Upcoming Webinars:
Best Practices: Wireless LAN for 21st Century Schools
Wednesday, February 24 | 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST
K-12s everywhere are turning to wireless LANs to enable their 21st century education curriculum, however, they have questions on what are the best approaches, what are all the considerations and what should schools be planning for as they map out their technology strategies that will unleash classroom limits and position the school for unplanned future educational applications. Join us as we cover best practices for using wireless LANs as an instructional technology, and how one district implemented wireless LAN in their schools. Plus, we'll hear from one school as they transitioned from a legacy WiFi to the new 802.11n standard, providing classroom coverage and addressing dense student usage with laptop carts.
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View the following archived webinars:
Forensics: Identifying, Investigating, and Prosecuting Online Misconduct in Your District
Tuesday, January 26 | 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST
This
webinar will discuss how to create acceptable use policies that deter
inappropriate behavior; how to use network activity reports to identify
suspicious behavior; and how to collect the evidence necessary to
suspend, terminate, or even prosecute violators. You will learn the
steps you can take to conduct a forensic investigation to review
network history, to examine a user's
district-owned computer, and to gather non-computer related information such as school surveillance video.
Engaging Students in Video Production and Movie Making in the Classroom
Wednesday, December 9 | 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST
Visual,
interactive learning gets results. Students today have become
accustomed to using technology in every facet of their lives and this
drastic lifestyle change has affected the way students learn. Today’s
students know how to use digital tools to get information, solve
problems and communicate. Discover how you can empower greater
learning and collaboration for your school and learn how to deliver
engaging and stimulating whole-class teaching across the curriculum
with interactive digital solutions.
Desktop Virtualization for Education: Increasing Access While Reducing costs
Thursday, November 12 | 10 am PST / 1 pm EST
See
how Campbell Union High School District, serving more than 7,600
students and over 650 employees across seven campuses, simplified
desktop management with desktop virtualization technologies from
Citrix. Hear first-hand from your peer on how to increase access while
simplifying desktop management and reducing costs.
Take the IT Challenge: Managing K-12 systems with small budgets and few resources
Wednesday, October 21 | 11 am PST / 2 pm EST
Every
year, the demands on school, district, and regional IT departments
grow. Yet budgets and resources shrink. The challenge is how to do more
with less. There are effective strategies to help IT directors deliver
services efficiently and cost-effectively across multiple locations.
Netbooks in K-12: Thinking Big by Thinking Small
Thursday, October 15 | 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST
In
today's challenging economy, school districts must do more with less.
Some have found success with new technologies that allow them to
address student needs at a lower cost than ever before. The secret is
in thinking big – planning to equip low-income students with the
technology they need – and thinking small – purchasing netbooks. Hear
how a CTO and superintendent have created successful one-to-one
programs that address their districts' goals, challenges, and needs and
are cost effective at the same time.
21st Century Skills: What Do They Look Like?
Thursday, October 8 | 10 am PST / 1 pm EST
Wondering
exactly what 21st Century Skills are all about? Trying to determine
what steps to take to begin bringing 21st Century Skills into classroom
projects? Join this presentation and discussion around 21st Century
Skills concepts, examples, and real world advice on how to bring them
into the classroom.
Solving Network Infrastructure Challenges
Tuesday, September 29 | 9 am PST / 12 pm EST
Scaling
a telecommunications infrastructure to meet growth is a challenge for
small and large districts, state networks, and regional service
providers. The Utah Education Network (UEN) provides wide area
networking, Web, data, and video, Internet firewalls and other services
to schools, colleges, and other sites throughout the state. As the
numbers of users grew, the tasks became more complex. UEN needed a
comprehensive solution.
From Campus to Classrooms: Cost-Effective Digital Solutions for the 21st Century School
Tuesday, September 22 | 11 am PST / 2 pm EST
This webinar will detail the latest trends in technology for the education
market and how your school—no matter its size, budget or technical know-how—can
take advantage of the current stimulus to fund a digital makeover in and out of
its classrooms. Many initial concerns arise when considering such a transition,
and this webinar will identify and address those qualifying questions. After
participating, you will have the necessary tools to move forward with creating a
cost-effective digital solution for your school.
Follow the Money: Making Sense of the Stimulus and EdTech
Wednesday, July 15 | 1 pm PST / 4 pm ESTTech & Learning's award-winning editorial team brings you a webinar hot on the heels of its special three-part series
"Follow the Money."
Hear from industry experts and ed tech leaders as we discuss and
dissect the fine print of President Obama's federal stimulus plan and
what it means for education technology in America's classrooms. Plus,
find out how you can get your hands on some of the money,
implementation strategies, and get inspired by projects already in the
works.
Tuesday May 19, 2009 | 1 pm PST/4 pm ESTThe
goal of the Obama administration is to put money to work creating
change. The stimulus package was designed to make a difference in
student learning, achievement, and prospects for the future. The
funding is provided now to use for programs with long-term impact.
Other funds are available too.
What’s important is knowing how
to make sure that your district is among those who get the funds to
improve the schools and make a difference for students.
Tuesday April 28, 2009 | 1 pm PST/4 pm ESTEducation
leaders from three pioneering one-to-one districts will address the
curriculum breakthroughs that a technology-rich environment has made
possible. How does ongoing, 24/7 access to computer technology change
the ways in which students learn and teachers teach? Come learn more
about what – and how – students are learning and accomplishing in these
one-to-one schools.
Thursday April 23, 2009 | 1 pm PST/4 pm ESTAs
Internet-enhanced learning becomes more powerful and widespread,
districts worry more about security. Mitigating the risks of malware,
spam, social networking sites, anonymous proxies, IM and P2P requires a
powerful array of security tools that protect all forms of
Internet-based communication streams. In addition, districts must
consider data privacy and operational policies.
Tuesday March 31, 2009 | 10 am PST/1 pm EST
Today’s students have grown up with digital technologies at their fingertips. For this generation, using Web 2.0 tools at school can make learning an active rather than passive medium, which enriches the learning process. With Web 2.0 technologies students can collaborate with others, create projects, communicate the results to a real audience, and receive valuable feedback. Web 2.0 tools can enhance teaching opportunities and better equip students with the 21st-century skills necessary for their future.
Attend this informative webinar to hear an expert's analysis of the advantages and dangers of Web 2.0, find out the results of this national survey, discover innovative strategies for balancing learning and safety, and hear a real-world story of how one district has effectively implemented Web 2.0 tools in the classroom.
Wednesday March 18, 2009, 1 pm PST/4 pm EST
If your school district is investing in student laptops, this webinar will help you solve the most critical security and accountability challenges. Laptop theft is rampant in schools. Keeping inventory is nearly impossible when laptops are on the move. In this free webinar, Klein ISD’s Chief Technology Officer will explain how she faced these challenges and why she believes a laptop tracking solution is a must-have for any 1:1 computing program.
With 37 schools and a growth rate of 16% per year, Klein decided to equip over 6,000 students with tablet PCs protected by Computrace from Absolute Software. Using the tamper-resistant tracking technology, Klein ISD has saved countless dollars preventing theft and managing its PC inventory across several schools.
Learn how one of America’s leading school districts:
- Instantly inventories all of their tablet PCs whether at school or elsewhere
- Tracks and recovers stolen computers
- Detects unauthorized software and student hardware tampering
- Effectively plans for new computer and software license purchases
One-to-One Computing: Data, Metrics and ResultsNovember 18, 2008, 1 pm PST / 4 pm EST
What are we learning from the schools and districts all over this country that have invested in one-to-one computing programs? Who else is planning to join them and what results are they hoping to see? How does one track the effectiveness of a technology-rich program and build in metrics that allow school leaders to modify and improve upon it? These are the sorts of questions that will be addressed in this practical and important webinar. Our presenters represent three different perspectives—local, state and national—and you won't want to miss what they have to say. Whether you're already involved in one-to-one computing or hoping to learn from those who are, this webinar is for you.
Making Classroom Movies: How to integrate digital video into everyday curriculum
November 12, 2008 1 p.m. West Coast/ 4 p.m. East Coast
21st-century students demand 21st-century technologies for the classroom. Educators who can use camcorders and video production as part of their everyday curriculum will capture their attention in any number of ways: by engaging students in learning with positive and fresh ways to learn; Increasing student collaboration and problem solving skills; And introducing exposure to media literacy ideas. Join Tech&Learning and Sony to see and hear how teachers across the country are using video to increase visual literacy, critical thinking and problem solving.
Safety, Security and Online Learning
October 1, 2008 1 p.m. West Coast/ 4 p.m. East Coast
Technology is often just the first line of defense. Every technology program should have the means to filter content and meet CIPA requirements. However, basic technology can become ineffective unless staff and IT managers learn more about students' online activities and behavior.
August 27, 2008 1 p.m. West Coast/ 4 p.m. East Coast
Hear from a teacher how integrating interactive whiteboards with Aha!Math, an effective, online supplemental math curriculum, can engage and motivate students, and change the way they perceive themselves – from "I'm no good at math" to "I can do this!" See how its multiple models for teaching critical math concepts makes Aha!Math a great resource for teachers, and can support your district to make more effective use of the technology in your classrooms and computer labs.
Technology Challenge: Too Much Stuff to Manage, Not Enough Staff
Thursday May 15, 2008 at 1:00 PM PDT / 4:00 PM EDT
Sponsored by SchoolDude.com
Technology departments in education are faced with many challenges. A recent survey and research report conducted for education focused on issues and trends among K-12 IT leaders. In this webinar, IT directors from two school districts will talk about data-driven decision making and achieving productivity and efficiency in their IT operations. They will discuss how they combat the growing trend of 'too much IT stuff and not enough IT staff.'
Attend this free seminar to learn about:
- Top issues associated with managing information technology in schools
- Staffing levels in various size districts
- Peer views on topics such as security, integration and budgeting
- Mega-trend information on issues such as SIF, On-Demand software, NCLB affects on technology strategy and other hot topics.
If you attend, you will receive a copy of:
- The survey research report
- A white paper from the Software and Information Industry Association (SiiA) entitled Software-as-a-Service: A Comprehensive Look at the Total Cost of Ownership of Software Applications.
Web 2.0: Making it Easy to Use New Tools
Monday April 28, 2008 at 1:00 PM PDT / 4:00 PM EDT
Sponsored by Atomic Learning
The buzz is all about Web 2.0 and how these new tools can make a difference in teaching and learning. With the tools becoming essential in classrooms, integrating them effectively can be a challenge. Attend this webinar to find out what the tools are all about, get an easy way to learn to use them and see how to help teachers and students use them effectively. Plus you'll hear about an amazing project that relies on these tools.
Special Offer: Attend this webinar and receive a 3-month free trial subscription to Atomic Learning so you too can learn to use the tools effectively.
Next-Generation Wi-Fi: Unwiring the 21st Century School
Wireless Lessons Learned at Allegany County Public Schools and Oregon Episcopal School
April 15, 2008 at 10:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time
Sponsored by Meru Networks
Across the nation, classroom modernization initiatives such as laptop cart programs, one-to-one computing, and video learning are putting greater demands on school Wi-Fi networks.
But building a wireless network that effectively supports 21st Century learning initiatives doesn't have to be a complex and costly exercise. Hear and learn from education technology leaders that have successfully deployed a wireless network to meet the growing demand for high-performing, reliable mobility.
Whether your school is a novice wireless organization or an early adopter with years of experience, this one-hour discussion will provide the knowledge you need to deploy a high-performance Wi-Fi network with a sensible and cost-effective path to 802.11n.
One-to-one Planning and Logistics: How-To Tips from the Experts
Thursday Feburary 28th, 2008 at 1:00 PM PST / 4:00 PM EST
Sponsored by Intel
Are you considering launching a laptop program or other one-to-one technology initiative in the near future? Already there but wondering how others are handling those tricky logistical questions? This practical webinar presentation, delivered by experienced practitioners in two pioneering one-to-one districts, will offer how-to advice (and answer your questions) on everything from charging laptop batteries to involving families and community members. Join teams from Auburn, Alabama, and Irving, Texas, to learn how to make your one-to-one program a success.
Ending the Headaches of Textbook Management
Are you challenged with managing your district's textbooks? Are you losing money each year because of over-ordering, inventory discrepancies and missing books? You're not alone.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at 1:00 PM PDT / 4:00 PM EDT
Sponsored by Follett Software Company
Listen to two district leaders explain how they've met their textbook management challenges head-on with help from a comprehensive web-based tracking and management tool. You will discover how easy it was to improve their textbook management process, increase accountability for textbook resources, and reduce costs and redirect budget dollars to other district initiatives. You can help ensure that your students have the textbooks they need to meet learning goals by using the best practices shared in this webinar.
Differentiated Instruction for 21st Century Learning
How can you meet the unique learning needs of every student and teach the skills they need for success in the 21st century?
Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at 4:00 EDT/ 1:00 Pacific
Sponsored by netTrekker
Every day, educators face classrooms filled with students who have unique learning styles and needs — ranging from ELL/ESL, special needs, reading above or below grade level and more. In addition, educators are also expected to prepare these same students for success in today's competitive global environment while teaching to state standards and core curriculum. It's a lot to juggle. In this session, Margie Johnson, Instructional Technology Specialist for Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, and Dee Jae Arnett, Library Media Teacher from Sacramento City USD, will share their tips and strategies for successfully using online resources and instructional tools to differentiate instruction and to integrate 21st century skills development into teaching and learning.
Connecting Listening & Learning
New research-based technology combined with effective teaching strategies dramatically improve test scores.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at 4:00 EDT/ 1:00 Pacific
Sponsored by LightSPEED
An innovative, research-based technology evenly distributes sound and voice throughout the classroom and improves speech clarity and intelligibility. When combined with effective teaching strategies, classroom amplification technology (CAT) has been proven to dramatically increase student performance. In this brief, informative web seminar, you'll learn why school principals, teachers, superintendents and speech/language experts are embracing this simple, sound-solution for its direct benefits on student learning. Sign up now for this free web seminar and learn how one district piloted CAT systems and measured increases of 20-30 points in reading and language comprehension.
PD for Technology Integration
What are the most effective professional development approaches for 1:1 computing and other technology-intensive environments?
Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 1:00 PM PDT / 4:00 PM EDT
Sponsored by Intel
Whether you've already launched a one-to-one program, are planning for one in the future, or are simply seeking ways of bringing all staff members on board with your technology program, this webinar is for you. How do you differentiate your professional development offerings so they meet the needs of educators at a wide range of levels? How do you move beyond PD that focuses on the technology itself and replace it with seamless and ongoing training and support for technology integration? How do you engage those who are afraid of technology and weary of change? Two experienced one-to-one leaders (one talking from a district-level and the other from a state-level perspective) will explain how they do it and answer your questions.
5 Steps to Integrating New Classroom Technology
Learn how new instructional technologies can improve student achievement
Thursday, May 10, 2007 at 4:00 EST
Sponsored by LightSPEED
In today's technology-driven classrooms, the importance of improving audio clarity is often overlooked. This web seminar focuses on the use of classroom amplification technology (CAT) as the basis for integrating other components, such as computers, TV, CD/DVD, streaming video, and more. Currently used in thousands of classrooms, CAT distributes sound evenly and improves speech intelligibility for instruction. Studies show CAT also reduces teacher fatigue, raises test scores, and improves overall student achievement.
Professional Development Through Just-in-Time Learning
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 4:00 EST
Sponsored by Atomic Learning
There are many challenges schools face when developing effective Professional Development programs — lack of time, high cost and limited follow-up resources, to name only a few. This Webinar will illustrate the Professional Development strategies of two districts that both culminate with the same approach — just in time learning. Just-in-time learning provides a cost effective, time saving resource to address technology training and support, which is available the moment it is needed. When learners (teachers and students) can get the instruction they need when they need it and can repeat it as often as they want, they learn — and remember. You will discover how Okaloosa County School Districts and Ector County ISD each implemented their just-in-time learning programs to enhance Professional Development. In addition, you will hear how this type of program can bring the added benefit of providing students and parents with a resource to increase their technology proficiency.
Early Reading Success
Proven results with classroom amplification technology
Tuesday, February 13, 2007 - 4:00 EST / 1:00 PST
Sponsored by LightSPEED
In this valuable seminar, you'll learn how some Florida schools implemented classroom amplification technology and significantly improved early reading success. Find out how at-risk children are able to improve early reading skills to a higher degree than their peers in unamplified classrooms. Research findings will be presented that show gains in DIBELS scores, as well. Learn how this affordable, easy to use technology improves early reading success and overall academic performance for all students, without changes to curriculum or teaching style.
Every Child is Listening: Proven Steps to Increase Student Attention and Classroom Learning
Wednesday, November 15, 2006 - 1pm PST
Sponsored by LightSPEED
Learn from educators who are using classroom amplification to significantly increase listening, learning, and student achievement. Ambient noise, seating arrangement, and other distractions prevent many students from hearing the teacher. Thousands of schools nationwide have adopted this affordable technology to address these issues. Research has proven that this easy-to-use tool dramatically impacts child learning and teacher effectiveness — without changing curriculum or teaching style.
21st Century Schools: Practical Strategies for Implementing Technology
Wednesday, May 31, 2006 - 4:00 EDT
Sponsored by Gateway
Successfully implementing technology into today's schools means evaluating student, educator, and classroom needs and how best to address them. It involves assessing current infrastructure, determining future technologies and evaluating the professional development, technical and instructional support that will guarantee that the system is both effective and cost effective.
Some districts have figured out the strategies that will work for them and where to get help in making the best decisions. This Webinar will provide information on how to begin the planning process and take an inside look at two districts that have effective solutions in place. Find out how they successfully and cost-effectively implemented technology, enhanced the teaching environment and increased student engagement.
Making the Most of Your Technology Investment with Wireless
 | March 29, 2006, 4:00pm EDT
Sponsored by CDW-G and Proxim
School districts today must provide the latest technology as well as a rapid return on investment. Some are choosing wireless networking as a solution. Is it right for your district?
Wireless can be used to expand educational productivity and building-to-building connectivity, and it also yields significant savings over the cost of standard wire lines. Attend this Webinar sponsored by CDW-G and Proxim to examine the value proposition of wireless technology for school districts. You’ll hear an industry expert talk about the total cost of ownership and value, and you’ll find out in detail about one district where wireless is the right solution for their educational, administrative, and financial goals. |
The Tipping Point in K-12 Education:
One-to-One Computing, Electronic Textbooks, and New Tools for Learning
October 25, 2005, 4:00 EST
Sponsored by Gateway
Realizing the promise of educational technology takes having a vision, implementing appropriate resources, and using the right tools. This Webinar presents the vision of one-to-one computing, a district’s implementation, and a review of tools to make it work. Tune in to this Technology & Learning webinar sponsored by Gateway to learn more about the vision for K-12 learning in the future, the Barbers Hill school district’s implementation of one-to-one computing and electronic textbooks, and information about tools that make a difference.
Secure Wireless
| March 30, 2005, 4:00 EST
Sponsored by CDW-G and Proxim
Districts everywhere recognize that in implementing wireless access to online content, student data, and other information to administrators, teachers, parents, and students, districts also acquire inherent risks to security and privacy. Find out the practical and policy issues you need to know to secure your wireless network. You'll hear from a leading expert and from district staff who have been there, done that, and can tell you their stories for both Wireless LAN (indoor) and Wireless WAN (outdoor) installations. |
Networked Learning Communities
 | Sponsored by CDW-G and Cisco
The motto of the Coffeyville, Kansas school district is "Preparing all students for life through a quality education." This district is committed to relying on technology to achieve its goals. It employs a well-researched combination of technologies for its network and, and as a result, has increased learning opportunities and streamlined administrative services. Tune into this webinar to learn what they did, how they did it, and what the impact is. You'll learn what technologies you need to improve learning in your district, how you can decide what to do, why this system is cost effective, and what the benefits for student learning and administrative and reporting tasks are. |
Mobility: Producing Smart Students and Smart Budgets
 | Sponsored by Gateway
Charged with improving achievement and preparing students with 21st century skills, districts search for the best approach. As some districts are learning, mobility provides the tools to help students learn anytime and anywhere. Yet with reduced funding, many districts struggle to find cost-effective solutions to increasing student access to technology. Again, mobility is the key to managing the total cost of technology ownership. How does it work? Tune in to this Technology & Learning webinar sponsored by Gateway to hear how two districts solved their student achievement and budget constraint issues with wireless, mobile computing. |
Computing Access: The Key to Student Achievement and Cost-Effective Management
 | Sponsored by Citrix and Wyse
School districts today face the competing mandates to do more and spend less. Some districts thrive in such an environment because they've found the right solutions to balance all of their needs. This webinar focuses on two major needs that all districts share: addressing NCLB requirements for achievement and accountability and using cost-effective management strategies. We begin with the premise that access is the key to achieving both. Review this webinar archive to learn how two districts achieve both. |