigator NYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:14:32-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/a3b34ff2ba4ebc4b546574446c324b96-30.html#unique-entry-id-30http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/a3b34ff2ba4ebc4b546574446c324b96-30.html#unique-entry-id-30
Presenter: Lisa Blank

Come learn about the newest TI-Navigator system. Create a powerful connection between
students and educator by wirelessly networking each student’s graphing calculator to the
classroom computer. Track the progress of individual students or a class in real time. Use
instant feedback to create a dynamic learning environment proven by research to increase
student success. This is a powerful tool for use in all academic disciplines.

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]]>NYSCATENYSCATE08C02Navigating Wireless Communication in the Classroom with TI Navigator - (Tags: nyscate08c02, nyscate08) Presenter: Lisa Blank Come learn about the newest TI-Navigator system. Create a powerful connection between students and educator by wirelessly networking each student’s graphing calculator to the classroom computer. Track the progress of individual students or a class in real time. Use instant feedback to create a dynamic learning environment proven by research to increase student success. This is a powerful tool for use in all academic disciplines.The Pitfalls of Technology and How to Crawl Out of ThemNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:09:44-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/241cc80418c76f458114317f6ce80a02-29.html#unique-entry-id-29http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/241cc80418c76f458114317f6ce80a02-29.html#unique-entry-id-29
Presenter: Stuart Shoots

Do you see the value of technology in the classroom but are hesitant to use it? During this
session, participants will engage in discussions around issues facing educators in today’s ever
evolving world of technology. Participants will use and be introduced to up and coming
technologies embedded within the discussion.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c01The Pitfalls of Technology and How to Crawl Out of Them - (Tags: nyscate08c01, nyscate08) Presenter: Stuart Shoots Do you see the value of technology in the classroom but are hesitant to use it? During this session, participants will engage in discussions around issues facing educators in today’s ever evolving world of technology. Participants will use and be introduced to up and coming technologies embedded within the discussion.Thin Client Using VMware VDI & HardwareNYSCATE 2008Audio2009-02-18T14:03:27-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/aa54aa1823cc52e93cb7ab3d14a622a5-28.html#unique-entry-id-28http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/aa54aa1823cc52e93cb7ab3d14a622a5-28.html#unique-entry-id-28
Presenter: Rob Noble

Transform the way you deploy and Manage desktops. Learn how you can save money on
energy, save break-fix time and have techs available for projects that make your users more
productive, increase security, discourage theft and save on hardware costs by using computers
that have a longer life.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08b11Thin Client Using VMware VDI & HP Hardware - (Tags: nyscate08b11, nyscate08) Presenter: Rob Noble Transform the way you deploy and Manage desktops. Learn how you can save money on energy, save break-fix time and have techs available for projects that make your users more productive, increase security, discourage theft and save on hardware costs by using computers that have a longer life.Rod Serling Video FestivalNYSCATE 2008Video2009-01-26T09:38:10-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/e84cef542e47d25aa8e8665987b90928-27.html#unique-entry-id-27http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/e84cef542e47d25aa8e8665987b90928-27.html#unique-entry-id-27
Presenter: Lawrence Kassan

The Rod Serling Video Festival, a K-12 student video festival started in 1995 to promote the
creative use of video technology in both the home and classroom, has been steadily gaining in
popularity among students, educators, and parents throughout the state of New York. Whether
it is a comedy, drama, or animated work one thing you can be sure of… you will be both inspired
and amazed at the quality of work being performed by these young people. The presentation
will include screening of award winning student produced videos from previous year’s (each
video is 5 minutes or less), a discussion on the creative process, information about entering the
festival, and the various prize and award categories. Educators will also see how to team with
the Rod Serling Video Festival to initiate a video program at your school or to compliment any
existing video production classes already in progress. Opportunities for Distance Learning
Broadcasts or site visits will be discussed.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08d13Rod Serling Video Festival - (Tags: nyscate08d13, nyscate08) Presenter: Lawrence Kassan The Rod Serling Video Festival, a K-12 student video festival started in 1995 to promote the creative use of video technology in both the home and classroom, has been steadily gaining in popularity among students, educators, and parents throughout the state of New York. Whether it is a comedy, drama, or animated work one thing you can be sure of… you will be both inspired and amazed at the quality of work being performed by these young people. The presentation will include screening of award winning student produced videos from previous year’s (each video is 5 minutes or less), a discussion on the creative process, information about entering the festival, and the various prize and award categories. Educators will also see how to team with the Rod Serling Video Festival to initiate a video program at your school or to compliment any existing video production classes already in progress. Opportunities for Distance Learning Broadcasts or site visits will be discussed.Web 2.0 Tools in the Elementary ClassroomNYSCATE 2008Video2009-01-26T09:34:23-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/a9b9217d79c0d3c74b8370a04e9d1dd6-26.html#unique-entry-id-26http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/a9b9217d79c0d3c74b8370a04e9d1dd6-26.html#unique-entry-id-26
Presenter: Sarah Indermill & Janet & Kim Bunce & Bigelow

In a world of digital learners, Web 2.0 tools can be used to enhance elementary students
learning. Join us to see how elementary teachers can use tools such as blogs, podcasts and
wikis within their classroom curriculum. Note: This session is a bring your own laptop session.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c13Web 2.0 tools in the Elementary Classroom Presenter: Sarah Indermill & Janet & Kim Bunce & Bigelow In a world of digital learners, Web 2.0 tools can be used to enhance elementary students learning. Join us to see how elementary teachers can use tools such as blogs, podcasts and wikis within their classroom curriculum. Note: This session is a bring your own laptop session.Tell It Like It Is! Creating Digital StoriesNYSCATE 2008Video2009-01-26T09:31:08-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/ddb09610d9a13f674f5cb79bcaf712a5-25.html#unique-entry-id-25http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/ddb09610d9a13f674f5cb79bcaf712a5-25.html#unique-entry-id-25
Presenter: Denise Mac Devette

Learn how to use digital storytelling to involve students in classroom content, providing a
relevant platform for them to showcase their learning. Participants will view cross curriculum
samples, learn the process for digital storytelling and be ready to implement digital storytelling
into their current classroom curriculum.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08g14Tell It Like It Is! Creating Digital Stories Presenter: Denise Mac Devette Learn how to use digital storytelling to involve students in classroom content, providing a relevant platform for them to showcase their learning. Participants will view cross curriculum samples, learn the process for digital storytelling and be ready to implement digital storytelling into their current classroom curriculum.Death by a Thousand Bullets: Killing Me Slowly with PowerPointNYSCATE 2008Video2009-01-26T09:24:40-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/dda8a973325b1ab0bc42526852073bdb-24.html#unique-entry-id-24http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/dda8a973325b1ab0bc42526852073bdb-24.html#unique-entry-id-24Death by a Thousand Bullets: Killing Me Slowly with PowerPoint

Presenter: Frank Sobierajski

NYSCATE should be showcasing the best Power Points ever seen but it doesn’t always. How's
yours? This session will focus on making better presentations using PowerPoint. Ever thought
about a bullet-less PP or interplay with images and sounds? This session will help you and your
students create better presentations!

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08g07Presenter: Frank Sobierajski NYSCATE should be showcasing the best Power Points ever seen but it doesn’t always. How's yours? This session will focus on making better presentations using PowerPoint. Ever thought about a bullet-less PP or interplay with images and sounds? This session will help you and your students create better presentations!Google’s “Cool,” Tools for Teachers and Students NYSCATE 2008Video2009-01-26T09:20:32-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/14a894cabc086be24b8d0a69a93d16c2-23.html#unique-entry-id-23http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/14a894cabc086be24b8d0a69a93d16c2-23.html#unique-entry-id-23
Presenter: Carol LaRow

See Google’s great WEB 2.0 tools for teachers and students, presented by a “Google Certified
Teacher.” Customize a start page for “personal learning environments,” have students
collaborate in peer-to-peer learning as they share projects assets, write, and edit online. Create
custom Maps, with placemarkers and photos imported from WEB Album, that can be embedded
on a WEB page or Blog and viewed in Google Earth. Customize searches, learn the “many”
features of News; use Docs, Presentations, Spreadsheets, and Forms; create WEB pages,
design custom search engines, keep online Notebooks, and discover what gadgets can do!
Observe geography and places in literature come alive as you “fly” students around the World
using Google Earth’s satellite imagery.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08f06Presenter: Carol LaRow See Google’s great WEB 2.0 tools for teachers and students, presented by a “Google Certified Teacher.” Customize a start page for “personal learning environments,” have students collaborate in peer-to-peer learning as they share projects assets, write, and edit online. Create custom Maps, with placemarkers and photos imported from WEB Album, that can be embedded on a WEB page or Blog and viewed in Google Earth. Customize searches, learn the “many” features of News; use Docs, Presentations, Spreadsheets, and Forms; create WEB pages, design custom search engines, keep online Notebooks, and discover what gadgets can do! Observe geography and places in literature come alive as you “fly” students around the World using Google Earth’s satellite imagery.Waking EdTech from its ComaNYSCATE 2008Video2009-01-26T09:13:32-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/b337817f136c877908df3c15fd82504e-22.html#unique-entry-id-22http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/b337817f136c877908df3c15fd82504e-22.html#unique-entry-id-22
Presenter: Gary Stager

Lulled into a false sleep by a glut of new technologies but without any real action as we discuss
more than we actually do. We Tweet, Skype, or Blog but EdTech is still in a deep coma keeping
the promises of technology from being realized. It is time to apply the paddles and shock
EdTech back to wakefulness. Come discuss with keynote speaker, Dr. Stager ways to change
the way we actually do technology integration.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08d06Presenter: Gary Stager Lulled into a false sleep by a glut of new technologies but without any real action as we discuss more than we actually do. We Tweet, Skype, or Blog but EdTech is still in a deep coma keeping the promises of technology from being realized. It is time to apply the paddles and shock EdTech back to wakefulness. Come discuss with keynote speaker, Dr. Stager ways to change the way we actually do technology integration.2008 Title IID Grant - Technology Enhancing Language Learners – Impact on ELA/ELL StudentsNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T11:25:58-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/e184936d4843b9c2ed62ffbac55c31bf-21.html#unique-entry-id-21http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/e184936d4843b9c2ed62ffbac55c31bf-21.html#unique-entry-id-21Students

Presenter: Barbara King & Serena Barresi

Title IID TELL program has infused technology into differentiated instruction of NYC DOE
ELA/ELL students. This workshop illustrates blogs, SchoolWires portal, interactive whiteboards,
podcasting, movie-making and PowerPoints. Two participating teachers will present teacher and
student-created work and discuss the impact these tools have had on their students’ learning.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08f032008 Title IID Grant - Technology Enhancing Language Learners – Impact on ELA/ELL Students Presenter: Barbara King & Serena Barresi Title IID TELL program has infused technology into differentiated instruction of NYC DOE ELA/ELL students. This workshop illustrates blogs, SchoolWires portal, interactive whiteboards, podcasting, movie-making and PowerPoints. Two participating teachers will present teacher and student-created work and discuss the impact these tools have had on their students’ learning.Dunno Much About the Game IndustryNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T11:21:36-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/8baecee2377214d60ce332a463a219ae-20.html#unique-entry-id-20http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/8baecee2377214d60ce332a463a219ae-20.html#unique-entry-id-20
Presenter: Steven Jacobs

Working in the Industry is scoring as high as the second choice of middle and high schools
students (after pro sports) in recent surveys. What are the careers? How can students be
prepared for them? Do they need advanced degrees? What should they be looking for in
higher education institutions? In this session we'll try to answer these questions and point you
to a variety of resources that will help both you and your students be better prepared for the road
ahead. Stephen Jacobs is a Professor of Game Design and Development at RIT and a Game
Designer for Ratatoskr Entertainment, Inc. He is the Outreach Coordinator for the Education
Special Interest Group of the International Game Developers Association.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08e08Dunno Much About the Game Industry Presenter: Steven Jacobs Working in the Industry is scoring as high as the second choice of middle and high schools students (after pro sports) in recent surveys. What are the careers? How can students be prepared for them? Do they need advanced degrees? What should they be looking for in higher education institutions? In this session we'll try to answer these questions and point you to a variety of resources that will help both you and your students be better prepared for the road ahead. Stephen Jacobs is a Professor of Game Design and Development at RIT and a Game Designer for Ratatoskr Entertainment, Inc. He is the Outreach Coordinator for the Education Special Interest Group of the International Game Developers Association. Where Teachers Learn, Where Teachers TeachNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T11:02:47-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/2652b62ac94d27b7cbdd505554f6c628-19.html#unique-entry-id-19http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/2652b62ac94d27b7cbdd505554f6c628-19.html#unique-entry-id-19
Presenter: Sylvia Martinez

This session will present research that counters the idea that “not enough professional
development” is the cause of technology not being used in the classroom. For many teachers,
they only receive technology professional development outside the classroom, and it never
crosses the doorstep into the classroom. This session will explore two models of professional
development that cross that barrier: classroom embedded professional development and
student-led professional development.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08e03Where Teachers Learn, Where Teachers Teach Presenter: Sylvia Martinez This session will present research that counters the idea that “not enough professional development” is the cause of technology not being used in the classroom. For many teachers, they only receive technology professional development outside the classroom, and it never crosses the doorstep into the classroom. This session will explore two models of professional development that cross that barrier: classroom embedded professional development and student-led professional development.Developing Digital Learning Spaces: From Vision to RealityNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T10:59:45-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/34be863dc12f50b2718993cd76aa49d0-18.html#unique-entry-id-18http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/34be863dc12f50b2718993cd76aa49d0-18.html#unique-entry-id-18
Presenter: David Jakes

Connective technologies have educators excited with their potential. This session explores the
implementation of a multi-dimensional digital space for teaching and learning. We'll examine
the intersection and interaction of three components: a course space, a student-content
creation space, and a knowledge commons that supports both, and how all three directly
support the development of learning literacies. Note: This session is a bring your own laptop
session.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08d08Developing Digital Learning Spaces: From Vision to Reality Presenter: David Jakes Connective technologies have educators excited with their potential. This session explores the implementation of a multi-dimensional digital space for teaching and learning. We'll examine the intersection and interaction of three components: a course space, a student-content creation space, and a knowledge commons that supports both, and how all three directly support the development of learning literacies. Note: This session is a bring your own laptop session.10 Standards-Based Formative Feedback Techniques For Your ClassroomNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T10:48:42-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/9880bb6bcf1bf0c348449e12bb8a2ce7-17.html#unique-entry-id-17http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/9880bb6bcf1bf0c348449e12bb8a2ce7-17.html#unique-entry-id-17
Presenter: Harry Tuttle

Learn ten different techniques to give standards-based formative feedback in your classroom for
greater student achievement in the standards. The techniques are easy to create and to use
they directly move the students forward in their learning.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08d0710 Standards-Based Formative Feedback Techniques For Your Classroom Presenter: Harry Tuttle Learn ten different techniques to give standards-based formative feedback in your classroom for greater student achievement in the standards. The techniques are easy to create and to use they directly move the students forward in their learning.Get a Voice in ESOL with PodcastingNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T10:42:29-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/a961b574f9d28f93b2b2159b4d15d6ec-16.html#unique-entry-id-16http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/a961b574f9d28f93b2b2159b4d15d6ec-16.html#unique-entry-id-16
Presenter: Liza Steffen & Randall Schenk

Give your ESOL students a reason to speak, a way to share their life experiences and dreams
and watch them take off. Do you want your students to practice their speech 38 times? At
Rochester Monroe High School we found that students are willing to practice numerous times in
order to make a podcast and be published at the ESOL website.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08d03Get a Voice in ESOL with Podcasting Presenter: Liza Steffen & Randall Schenk Give your ESOL students a reason to speak, a way to share their life experiences and dreams and watch them take off. Do you want your students to practice their speech 38 times? At Rochester Monroe High School we found that students are willing to practice numerous times in order to make a podcast and be published at the ESOL website.Creating eLearning Curriculum Using Adobe SolutionNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-24T10:25:42-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/4e4fa1f5bd9930a8213a184d000649a4-15.html#unique-entry-id-15http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/4e4fa1f5bd9930a8213a184d000649a4-15.html#unique-entry-id-15
Presenter: Bob Long

Acrobat Connect Pro introduces capabilities for creating and deploying rich online
communications — including blended eLearning curriculum management for real-time and
self-paced training, plus a wider range of quiz types. Adobe Presenter software and the Acrobat
Connect Pro Training and Acrobat Connect Pro Events modules enable educators and schools to
extend the benefits of Acrobat Connect Pro and enhance their learning management systems
(LMSs)

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08d02Creating eLearning Curriculum Using Adobe Solution Presenter: Bob Long Acrobat Connect Pro introduces capabilities for creating and deploying rich online communications — including blended eLearning curriculum management for real-time and self-paced training, plus a wider range of quiz types. Adobe Presenter software and the Acrobat Connect Pro Training and Acrobat Connect Pro Events modules enable educators and schools to extend the benefits of Acrobat Connect Pro and enhance their learning management systems (LMSs)Effective and Engaging SMART Board Techniques NYSCATE 2008Session A2008-11-23T16:47:42-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/62ede01d2569b634390eba9a87b0e5c6-5.html#unique-entry-id-5http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/62ede01d2569b634390eba9a87b0e5c6-5.html#unique-entry-id-5
Presenter: David Kowalski & Bill Arcuri

The SmartBoard is a wonderful tool to use with your students — great for whole group, guided
practice, and independent practice exercises. In this session, we will look at the basic
SmartBoard tools, introduce the Smart Notebook software, and share with you our Top Ten
Interactive SmartBoard Lessons. The lessons will get you out of your seat to experience first
hand our Greatest Hits" from actual classroom use of the SmartBoard technology in Webster
schools."

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08a04Effective and Engaging SMART Board Techniques Presenter: David Kowalski & Bill Arcuri The SmartBoard is a wonderful tool to use with your students — great for whole group, guided practice, and independent practice exercises. In this session, we will look at the basic SmartBoard tools, introduce the Smart Notebook software, and share with you our Top Ten Interactive SmartBoard Lessons. The lessons will get you out of your seat to experience first hand our Greatest Hits" from actual classroom use of the SmartBoard technology in Webster schools."Creating a SMART Learning CommunityNYSCATE 2008Session C2008-11-23T11:46:22-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/8806786020a2d45d04bc0622369ac199-4.html#unique-entry-id-4http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/8806786020a2d45d04bc0622369ac199-4.html#unique-entry-id-4
Presenter: Cathleen Chamberlain & Mary Beth Fierro

Participants in this session will learn how effective instructional strategies are enhanced with the
use of SMART Boards, the SMART Senteo Interactive Response Systems, the SMART Airliner
Wireless Slate, the StudyZone, Interactive Educational Games and SMART Software. Discover
how this K - 12 initiative has yielded impressive results in engaging students , enhancing
academic performance and exciting an entire community! The presenters will actively engage
participants as they demonstrate the SMART Board and related technologies as an effective
instructional too.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08, nyscate08c06Creating a SMART Learning Community - (Tags: nyscate08c06, nyscate08) Presenter: Cathleen Chamberlain & Mary Beth Fierro Participants in this session will learn how effective instructional strategies are enhanced with the use of SMART Boards, the SMART Senteo Interactive Response Systems, the SMART Airliner Wireless Slate, the StudyZone, Interactive Educational Games and SMART Software. Discover how this K - 12 initiative has yielded impressive results in engaging students , enhancing academic performance and exciting an entire community! The presenters will actively engage participants as they demonstrate the SMART Board and related technologies as an effective instructional too.Leaving Digital Footprints that CountNYSCATE 2008Session B2008-11-23T11:23:18-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/01123f47d3de8fe19983ccc9aefce974-3.html#unique-entry-id-3http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/01123f47d3de8fe19983ccc9aefce974-3.html#unique-entry-id-3
Presenter: Stephen Ransom

In this highly digital and connected world, one's digital footprint is expected or required in many
instances, and is monitored in others. Educators must assist students in creating positive and
powerful digital footprints that work to their advantage, not simply ensure that such footprints
are sanitized or nonexistent altogether.

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]]>NYSCATESession B, video, nyscate12b08Leaving Digital Footprints that Count Presenter: Stephen Ransom In this highly digital and connected world, one's digital footprint is expected or required in many instances, and is monitored in others. Educators must assist students in creating positive and powerful digital footprints that work to their advantage, not simply ensure that such footprints are sanitized or nonexistent altogether.Building Students' Vocabulary Using TechnologyNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T10:17:21-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/56308aba4268604e4ca5430bb90bbf2f-14.html#unique-entry-id-14http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/56308aba4268604e4ca5430bb90bbf2f-14.html#unique-entry-id-14
Presenter: David Mileham

Based on research conducted by Robert Marzano, this workshop will focus on building the
vocabulary of students using technology. Teachers will be exposed to technology resources and
methods used to develop deep understandings of vocabulary terms used in content areas.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c04Building Students' Vocabulary Using Technology Presenter: David Mileham Based on research conducted by Robert Marzano, this workshop will focus on building the vocabulary of students using technology. Teachers will be exposed to technology resources and methods used to develop deep understandings of vocabulary terms used in content areas.AccelerateU: Student Online Courses NYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T10:13:19-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/ce90c0a2ebdbf756ea8ddf32f2d16cab-13.html#unique-entry-id-13http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/ce90c0a2ebdbf756ea8ddf32f2d16cab-13.html#unique-entry-id-13
Presenter: Michele Messenger

AccelerateU is a New York State Student Online Course system, offering many High School and
some Middle School courses. Courses range from core, to elective to Advanced Placement.
Taught by NYS teachers and aligned to NYS standards, these courses can be used for credit
recovery, scheduling conflicts or accelerated study.
Building Students' Vocabulary Using Technology

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c03AccelerateU: Student Online Courses Presenter: Michele Messenger AccelerateU is a New York State Student Online Course system, offering many High School and some Middle School courses. Courses range from core, to elective to Advanced Placement. Taught by NYS teachers and aligned to NYS standards, these courses can be used for credit recovery, scheduling conflicts or accelerated study. Building Students' Vocabulary Using TechnologyNavigating Wireless Communication in the Classroom with TI Navigator NYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T10:09:00-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/e4cd4612932006834de6aa03075cd060-12.html#unique-entry-id-12http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/e4cd4612932006834de6aa03075cd060-12.html#unique-entry-id-12
Presenter: Lisa Blank

Come learn about the newest TI-Navigator system. Create a powerful connection between
students and educator by wirelessly networking each student’s graphing calculator to the
classroom computer. Track the progress of individual students or a class in real time. Use
instant feedback to create a dynamic learning environment proven by research to increase
student success. This is a powerful tool for use in all academic disciplines.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08c02Navigating Wireless Communication in the Classroom with TI Navigator Presenter: Lisa Blank Come learn about the newest TI-Navigator system. Create a powerful connection between students and educator by wirelessly networking each student’s graphing calculator to the classroom computer. Track the progress of individual students or a class in real time. Use instant feedback to create a dynamic learning environment proven by research to increase student success. This is a powerful tool for use in all academic disciplines.Engaging Elementary Learners Without Breaking the BankNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T10:05:34-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/ba7db7c7721bb65e5478dc8a183ca45e-11.html#unique-entry-id-11http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/ba7db7c7721bb65e5478dc8a183ca45e-11.html#unique-entry-id-11
Presenter: Bill Arcuri & Dave Kowalski

Do you have computers, but no budget for software? Don't fret. We'll show you dozens of free,
interactive and engaging websites perfect for use with elementary learners. Explore along with
us as we discuss classroom-tested activities using free web-based tools, resources and lesson
plans. We'll also discuss tips for successful implementation of activities.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08b04Engaging Elementary Learners Without Breaking the Bank Presenter: Bill Arcuri & Dave Kowalski Do you have computers, but no budget for software? Don't fret. We'll show you dozens of free, interactive and engaging websites perfect for use with elementary learners. Explore along with us as we discuss classroom-tested activities using free web-based tools, resources and lesson plans. We'll also discuss tips for successful implementation of activities.DataMentor: Using Data to Inform InstructionNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T10:01:59-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/510022dd58c1970972796e4ec9aaf1e2-10.html#unique-entry-id-10http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/510022dd58c1970972796e4ec9aaf1e2-10.html#unique-entry-id-10
Presenter: Staci Autovino-Kemp

This session will provide an Overview of Datamentor. Datamentor is the friendly front door to
assessment data and solutions for classroom level teachers. Datamentor compares assessment
results from your individual school district versus your local BOCES aggregate results in order to
locate the gaps that exist in your district.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08b03This session will provide an Overview of Datamentor. Datamentor is the friendly front door to assessment data and solutions for classroom level teachers. Datamentor compares assessment results from your individual school district versus your local BOCES aggregate results in order to locate the gaps that exist in your district.NYSSTL –Technology Leadership for the 21st Century NYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T09:58:14-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/5559aacee0b952f33a03f0b4bd75d125-9.html#unique-entry-id-9http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/5559aacee0b952f33a03f0b4bd75d125-9.html#unique-entry-id-9
Presenter: Dr. Lorraine Hohenforst & Stacy Ward

Learn how the HFM and WSWHE BOCES have created the New York State Student Technology
Leaders (NYSSTL) Club in 30 middle schools. Students help their teachers learn to use
technology and their classmates prove their tech literacy, creating a community of 21st century
learning in our schools.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08b02NYSSTL –Technology Leadership for the 21st Century Presenter: Dr. Lorraine Hohenforst & Stacy Ward Learn how the HFM and WSWHE BOCES have created the New York State Student Technology Leaders (NYSSTL) Club in 30 middle schools. Students help their teachers learn to use technology and their classmates prove their tech literacy, creating a community of 21st century learning in our schools.Using Your BeanNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T09:55:03-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/56f94a76a4ebf6aa2cc228efa454ab4d-8.html#unique-entry-id-8http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/56f94a76a4ebf6aa2cc228efa454ab4d-8.html#unique-entry-id-8
Presenter: Brian Blaszak & Donna Frymire

This session will showcase the basics of how to utilize your Bean which you received as part of
NYSCATE this year. Discussions of classroom use, how to share and the basics of use will all be
presented.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08a05Using Your Bean Presenter: Brian Blaszak & Donna Frymire This session will showcase the basics of how to utilize your Bean which you received as part of NYSCATE this year. Discussions of classroom use, how to share and the basics of use will all be presented.Integrating Macs into Your District NYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T09:52:26-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/cadf91595c92c3d9f53db60b390f5d7e-7.html#unique-entry-id-7http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/cadf91595c92c3d9f53db60b390f5d7e-7.html#unique-entry-id-7
Presenter: David Henderson

Macintosh computers have become an increasingly popular choice to purchase. This
presentation will cover particulars on how to incorporate Macs into your environment.
Integration with Active Directory, eDirectory, print servers, and desktop control will be
discussed.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08a03Integrating Macs into Your District Presenter: David Henderson Macintosh computers have become an increasingly popular choice to purchase. This presentation will cover particulars on how to incorporate Macs into your environment. Integration with Active Directory, eDirectory, print servers, and desktop control will be discussed.Rubber to the Road: Making Technology Integration WorkNYSCATE 2008Audio2008-11-23T09:47:19-05:00http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/c7e856e7f011c00dd032a11ca718b7ef-6.html#unique-entry-id-6http://www.nyscate.org/podcasts/NYSCATE2008/page10/page11/files/c7e856e7f011c00dd032a11ca718b7ef-6.html#unique-entry-id-6
Presenter: Michael Virgil & Philip Sheridan

This workshop will describe how to provide high end technology resources and staff
development to enhance instruction. A particular emphasis will be placed on the use of
technology to support district curriculum goals and the New York State Learning Standards.
Participants will be provided with information regarding the management of funds, purchase of
equipment and utilization of personnel to support technology. In addition, sample lesson plans,
best practices in technology, lists of software, and demonstration of software and hardware will
be provided.

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]]>NYSCATEnyscate08a02Rubber to the Road: Making Technology Integration Work Presenter: Michael Virgil & Philip Sheridan This workshop will describe how to provide high end technology resources and staff development to enhance instruction. A particular emphasis will be placed on the use of technology to support district curriculum goals and the New York State Learning Standards. Participants will be provided with information regarding the management of funds, purchase of equipment and utilization of personnel to support technology. In addition, sample lesson plans, best practices in technology, lists of software, and demonstration of software and hardware will be provided.