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Saturday, November 2
 

9:40am PDT

I Do, WeDo, You Do: Integrating a K-5 CS Progression
This session will take a look at the K-5 CS progressions implemented at America's first computer science elementary school. Promoting a 21st Century Curriculum and supporting skills students will need for the world of work, participants will gain ideas for how to create an integrated CS curriculum.

Speakers
avatar for Taylor Cotton

Taylor Cotton

Teacher, Cajon Valley Union School District
Taylor Cotton is a 5th grade teacher at America's First Computer Science Elementary School in Cajon Valley. As a passionate educator, Taylor consistently strives to create innovative and engaging activities for his students.


Saturday November 2, 2019 9:40am - 10:30am PDT
M10

9:40am PDT

CS Made Practical - Simple Box Projects Illustrate Everyday Physical Computing
The world is now filled with computationally-enabled devices, from traffic lights and thermostats to automatic door openers and self-driving cars. See how students can get a first-hand understanding of the everyday "smart" objects in their world and make computer science more relevant and less abstract.

Speakers
avatar for Matthew Evans

Matthew Evans

Director of Technology Integration, MakerBit
Matthew Evans, M.Ed with a focus on Educational Technology, authorized Google Education Trainer, is an experienced educator, currently teaching prospective educators how to integrate technology in their curriculum at the University of San Diego. He has served as an Educational Technology... Read More →
avatar for Roger Wagner

Roger Wagner

Inventor, MakerBit-HyperDuino
Roger Wagner is a former math & science teacher, creator of HyperStudio, and most recently, the creator of the MakerBit & HyperDuino, which have pioneered new ways of interconnecting digital media and physical student-made projects.As an educator and educational technology innovator... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2019 9:40am - 11:30am PDT
E5

9:40am PDT

Design Thinking Through the Lens of UDL
Universal design for learning (UDL) is a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights into how humans learn. We will focus on the why, what and how of learning using the stages of design thinking to create inclusive settings.

Speakers
avatar for Kelly Gilbert

Kelly Gilbert

Educational Services Coordinator, Lakeside Union School District
avatar for Dahlia Rinck

Dahlia Rinck

English Teacher, Lakeside Union School District


Saturday November 2, 2019 9:40am - 11:30am PDT
SS4

9:40am PDT

Develop, Explore, Experience: Virtual Reality for All Students
In this workshop, creators will dive into storytelling, modeling and designing to build a virtual reality experience. Get ready to rethink traditional artistic techniques for students in any content area by transforming the learning process and empowering them to represent their identities in a new media.

Speakers
avatar for Alicia Johal

Alicia Johal

Associate Dean of Academics, San Diego Jewish Academy
Alicia Johal is in her 12th year as an educator in San Diego, with experience working in public, charter, private and after school school programs. She has taught middle and high school science, engineering and robotics and has also served as a science curriculum specialist, district... Read More →
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Elizabeth Nebo

San Diego Jewish Academy


Saturday November 2, 2019 9:40am - 11:30am PDT
SS2

9:40am PDT

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and ocean conservation
WILDCOAST has developed a Marine Protected Area (MPA) Education and Outreach toolkit for San Diego County. The "MPA Toolkit" contains NGSS aligned lesson plans and activities. WILDCOAST staff will be onsite to present the MPA Toolkits, train educators in their use, and answer questions.

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Cory Pukini

WILDCOAST


Saturday November 2, 2019 9:40am - 11:30am PDT
SS13

9:40am PDT

When High-Tech Becomes Old-Tech: Upcycled Science Classroom Activities
Divert that old smartphone from the landfill to the science classroom. Conduct experiments, analyze & interpret data and design solutions using the sensors on old hand-held smart devices and free mobile apps.

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Jason Mizerek

Fleet Science Center


Saturday November 2, 2019 9:40am - 11:30am PDT
SS14

10:40am PDT

Adventures in Coding
This session is designed to help preK-5 educators teach young students the basics of Computer Science and the foundations of computational thinking. codeSpark Academy is a completely free resource for teachers! You will leave this session with lesson plans and plenty of resources to begin a fantastic coding adventure with your students.

Speakers
avatar for Amy Smith

Amy Smith

K-6 Technology Specialist, Del Mar Union School District
*K-6 TECHNOLOGY!*media projects*green screen projects*ipad app smashing*coding*digital citizenship*Hyperdocs


Saturday November 2, 2019 10:40am - 11:30am PDT
M3

10:40am PDT

Bento Box Design Thinking
Little compartments of goodness that connect Design Thinking with tech tools, Social-Emotional Learning, and more! Join us for DT strategies using Flipgrid and Podcasting & learn ways connect DT to SEL. In this session, we will focus on the Empathy, Define, & Test/Feedback components of the DT process.

Speakers
avatar for Holly Morey

Holly Morey

Intervention Specialist, District Office
avatar for Kate Daniel

Kate Daniel

First Grade, Ocean Air School


Saturday November 2, 2019 10:40am - 11:30am PDT
M1

10:40am PDT

Bringing California State Parks into your Classrooom with PORTS!
Come experience PORTS (Parks Online Resources for Teachers and Students), an award winning FREE distance learning program that connects your classroom curriculum to 15 California State Parks, via real-time Virtual Field Trips. Discover the different parks your class can visit, and the ways that these programs connect to your curriculum!

Speakers
avatar for Erin Gates

Erin Gates

PORTS Program Coordinator & K12 Access Project Coordinator, California State Parks PORTS Program
Erin has been actively engaged in the field of interpretation for over 15 years. Graduating from Humboldt State University with a B.S. in Natural Resources Interpretation, Erin began her career as a field interpreter among the majestic Redwoods in northern California. She has blended... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2019 10:40am - 11:30am PDT
WL1

10:40am PDT

Don’t Worry, Be Happy - and Copyright Friendly!
Copyright laws are confusing for teachers and students, but you don’t need to break the law to get the perfect resource for your multimedia project. Free to use images, music, and video are plentiful. Learn what you can use, where to find it, and how to cite it.

Speakers
avatar for Nancy Minicozzi

Nancy Minicozzi

Instructional Tech Coach, Beverly Hills High School
Nancy Minicozzi is an instructional technology coach in the Beverly Hills Unified School District. An ISTE Certified Educator, Google Certified Innovator, Trainer, and Coach, she is passionate about helping other educators innovate and refine their practices to benefit all students... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2019 10:40am - 11:30am PDT
WL6

12:20pm PDT

3D Building with Chromebooks: Tinkercad, Sketchup, 3DC
Looking for cloud-based CAD software you can use with Chromebooks? I have three options for you: Tinkercad, SketchupEDU, and 3DC. In this session, we will discuss ways to integrate 3D printing into your curriculum and take a brief tour of each CAD solution.

Speakers
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Judy Nguyen

Teaching & Learning Consultant, All Covered, Inc.
All Covered provides innovative and cost-effective IT Services for schools, solving the many problems and challenges posed by decreasing school budgets (utilizing E-rate) and the need for collaboration tools Our solutions allow our education customers to concentrate on teaching, while... Read More →
avatar for Bre Smith

Bre Smith

Education ITSC, All Covered Education


Saturday November 2, 2019 12:20pm - 1:10pm PDT
E3

12:20pm PDT

CoSpaces Virtual Reality Museum Development
CoSpaces (VR) has developed a K-12 centric browser based environment that unlocks limitless tech potential with CAD, code, multimedia, and endless learning methods and modalities. Use SDSU's Learning Design & Technology Virtual Museum Website to guide students/teachers through the experience of VR Museum Development for any age/subject!

Speakers
avatar for Kevin White

Kevin White

Teacher, TLC Academy / Teacher Tech Rescue
Social Science, Computer Science and STEM K-12 educator at TLC Academy. 3D Printing, Google Apps, CAD and PBL Social Science are what I do best.
avatar for Minjuan Wang, Ph.D.

Minjuan Wang, Ph.D.

professor, san diego state university
Dr. Minjuan Wang is Professor of Learning Design and Technology, San Diego State University; and an Executive Board Member of the Immersive Learning Research Network.  In her 19 years at SDSU, she teaches Methods of Inquiry, Designing and Developing Learning for the Global Audience... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2019 12:20pm - 1:10pm PDT
WL3

12:20pm PDT

Interactive Maker Projects: Student Showcase Projects Made Stellar
Attend this workshop to see how Inexpensive devices like the BBC micro:bit and Arduino now make it possible to link student-made videos and other digital media to classic classroom projects such as dioramas and posterboards, while also creating a springboard to coding and robotics.

Speakers
avatar for Matthew Evans

Matthew Evans

Director of Technology Integration, MakerBit
Matthew Evans, M.Ed with a focus on Educational Technology, authorized Google Education Trainer, is an experienced educator, currently teaching prospective educators how to integrate technology in their curriculum at the University of San Diego. He has served as an Educational Technology... Read More →
avatar for Roger Wagner

Roger Wagner

Inventor, MakerBit-HyperDuino
Roger Wagner is a former math & science teacher, creator of HyperStudio, and most recently, the creator of the MakerBit & HyperDuino, which have pioneered new ways of interconnecting digital media and physical student-made projects.As an educator and educational technology innovator... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2019 12:20pm - 2:10pm PDT
E5

12:20pm PDT

Providing Equitable Learning Opportunities to Explore the World of Work
Participants will learn how Chula Vista Elementary School District is helping students build self-efficacy through exploring their strengths and interests and helping them to see their future selves in the World of Work. Participants will also engage in career exploration and maker-centered learning activities designed in collaboration with industry partners.

Speakers
avatar for Melissa Hughes

Melissa Hughes

District Innovation Teacher, Chula Vista Elementary School District
I'm a SoCal native, wife, mom and teacher in Chula Vista, CA. I'm blessed to work with over 4,000 sixth graders each school year, by facilitating one of several career-themed makerspaces for the Chula Vista Elementary School District. My passion for shared learning and innovation... Read More →
avatar for Michael Bruder

Michael Bruder

Director of Innovation, Chula Vista Elementary School District


Saturday November 2, 2019 12:20pm - 2:10pm PDT
SS13

1:20pm PDT

Innovative Art Lessons for Every Maker
The arts are an important part of the STEAM movement. Learn how to incorporate VAPA standards into lessons to keep students engaged, expose them to diversity, help them think creatively and as a way to equalize education. Participants will be able to walk away with lots of lessons and resources.

Speakers
avatar for Christine Dixon

Christine Dixon

Innovation Coordinator TOSA, Double Peak K8 School/San Marcos Unified
Christine Dixon is the Innovation Coordinator TOSA for Double Peak K8 School in San Marcos Unified School District. She leads the Innovation Program for all TK-8 grades in the area of technology, coding, robotics, engineering, design thinking, and making in the school’s Makerspace... Read More →
avatar for Heidi Kniseley

Heidi Kniseley

Journalism/Yearbook/Video Production Teacher, MHHS
Heidi Kniseley has worked to create an engaging, standards-based art curriculum at the middle school level. She has taught art at the elementary level, she co-created a year-long social entrepreneurship class to 6th-graders and taught middle school Language Arts at Double Peak K8... Read More →


Saturday November 2, 2019 1:20pm - 2:10pm PDT
M4
 
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