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2013 NATIONAL CONFERENCE 

JANUARY 28 – 31, 2013 

Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL 

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KEYNOTE SPEAKER: 

Dr. David Sousa 

Award-winning educational consultant and author of 

more than a dozen books that suggest ways in which 

educators and parents can make sense of—and utilize— 

current brain research. 

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Conference Information.....................Page 3 

Breakout Sessions ..............................Page 7 

Workshops ........................................ Page 12 

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What is FETC? 

FETC is the premier content-rich 

educational technology conference. 

With an international reputation for 

excellence, FETC brings educational 

leaders and technology experts 

together to exchange techniques 

and strategies for teaching and 

learning success. Known universally 

for its outstanding program, FETC 

provides educators and administrators 

unparalleled opportunities to meet, 

problem solve and explore the 

integration of technology across the curriculum, from pre-kindergarten to college 

through hands-on exposure to technological tools and best practices. 

Co-located with Learning Environments, the conference specifically for 

professionals who design, build and manage public and private K-20 education 

facilities, FETC’s Annual Conference and Exhibition features an amazing array 

of professional learning and collaborative networking opportunities. FETC offers 

the latest information on the technologies and issues facing today’s education 

professionals. FETC provides insight, ideas and innovation needed to succeed! 

While at FETC, you can benefit from exploring expanded learning opportunities 

through our co-located conference partners, Learning Environments 2013, and the 

Florida Distance Learning Mini-Conference. For information about the FDLA Mini- 

Conference and special bundle discounts visit www.fdla.com. 

Florida Distance Learning Association’s workshops on a range of topics are 

open for enrollment to FETC attendees. Look for the FDLA designation in the 

Workshops section of this brochure. (Workshops require an additional fee.) 

Learning Environments, the face-to-face information resource for the facilities 

managers, architects and other professionals who design, build and manage 

schools and colleges. You can find out more about Learning Environments 

speakers and sessions at www.lexxpo.com. 

Table of Contents 

Conference Information.................................. 3 

Conference Schedule..................................... 5 

Keynote Session............................................ 6 

Featured Speakers......................................... 6 

Concurrent Sessions...................................... 7 

FETC Advisory Board ...................................10 

Workshop Information...................................11 

Ticketed Workshops.....................................12 

Exhibitors....................................................27 

Travel/Housing Information.............................29 

Conference Hotel..........................................30 

Conference Registration................................31 

Contact Information......................................32 

Corporate Sponsors 

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FETC 2013 Will Feature: 

n The most comprehensive, progressive education technology conference 

in the country. 

Technology Sponsors 

n More than 200 Concurrent Sessions in 25+ Focus and Curriculum 

Areas targeting the hottest topics—mobile learning, current and 

emerging technologies, assessment, digital content, innovative learning 

technologies, distance learning, integrated curriculum, professional 

development, infrastructure, virtual learning, Web 2.0 resources and social 

networking. 

n 125+ Professional Development Workshops for in-depth exploration and 

skill development let you focus on the areas that most interest you, and 

master a new skill or technology that you can put into practice as soon 

as you return to your school! A complete list of workshops is available in 

this brochure and online at fetc.org. 

Media Sponsor 

n An Exhibit Hall with over 500 companies displaying the latest in technology 

and education products. 

n VerAttend, FETC’s official program attendance certification system to 

streamline professional development reporting for all schools and districts. 

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January 28 - 31, 2013 


Conference Information 

Conference Registration 

Conference registrations are currently being accepted online, 

by fax, or mail. Your conference registration fee includes access 

to the Opening Keynote and Closing Sessions, Eye-Opener and 

Daily Keynote Sessions, Featured Speaker Sessions and all the 

Concurrent Sessions, as well as receptions and special events, 

plus unlimited entry to the FETC 2013 Exhibit Hall. Workshops are 

not included in your conference registration. Registration form and 

instructions are available in this brochure and online at fetc.org. 

VerAttend 

VerAttend, FETC’s official program attendance certification 

system, will allow you to track your attendance for all sessions 

including Keynotes, Concurrent Sessions, Learning Labs, 

Technology Solution Seminars and Ticketed Workshops. FETC 

will make this information available to you within 45 days of the 

conference online through your registration dashboard as an 

official verification of participation in this valuable professional 

development activity. 

Pre-Keynote Session: 

A Technology Shoot-Out 

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 • 11:00 am – 12:45 pm 

Back by popular demand! Join us for a fun and fast-paced 

session prior to the Opening Keynote Address! Sit, relax and get 

a first look at the latest, most exciting gadgets and programs in 

educational technology. 

Technology Solution Seminars 

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 • 1:00 – 3:00 pm 

Come explore the latest technologies and hear how educators and 

administrators used technology to solve specific problems in K-12 

environments. Real end-user case studies, discussed in detail 

by education professionals, will show you how to solve everyday 

district-wide and classroom-based problems. 

New @FETC 

Tuesday, January 29 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm 

First time coming to FETC or want to hear what is new at our 

conference? Attend the New @FETC 2013 Session to learn 

important information about the conference and maximize your 

professional development opportunities. Learn about FETC 

lounges, receptions, sessions, posters and more! Begin your 

networking to help find friendly faces to connect with during the 

conference. 

Closing Session: App Shoot-Out 

Thursday, January 31, 2013 • 3:15 - 4:15 pm 

Following Concurrent Session 10, join FETC staff, presenters, 

attendees and VIPs at this fast-paced closing panel for an 

entertaining and informational session demonstrating the latest 

and greatest apps being used in education! See how education 

professionals are solving real classroom challenges by integrating 

the best apps for all devices that help meet the needs of teachers 

and students. 

Build your FETC Professional 

Learning Network Today! 

Don’t wait until you get to Orlando to start connecting with other 

education technology integration enthusiasts. Stay current with 

FETC through our social media sites: 

n Edmodo: /FETC 

Join the FETC Edmodo Community online today! 

n Facebook:/FETC 

n Google +:/googleFETC 

n LinkedIn:/LinkedInFETC 

n Twitter: Hashtag #FETC or Follow @FETC 

n Youtube: /NationalFETC 

Concurrent Sessions 

FETC is known worldwide for its outstanding program. This year’s 

conference will feature more than 200 Concurrent Sessions 

addressing current and emerging technologies, as well as best 

practices developed through research and actual classroom 

experience. FETC 2013 will highlight sessions focusing on mobile 

and virtual learning, technology integration and social networking 

and collaboration. The FETC Conference Program will focus on 

the following: 

n Communication & Collaboration 

n Digital Content & Productivity Tools 

n Distance Learning 

n Innovation & Digital Campus 

n Instructional Design & Curriculum Delivery 

n IT Leadership & Institutional Intelligence 

n Mobile Technology 

n Technology Infrastructure 

In addition, all sessions will have a curriculum area focus, 

including: 

n Adult Education 

n Career and Technical Education 

n English/Language Arts/Reading 

n Foreign Language 

n Health and Physical Education 

n Integrated/Cross Curriculum 

n Mathematics 

n Performing/Visual Arts 

n Science 

n Social Studies 

n Special Education 

n STEM 

n Common Core 

Full descriptions of Concurrent Sessions are available at fetc.org. 

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Conference Information (continued) 

Workshops 

FETC 2013 is offering 125+ workshops in bring-your-own-device 

and hands-on formats, led by local and national experts. These 

information-packed workshops offer participants a chance to 

intensively explore topics in more depth than time allows in a 

concurrent session. These 2-, 3-, or 6-hour workshops will cover 

the following areas: 

n Administrative/IT leadership 

n BYOD 1-to-1 mobile 

n Common Core 

n Digital Teacher Toolbox 

n Distance Learning 

n Flipping the classroom 

n iPads and Untethered Learning 

n Google 

n Moodle 

n STEM 

n Social media 

Ticketed workshops are not included in your conference 

registration and require an additional fee. Full descriptions of 

workshops are included in this brochure and at fetc.org. 

Program Highlights 

$10,000 Technology Giveaway 

Sponsored by 

Will you be the lucky FETC 2013 attendee that takes home a 

$10,000 prize package of technologies to outfit your school? Join 

us at the event to find out. Giveaway information and prize details 

are available at fetc.org. 

FETC Night Out At Epcot 

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 • 5:45 – 9:45 pm 

Enjoy sensational attractions and spend an evening with your 

friends and colleagues at the FETC Night Out at Epcot and 

embark on an adventure through Epcot. Round trip transportation 

and admission to Epcot is included! Experience 

Future World, where innovation and wonder abound, then explore 

the culture and cuisine of 11 different countries around the 

World Showcase Lagoon. Top off your evening with the aweinspiring 

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth laser and fireworks 

extravaganza at 9:00 pm. For more information and reservations 

visit the hotel and travel link at fetc.org or call 800-557-7776 or 

407-770-1953. 

Technology & Learning Connections Hands-on Lab 

Explore the latest in Assistive and Instructional Technology in 

the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resource System’s (FDLRS) 

Hands-on Technology Lab. Discover how technology can impact 

academic achievement for all students. The Lab will be located 

in room S319 and will be open during regular conference hours. 

In addition to the Hands-on Lab, FETC offers Special Education 

sessions throughout the conference. 

Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Reception 

Join your fellow attendees and presenters at the grand opening 

of the Exhibit Hall, on Tuesday, January 29, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, 

following the Opening Keynote Session. It’s the perfect opportunity 

to network with leading education product and service experts 

to research and gather information on potential solutions to meet 

school and district challenges. Participate in our live TWEET UP @ 

FETC from 5:30 – 7:00 pm! 

Ocoee Middle School Tour 

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 · 9:00 am - 1:15 pm 

Ocoee Middle School, an Apple Distinguished School for 2010- 

2011 and 2011-2012, pilots many new technologies and is on 

the cutting edge as the technological demonstration school for 

Florida. You won’t want to miss this exciting opportunity to tour 

this unique school and observe how technology is integrated 

into the content areas! The tour will be offered to accommodate 

100 participants. Transportation to and from the school will be 

provided along with a light lunch. Sign-up is required and will be 

available in the registration area along with tour details. 

Exhibit Hall 

Throughout the week, attendees will be able to preview and 

purchase the latest hardware, software and peripherals from 

the more than 500 companies in attendance at FETC 2013. The 

Exhibit Hall will be open the following hours during the conference: 

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 .....................5:00 pm – 7:00 pm 

Wednesday, January 30, 2013................9:30 am – 5:30 pm 

Thursday, January 31, 2013....................9:30 am – 3:00 pm 

The Exhibit Hall Learning Lab Theater, open during exhibit hall 

hours, exposes attendees to innovative products and technology. 

Be sure to attend these informative demonstrations to learn about 

the latest technological ideas and solutions. 

FETC Video Contest 

FETC is partnering with NextVista.org, a free library of 

creative, educational videos by and for teachers and 

students everywhere, to promote the teacher strand of the 

Mountains of Creativity contest. Do you have an insight 

you could put into a video; one that could help teachers 

and students around the globe? If so, check out the 

NextVista.org’s contest rules page and make digital media 

happen! Winners will be selected during a Featured 

Session at FETC 2013! 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


Conference Schedule 

Monday, January 28, 2013 

Registration ............................................................................................................7:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Workshops* (full day) ............................................................................................................8:00 am – 3:00 pm 

(morning) . ................................................................................................8:00 am – 11:00 am 

(afternoon) .............................................................................................. 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

(evening) ..................................................................................................4:00 pm – 7:00 pm 

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Tuesday, January 29, 2013 

Registration ...........................................................................................................7:00 am – 7:00 pm 

Workshops* (full day) . ..................................................................................................8:00 am – 3:00 pm 

(morning) .................................................................................................8:00 am – 11:00 am 

(afternoon) ............................................................................................. 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

Pre-Keynote Session: Technology Shootout . .........................................................................11:00 am – 12:45 pm 

Technology Solution Seminars .........................................................................................1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

New @FETC Session . ....................................................................................................2:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

Opening Keynote Session . ..............................................................................................3:30 pm – 5:00 pm 

Exhibit Hall Grand Opening .............................................................................................5:00 pm – 7:00 pm 

#FETC Tweet Up! . ........................................................................................................5:30 pm – 7:00 pm 

Conference Shuttle Service . ............................................................................................7:00 am – 8:00 pm 

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 

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Registration ...........................................................................................................7:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Google’s Eye Opener Keynote ..........................................................................................7:30 am – 8:15 am 

Workshops* (workshop 1) .............................................................................................8:00 am – 10:00 am 

(workshop 2) ............................................................................................ 

10:30 am – 12:30 pm 

(workshop 3) . .............................................................................................1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

(workshop 4) . .............................................................................................3:30 pm – 5:30 pm 

General Session Keynote ...............................................................................................8:45 am – 9:45 am 

Coffee Break ............................................................................................................9:30 am – 10:00 am 

Exhibit Hall Hours. .......................................................................................................9:30 am – 5:00 pm 

Concurrent Session 1 ................................................................................................. 

10:00 am – 11:00 am 

Dedicated Exhibit Hall . .................................................................................................11:00 am – 12:00 pm 


12:00 pm – 12:40 pm 

Concurrent Session 3 ...................................................................................................1:00 pm – 1:40 pm 


Poster Presentations in the Exhibit Hall . ...............................................................................2:30 pm - 3:30 pm 

Break & Exhibit Hall . .....................................................................................................2:40 pm – 3:20 pm 



Attendee Receptions ...................................................................................................5:00 pm – 6:00 pm 


Thursday, January 31, 2013 

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Registration ............................................................................................................7:00 am – 2:30 pm 

Workshops* (workshop 1) .............................................................................................8:00 am – 10:00 am 

(workshop 2) ............................................................................................ 

10:30 am – 12:30 pm 

General Session Keynote ...............................................................................................8:45 am – 9:45 am 

Coffee Break ............................................................................................................9:30 am – 10:00 am 

Exhibit Hall Hours . .......................................................................................................9:30 am – 3:00 pm 


10:00 am – 11:00 am 

Dedicated Exhibit Hall . .................................................................................................11:00 am – 12:00 pm 

Poster Presentations in the Exhibit Hall. ..............................................................................11:00 am - 12:00 pm 


12:00 pm – 12:40 pm 


Concurrent Session 10 ..................................................................................................2:00 pm – 2:40 pm 

Dedicated Exhibit Hall—Grand Prize Drawing to be held at 2:50 pm ................................................2:40 pm – 3:00 pm 

Closing Session: App Shootout ........................................................................................3:15 pm – 4:15 pm 


* requires an additional fee to attend 


Wednesday Keynote Session 

Designing Brain-Friendly Schools in the Age of Accountability 

Dr. David Sousa 

Come to this cutting-edge keynote that discusses some remarkable findings from brain research about 

how we learn, and their implications for everyone involved in building, leading and teaching in schools. Can we really 

embrace school change in the age of high-stakes testing and accountability? There will definitely be some surprises! 

Award-winning Educational Consultant & Author of more than a dozen books suggest ways 

that educators and parents can make sense of—and utilize—current brain research. 

Additional keynote speakers to be announced soon. Visit fetc.org for conference updates! 

Featured Speakers and Sessions 

Steven Anderson 

Director of Instructional Technology, Winston-Salem/Forsyth 

County Schools 

FS3205 - Creating Student And Teacher Friendly 

Social Media Guidelines 

FS0206 - Super Secret Twitter Tips, Tricks And Resources 

Adam Bellow 

Founder, eduTecher 

FS6002 - The Best Web Tools and Tech Toys for your Classroom! 

FS8001 - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Future 

Lynell Burmark 

CEO, educatebetter.org 

FS9400 - Rockets in Their Pockets: Launching Learning Potential 

Andy Crozier 

Superintendent/Principal, Andrew CSD 

FS2190 - Let the Kids Drive: Using Technology 

to Empower Student Leadership 

FS5189 - Walk The Talk: Modeling Effective Use of Technology 

Hall Davidson 

Director of Educator Outreach, Discovery Educator Network 

FS7202 - Techbook Hardware Smackdown! 

Howie DiBlasi 

CEO, Digital Journey 

FS6112 - STEM Education Tools: The 50 Best Sources 

Leslie Fisher 

Director, lesliefisher.com 

FS4195 - The iOS Application Support Group for 2013 

FS0196 - The Web 2.0 You Might Not Know About 

Ted Hasselbring 

Professor of Special Education, Peabody College/ 

Vanderbilt University 

FS2006 - Achieving Math Fluency: Mobile Apps 

and Adaptive Technology 

Rushton Hurley 

Executive Director, NextVista.org 

FS1033 - Google and More: Hordes of Free Tools 2013 

FS4032 - How to Inspire Your Staff with Technology 

FS7315 - The Magic of Digital Video for Engaging Learning 

John Kuglin 

Senior Consultant, Kuglin Consulting 

FS2200 - The New Normal: Innovative Learning Environments 

with Free Resources 

FS5199 - What Does Tech Have To Do With Me? 

Everything Let’s Transform Yourself 

Cheryl Lemke 

CEO, The Metiri Group 

FS5244 - Personalization of Learning: What are Some Models 

and How Does a District Get Started? 

FS8245 - Creativity and Innovation: Keeping it Alive in K-12 

Jenna Linskens 

Professor, Marian University School of Education 

FS7259 - Your Online Class is Ready to Start: 

Did You Do it Right? 

(In partnership with Florida Distance Learning Association) 

Gail Lovely 

Independent Educator, LovelyLearning.com 

FS7182 - Small Investments, Large Returns 

Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach 

Co-founder and CEO, Powerful Learning Practice 

FS9167 - Connected Learning Communities: 

Learning and Leading in a Digital Age 

Kathy Schrock 

Educational Technologist 

FS3149 - iPads for Teaching: Tools for You to Use 

FS6036 - Following Change: Ways to Keep Up 

with Educational Technology 

Eric Sheninger 

Principal, New Milford High School 

FS1203 - Leadership 2.0 

FS3204 - The Power of Personal Learning Networks 

Elliot Soloway 

Arthur F. Thurnau Professor, University of Michigan 

FS9035 - Don’t Settle for Using Just a Few Apps 

On Your Shiny New iPad! 

David Thornburg 

Director, Thornburg Center 

FS1165 - Seeing Tomorrow, Today: How to Find 

Emerging Educational Technologies 

FS5045 - Gadgets and Geegaws: The Cornerstones 

of STEM Education 

Brent Williams 

Director, iTeach Center, Kennesaw State University 

FS3166 - BYOT is a Band-Aid 

Julie Young 

President and CEO, Florida Virtual School 

FS8034 - How Online Courses Allow 

For Connected Learning Environments 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


Concurrent Sessions 

The Ins and Outs of Effective Online Instruction 

Irene Aiken 

Effective Standard Based Assessment 

and Instruction in Moodle 

Alaaddin Akgul 

SIMPLE Technology…Tips and Tricks for the Classroom 

Megan Allen 

Taking Charge of Your Professional Development 

Through PLNs 

Holly Atkins with Nancy Cerezo 

The WebQuest: Its Impact on Students’ Critical Thinking 

Edwin Auditor 

Affordable, Free, and Effective Tech Tools for the Classroom! 

Jason Beach with Jeremy Wendt 

Augment Your Students’ Reality: 3D Models in the Classroom 

Jason Beach 

Copyright: Your Questions Answered! 

Gary Becker 

Kinect the Dots: Using a Microsoft Kinect 

for 3D Motion Capture 

James Bell 

Using Screencast-O-Matic to Create Tutorial Videos 

Peter Billman-Golemme 

It’s a Small World: Elementary Global Collaboration 

Nancye Blair 

Museum Makers 

Debbie Bohanan 

Digitization of Project Based Learning 

Janet Bontz 

Building Your Personal Learning Network with Twitter 

Sandy Brand 

Infusing the Arts in the Common Core Standards 

Carol Broos 

Tricks of the Windows 8 Masters 

J. Peter Bruzzese 

Create Your Own RTI Management System 

Using Your Existing SMS 

Eric Callis with Brian Graber 

Ramping It Up: Using Web 2.0 tools to Engage 

and Motivate Learners 

Laurie O. Campbell 

Moving from Passive to Active Online Learning ★ 

Lin Carver with Carol Todd 

Increasing Home to School Connection 

through Mobile Devices 

Kim Cavanaugh 

BookMapping - GIS meets Literature 

Terence Cavanaugh 

Today’s Education Technology Forecast: Completely Cloudy 

Jay Cawley 

Making “Creative” Common 

Tim Childers 

Examining the Future of Assessment with Digital Alternatives 

David Chiszar 

100 + STEM Websites and Webtools for Teachers 

Letia Cooper 

Bridging the Digital Divide with Mobile Technology (iPads) 

Janet Copenhaver 

K-12 Integrated Projects That Will Expand he Way You Teach 

Heather Crosser 

Assessment 2.0: Assessing Change in Changing Classrooms 

Tom Daccord 

5 Keys to Building a Successful iPad Program 

Tom Daccord 

Hey Administrators! There’s an iPad App for That! 

Warren Dale 

The Future of Textbooks—Here Today! 

Randy Damewood 

Google+ Hangouts - A Great Instructional and PD Tool 

Randy Damewood 

Using Your Noodle (Tools) and Google: 

21st Century Research Skills 

Catherine Davis 

iWant to iNtegrate iPads into My iClassroom 

Lauren Davis with Kathy Parker-Jones 

Google Products to Leverage a BYOD Environment 

Juan De Luca 

Using Games to Engage II 

Matthew DeNote with Nicole Schawang 

Acting Normal: Social Skills on Camera 

David Di Ianni 

Explore Tech Tools that Enhance Student 

Self-Directed Learning 

David Di Ianni 

Stump the Mac Guy! 

Seth Dimbert 

iOS Efficiency: Real-World Professional Productivity 

Seth Dimbert 


Concurrent Sessions (continued) 

Engage and Empower Your Struggling Readers 

Terry Dobson 

Unpacking the Digital Toolkit with Common Core 

Carmella Doty with Renee Henderson 

Convert Your STEM Curriculum to Digital Lab Format! 

David Doty with Cynthia Syverson Mercer 

Harnessing the Elephant in the Virtual Classroom 

Mark Dyar 

Transitioning from Laptops to iPads 

and Overcoming Skepticism 

Charlene Entman with Michele Widdes 

Games That are Good to the Core 

Jeff Ertzberger with Salena Rabidoux 

Galaxy Project: Digital Content in Classrooms 

Won’t be “Alien” for Long 

Portia Evans with Melissa Roberts 

Learning Styles and Online Course Effectiveness ★ 

Heather Farmakis 

Creating Dynamic Distance Learning for Home 

and Hospital-Bound Student ★ 

James Fazzino with Cheryl Scott 

Text Me The Answer: Using Cell Phones and Devices 

in the Classroom 

Carlos Fernandez 

Deploying a 1:1 Computing Model 

Patrick Fogarty 

Before You Jump on the BANNED Wagon 

Tammy Fry 

The Digital Transition: An LMS Success Story 

Dennis Frye 

iHistory: Leveraging Technology to Engage 

in Historical Inquiry 

Brian Furgione 

Getting Students Involved in a Virtual Science Fair 

with Tech Advisors ★ 

Bruce Furino with Robert Everett 

DIY Blended Learning: Making the Most 

of the Blended Learning Toolkit ★ 

Linda Futch with Kelvin Thompson 

Special Ed. Technology Classroom of the Future: 

Innovation in Practice 

Anthony Gerke 

Free or Low-Cost Literacy Supports and Study Aids 

Valeska Gioia 

Measuring Success 

Colleen Glaude 

Breaking the Taboo of Cell Phones: Power Up the Classroom 

Kathy Goad 

PBL Meets STEM: An Incredible Appetizer of Resources 

and Ideas 

Michael Gorman 

Flipping the Classroom? Resources, and Tools 

to Keep You on Your Feet 

Michael Gorman 

Creating Content: Podcasting, Vodcasting, iTunes & U 

Jenny Grabiec with Jacob Standish 

Get Smart: Using Livescribe Pens = Smart Communication 

and Engagement 

Jan Graham 

Seven Common School Tech Support Problems 

and How We Solved Them 

Matt Graves 

iPad’s for Learning & Teaching: A Panel Discussion 

Tim Hall 

15 Free or Almost Free Web Resources to Engage 

& Enhance Learning 

Krista Harry 

Industry Certifications: Pathway to Career 

and College Readiness 

Teresa Harry 

Using Web 2.0 to Enhance Learning 

of the Common Core Standards 

Kimberly Higdon 

A Technology Roadmap for Reading 

Kathy Hobbs with Gayle Weaver 

Transforming the Learning Landscape with BYOT 

Jill Hobson 

Common Core Technology Blueprint for Seamless Success 

Tamra Hogue 

UNCommon Approach: PBS and the Common Core 

Carolyn Jacobs with Alanna Shevak 

Transformative Technology Leadership That Works 

London Jenks 

Motivate, Innovate, Collaborate Using Edmodo and ePals 

Norma Jennings with Linda Cobb 

No Money? No Problem! Getting Grants for Great Technology 

Samantha Jeter 

Extreme Makeover, Classroom Edition: Changing the Game 

with BYOD 

Amy Johns with Jamie Burch 

Fear of Flying: the Realities of Migrating 

to Cloud-Based Services 

Christopher Johnson 

Social Media for School Leaders: Powerful Tools, 

Big Challenges 

Howard Johnston 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


Learning Technologies: Where EduTech is Headed 

Greg Jones 

Implementing STEM Robotics using Florida’s 

New State Curriculum 

James Jones 

SCANAPALOOZA: QR Codes in the Elementary Classroom 

Nicole Jones 

The 21st Century 3-Ring Binder: Livebinder 

Rose Kebe 

Blow The Doors Off Your Classroom! Start A Video PLC ★ 

Ryan Kinser 

Flipping Over Professional Development 

Klista Lawyer-Reynolds 

Fed Tech: Connecting with Digital Age Students 

Lesley Mace with Amy Hennessy 

Cool Tech: Experiences Teaching Mobile App Development 

Lisa Macon with Mahendra Gossai 

Does the Smartphone Have a Place in the Classroom? 

Therese Mageau 

So You Want iPads at Your School 

James Manikas 

Flipped Learning: Enabling Students to Learn from Home 

or Any Location ★ 

Greg Mathison with Lance Ford 

Off the Page: Transforming Traditional Texts 

into Digital Texts 

Tara McLauchlan 

What’s REALLY Happening with Technology 

in Early Childhood Education? 

Lilla Dale McManis with Fran Simon 

Blogging with a Purpose: A Different Approach 

to Assessment 

Michael Meechin 

60 in 60: 60 Instructional Technologies in 60 Minutes 

Michael Meechin 

Best Practices in Teaching Digital Literacy and Citizenship 

Kelly Mendoza 

The Flipped Classroom: Where does Videoconferencing 

Fit In? 

Doug Meyer 

Mobile Devices + Class = Increased Performance! 

Stephanie Middleton 

It’s A Wrap! Sharing Comprehension 

with Student Movie Making 

Robert Miller 

DNA for BYOD 

Ron Milliner 

All you need to know about Creating and Publishing eBooks 

Louis Molina 

The School Bought an iPad...Now What? 

Andrea Morphy with Jennifer Berube 

Lessons Learned From Our 1 to 1 Laptop Learning Initiative 

Bob Munson 

Using Virtual Manipulatives for Math and Science Instruction 

Glenn Nakamura 

iPads, tablets and the Common Core Standards 

for Mathematics 

Nigel Nisbet 

Get Your Story Out: A Primer on Pitching to the Media 

Stephen Noonoo with Chris Piehler 

E-Rate: News and Views You Can Use - II! 

Sylvia Norton 

Cell phones in the Classroom? YES! 

Michelle Olah 

Put It Where They’re Looking: Texting Tools for Teachers 

Sean O’Neil 

Using Mobile Devices to Increase Independence 

in Special Education 

Randall Palmer 

Using Pinterest to Build a Personal Learning Network 

Kathy Parker-Jones with Lauren Davis 

BYOD or Bust: An Administrators Guide 

to a Successful Implementation 

Charles Pawlik 

Discover Mathlanding: Online Resources and Tools 

for Elementary Math 

Betsy Peisach 

Implementing UDL in the Special Needs Classroom 

with the iPad 

Luis Perez 

The Future is Here: Engaging Students 

through Gesture-Based Learning 

Adina Popa with Tammie Mihet 

Miami/Dade & RE@L: New STEM Curricula 

Using GIS & Mobile Apps – Pilot Results 

Dan Rawitsch 

Using Podcasting & Vodcasting to Create 

the “Flipped Classroom!” 

Ellen Reinig with Meagan Murtaugh 

Enriching Your Social Studies Curriculum with the 

Use of WEb 2.0 Tools 

Shanan Riegle 

Flipping Your Classroom: It’s Easy with Khan Academy 

Nikki Robertson 

Ring of Fire 

Anne Rogalski with Marissa Greuel 


Concurrent Sessions (continued) 

Can’t Find the Android App That You Need? 

Let Students Create Them! 

Alejandro Ruiz with Victor Capeluto 

Across Content Areas and Continents with Edmodo 

Janel Schafer 

Reaching the Reluctant Writer 

Melissa Shields 

STEM as a Way of Thinking 

Mark Smith 

Microsoft Free Tools for Educators 

Bradley Smrstick 

Who is in the Driver’s Seat? How IT and CurricUlum 

Can Share the Wheel. 

John Son 

Security Considerations: With Mobile & (BYOD) Networks 

Ernest Staats 

Why Not Make it Move? The Cure for the 

Common Book Report 

Rebecca Stacey 

#Edgames #Edlearning #EdAssessment 

Kari Stubbs 

Opportunities Belonging to Diverse Distance 

Learning Organizations ★ 

Hui Fang Huang “Angie” Su with Al Mizell and Joel Levine 

Using Mobile Devices to Make it Easy to Teach 

and Learn Anywhere ★ 

Julius Su 

Engaging Next Gen Students With Rigor Through Gaming 

Deb Svec 

Leveraging Open Source and Free Software in Your District 

Mathew Swerdloff 

Flipping Your Classroom with Moodle 

Alan Taylor 

I am an iBook Author 

Alan Taylor 

GameMOOC Co-Constructing Experiential Engagement 

to Transform Online ★ 

Barbara Truman with Francisca Yonekura 

A Garden of Creativity 

Thomas Turner 

Look! I’m Learning: Personalized Learning 

and the Next Gen of One:One 

Bruce Umpstead 

Tips and Tools for Taking Teacher Evaluations 

into the 21st Century 

Marilyn Underwood with Jack Smith 

iCan: Successful Reading Strategies utilizing iPad’s 

Laura VanHellemont with Laura Laird 

Cloud Videoconference Makes Distance Learning Easy ★ 

Joy Veasy 

The Future of Student Instruction: Mixed-Reality 

and Innovation 

Zachary Walker 

Come Learn How Clay Virtual Academy Vipers Launched ★ 

Gayle Weaver with Linda Schriver 

PBS Transmedia: Innovative Math Lab 

and WFSU Collaborations 

Tasha Weinstein 

Appaholics Anonymous 

Brandon Wislocki 

Mobile Me Up Scotty 

Ann Witherspoon 

Ensuring Successful Transition to the Common Core 

Erick Witherspoon 

Leveling the Playing Field 

Cheryl Woolwine 

ePub: Create Text Books for iOS Devices Using iBooks Author 

Gordon Worley 

Tech-Infused PBL’s Teach Common Core Literacy 

Sandra Wozniak 

Career Planning with CHOICES Planner 

Patrick Wright 

Focus on the Core and STEM 

Karol Yeatts 

Promising Technologies, Creativity & Teaching: 

25 Ideas to Take Away 

Maureen Yoder 

★ 

Sessions in partnership with 

Florida Distance Learning Association 

FETC Advisory Board 

Bob Bedford 

Emergent Design and Development 

Helen Blanch 

Miami-Dade County Schools 

Deb deVries 

SkillsTutor 

Geoff Fletcher 

State Educational Technology 

Directors Association (SETDA) 

Ted Hasselbring 

Vanderbilt University 

John Kuglin 

Kuglin Consulting 

Wendy LaDuke 

1105 Media, Inc. 

Larry Nanns 

Terra Inc. 

Kimberly Quinn Hutchinson 

K12, Inc. 

Coni Rechner 

Discovery Education 

Mark Stevens 

NEA Member Benefits 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


Workshop Information 

About FETC Workshops 

FETC 2013 is offering more than 125 workshops led by local and 

national experts. These workshops offer participants a chance to 

delve deeply into topics, learn new skills and strategies and create 

new materials, without the time constraints of Concurrent Sessions. 

These information-packed workshops also help participants meet the 

demands of state and national standards for technology skills and 

curriculum required to earn continuing education credits (CEUs). 

Workshops require an additional enrollment fee and have limited 

seating in order to ensure the highest quality learning experience for 

participants. Complete workshop details are available online 

at www.fetc.org. 

2-Hour ‘How To’ Workshops: 

Set in a classroom setting to allow participants to interact with 

technology and each other, these workshops provide opportunities 

to experience the latest technologies and practice implementing 

technological tools and solutions that you can take back and use at 

your school or district without delay. 

Ticketed Workshops 

Full payment by credit card (Visa, MasterCard or American Express), 

check, money order, or purchase order is required to receive a 

seat in any workshop. Attendees may purchase workshop seats 

through advance registration, and pick up their tickets on-site at 

the registration desk in the South Concourse of the Orange County 

Convention Center. If there are any seats available after advanced 

registration is closed, attendees may register and pay for workshop 

tickets at the on-site registration counter. 

Workshop Formats 

2HR Two-hour Workshop 

3HR Three-hour Workshop 

6HR Six-hour Workshop 

HO Hands-on Lab means the workshop is held in a 

computer lab where one laptop will be provided for every 

participant. Attendees may also bring their own devices. 

BYOD Bring Your Own Device are workshops where 

participants will bring their own device to participate in 

the workshop. The online description will indicate the 

specified device needed. 

PC 

PC means the workshop features programs using 

Windows OS. 

MAC MAC means the workshop features programs using a 

Macintosh OS or iOs for mobile devices 

FDLA Workshops in partnership 

with Florida Distance Learning Association 

Workshop Questions 

Need to find out more about a workshop selection? Our presenters 

are happy to answer questions about their workshops. Please go 

to our website at www.fetc.org and click on the workshop listing to 

see the contact information for each presenter. 


Professional Development Workshops 


8:00 am - 11:00 am 

WMA018 

Bring Your Own Devices (BYOD) Programs: 

Baby Steps for Schools 

Susan Brooks-Young, Consultant/Author, Opportunity Group 

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives are growing in popularity, 

but they require thoughtful planning and implementation. Review 

strategies and identify steps to increase the chances of success 

with BYOD at your school. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMA017 

Introduction to Moodle 2 

Mike Ramirez, Assistant Professor of Education, MidAmerica 

Nazarene University 

This workshop is designed as an introduction to Moodle 2. 

Beginners are invited to a session that will focus on applying key 

instructional design principles to build and use a course in Moodle 

2. Participants will work in a Moodle course sandbox and explore 

the elements learned throughout the session. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMA015 

All About Curriculum, Not Technology! 

Charles Moseley, Technology Integration Specialist, St. Johns 

County Public School System 

Discover how to emphasize the curriculum and use the technology 

available at your site to increase student achievement. Learn to 

begin with the curriculum and make the technology fit. Examine a 

variety of web applications and mobile devices to find out how they 

best enhance the curriculum at your school. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMA019 

iPads Improve Instruction and Learning 

David Mahaley, Principal, Franklin Academy 

Experience the benefits of using iPads in the classroom. 

This workshop provides a framework to facilitate an iPad 

implementation in the classroom. Explore lesson integration, 

app introduction, authentic assessment and management and 

infrastructure issues. Learn strategies to overcome challenges 

faced by students, teachers and administrators with emerging 

technologies. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMA020 

iPad A to Z 

Leslie Fisher, Chief Geek, lesliefisher.com 

This workshop overviews the iPad for those new to the iPad as 

well as seasoned veterans. Discover applications for personal 

productivity, the classroom and apps that are just plain fun! 

Explore the places to find applications and great accessories for 

your device. Take home lots of tips and tricks! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMA016 

Digital Teacher: Online Tools to Study, 

Organize and Succeed 

Carlos Fernandez, Instructional Technology Coordinator, Leon 


Ignite your classroom with free tools that will help take 

classroom instruction to the next level. Learn the function and 

implementation capability of several tools: Evernote, Dipty, 

Cramberry, Wordle, Poll Daddy, Online Stopwatch, Gliffy, 

RemembertheMilk, Bubbl.us, Mindomo, Tagxedo, Crocodoc, 

Timetoast, Timeglider, Capzels, Tiki-Toki, Dipity, Mindmeister, 

Tago, Symbaloo, Popplet and more! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMA006 

Using Adobe Photoshop Elements 

in the Classroom 

Ryan Visser, Instructional Technology Faculty, Clemson 

University 

Photoshop Elements makes image editing a breeze! This workshop 

will give participants a working understanding of Photoshop 

Elements, with particular emphasis on high impact classroom 

applications and image editing operations Through hands-on 

activities learn exciting, practical strategies and cool tricks for 

applying digital imaging in any classroom or educational settings. 

PC • 3HR • HO 

WMA011 

Powerful Technology Centers 

for Elementary Students 

Nancye Blair, Educational Consultant, EngagingEducation.net 

Learn to transform elementary classroom technology use 

through hands-on experiences with independent activities at six 

Technology Centers. Centers provide differentiation, independence 

and discovery learning. Learn from two implementations making 

substantial gains on standardized testing while still promoting 

creativity and critical thinking. Lesson templates, tutorials, rubrics 

and extended applications are included! 


WMA008 

The Flipped Classroom Revolution and YOU! 

Ivy Nelson, Teacher, Monett High School 

Discover the “flipped classroom” and the data supporting 

its effectiveness. Learn how to engage students, increase 

productivity, decrease student confusion and frustration while 

improving test scores. Evaluate several technology tools used 

to flip a classroom and develop a plan to implement the flipped 

classroom model in your classroom or district. 



January 28 - 31, 2013 


WMA007 

Creating Mobile Instructional Modules 

with HTML5 

Ezzard Bryant, Jr., Doctoral Candidate, Graduate Assistant, 

Florida Center for Instructional Technology 

This hands-on workshop will demonstrate to participants how easy 

and seamless it is to use HTML5 to create instructional web apps 

that can be accessed on students’ favorite Android or iDevices. 

Create a web app that you can take home and reuse for different 

learning modules during this session. 


WMA010 

29 Best Web 2.0 Classroom Tools 

Howie DiBlasi, CEO, Digital Journey 

A list of the 29 best web tools for the classroom was compiled 

using 12 search engines and 5,000 Twitter users. Discover new 

professional resources, collaboration connections, free and 

creative experiments, teaching tips, lessons and rubrics. Utilize 

these valuable resources to produce projects that increase student 

engagement and achievement. 


WMA009 

Instructional Design for Distance Learning 

Using iTunesU and iBooks 

Kristi Shaw, Assistant Professor, Marian University 

iTunes University provides a free mobile platform for designing 

instruction for delivery on iOS devices. iBooks Author is a free 

software program for multimedia rich book and presentation 

design. Learn how instructional designers can utilize iTunes U 

coupled with iBooks Author to create instructionally sound course 

materials for distance learning. 

MAC • 3HR • HO • FDLA 

WMA005 

Deploying Google Apps @Your School 

Chris Craft, Teacher, CrossRoads Middle School 

More than 16 million students and teachers use Google Apps. 

Learn how to handle the technical challenges of moving to Google 

Apps for your school. Discuss DNS/MX record, dual delivery, 

migration and more! Learn the process and ease of utilizing 

Google Apps from a Google Certified Trainer. Bring your questions! 


WMA014 

Publishing Video Stories with iMovie 

Kathy Hobbs, Digital Media Teacher, Ocoee Middle School 

Creating and publishing stories is a component of the Common 

Core Standards. iMovie makes it simple for students to 

demonstrate their knowledge through the creation of videos. All 

students can make a movie in iMovie. This hands-on workshop will 

provide educators the opportunity to publish video stories. 

MAC • 3HR • HO 


8:00 am - 3:00 pm 

WMF004 

iPads in Primary Classrooms 

Gayle Berthiaume, Consultant / Trainer, Gayle Berthiaume 

Consulting LLC 

iPads engage young learners. Discover how iPads can be used 

to improve student achievement. Explore apps for early learning, 

picture schedules, curriculum and social skills development. 

Elementary educators brand new to the iPad are welcome and will 

create a word document using Pages and a video using iMovie. 

BYOD • 6HR 

WMF001 

Web Design: Start to Finish Like a Pro 

Michael Sawyer, Instructor, HCC 

Participants will learn to storyboard a website in Adobe’s 

Photoshop and create the pages in Adobe’s Dreamweaver. 

Participants will learn how CSS3 and HTML5 are changing the 

production process and the limitations still faced. 


WMF003 

Nuts to Bolts: Implementing an iPad Program 

Federico Padovan, Immaculate LaSalle High School, 

Archdiocese of Miami 

Are you considering the deployment of an iPad program in your 

school? This hands-on workshop will take you from the planning 

stage thru implementation of an iPad program. You will have the 

opportunity to explore apps, eBooks, and courses that will assist 

you into designing a program at any level. 

MAC/iPad • 6HR • HO 


12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 

WMP034 

Mobile Android Devices in PreK-12 Classrooms 


Android OS3 and OS4-based touch devices offer a perfect blend 

of access to audio, video and applications educators can use to 

enhance instruction using affordable technology. This workshop 

will teach participants about educational applications, address 

management and safety issues and plan instructional activities 

using an Android OS3 or OS4-Based device. 

BYOD • 3HR 


Workshops (continued) 

WMP035 

Supporting Struggling Readers 

with iPad Applications 

Jenna Linskens, Assistant Professor, Marian University 

This workshop informs educators of APPS and creative ways to 

effectively use the iPad to support struggling readers and writers. 

Learn how to use the iPad to improve student performance and 

understanding of concepts through creation. Participants are 

encouraged to bring their iPads to download and try suggested 

applications. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMP031 

Common Core + Apps = Great Partnership 

Cathy Hutchins, Principal, St. Johns County School 

This workshop addresses the different reading and math Common 

Core Standards. Review the top 20 apps in grades K-5. Learn how 

best to utilize apps and discover the latest apps that address the 

preK-5 standards. Leave with resources to help you implement the 

Core immediately after FETC. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMP033 

Moodle 2 Advanced: Beyond the Basics 

Steve Pillow, Assistant Professor/Technology Specialist, 

MidAmerica Nazarene University 

This workshop will extend and enhance the skills of Moodle 2 

users. Focus will be on using the tools and features in Moodle 

2, tips for Moodle administrators and key instructional design 

principles. Participants will work in a Moodle course sandbox and 

explore the elements learned throughout the session. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMP032 

Digitally Transform Your Classroom 

with Technology 

Stephen Veliz, Teacher, Swift Creek Middle School 

Secondary teachers from all curriculum areas can transform 

teaching and learning using free Web 2.0 tools and resources. 

Establish a digital footprint, weave 21st century skills into 

classroom activities and immediately impact student achievement. 

Engage students with blogging, collaborating and creating digital 

products online. Learn today and implement Monday! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMP036 

Creating Instructional Materials Using the iPad 

Kathy Schrock, Educational Technologist 

Learn to use your iPad effectively as a teaching tool. This workshop 

will provide you with tips, tricks, hardware information and apps 

you can utilize for teaching with the iPad in all classrooms. During 

the workshop, participants will create a number of instructional 

materials using different iPad apps. The list of apps to download 

before you come is located here: http://linkyy.com/byoi 

BYOD • 3HR 

WMP023 

Wireless and Mobile Hacks Updated 

Ernest Staats, Technology Director, Georgia Cumberland 

Academy 

This workshop will specifically focus on wireless and mobile 

security vulnerabilities. Session will also cover the basics 

of network sniffing using new portable and mobile hacking 

applications to discover information that is floating around on your 

network. Suggestions on how to counter new mobile threats will be 

addressed. 


WMP030 

Developing eBooks with iBooks Author 

David Futch, Professional Development Specialist, 

Curriculum2Go 

Workshop participants will learn iBooks Author and will create 

eBooks to be used with students. Deliver differentiated content 

to teach your students with iPads. Participants will use free tools: 

iBook Author and open education resources or their own content 

(text, images, audio, video) to create their first digital book. 


WMP026 

Amazing Web 2.0 Projects for Students 

Carolyn McCarthy, Educational Technology Consultant, REMC 

Michigan developed the 21things4students.net project, providing 

free web tools addressing NETS-S. Used by over 600 classrooms 

and adopted to assess student technology proficiency, this site 

uses project-based Web 2.0 resources for teaching. A game-like 

environment engages students with Quests, Points, Badges and 

iPad app. A complete technology curriculum for free! 


WMP027 

Using Google Tools to Change What Happens 

in Your Classroom 

Rushton Hurley, Executive Director, NextVista.org 

Google tools help your classroom go paperless, help students 

learn to take notes and study effectively, save time and help 

everyone learn to find and intelligently evaluate the endless 

resources available. This workshop demonstrates new possibilities 

for teaching and learning using a variety of free Google 

collaborative tools. 


WMP024 

Beginning Edmodo: Integrate Your 

Classroom Today 

Kacey Sensenich, Instructional Technology Coordinator, 

Cumberland County Schools 

Join an interactive workshop! Real-time collaborative learning 

has never been easier with Edmodo, a free and secure learning 

network that allows for teachers, students and parents to connect, 

share content, access homework, turn in assignments and receive 

information, using any online device. Get set up and start using 

Edmodo immediately! 



January 28 - 31, 2013 


WMP022 

Use Web Tools and Apps to Flip Classrooms 

John Kuglin, Senior Consultant, Kuglin Consulting 

Educators flipping classrooms often create short video clips or use 

mobile device apps. This workshop will merge these two powerful 

worlds, plus mix in several innovative free Web 2.0 tools and 

resources to give you an unique perspective for how to flip your 

classroom. Experience solutions you can use immediately! 


WMP021 

Using Google Collaboration Tools 

Lisa Thumann, Assistant Director, Kean University 

Bring students, teachers and administrators together using Google 

tools. Google website and document creation tools offer real-time 

editing, powerful sharing controls and seamless compatibility; an 

ideal environment for working and learning. Sharing is simple with 

these collaborative Google Apps including Google Docs, Calendar, 

Gmail, Groups and Google+. 


WMP025 

Electrify Distance Learning by Creating 

Interactive Textbooks 

Julius Su, CEO and Secretary, Su-Kam Intelligent Education 

Systems, Inc. 

Engage in a new platform where teachers and students build 

interactive textbooks together online, collaborating on ideas, 

questions and explanations. An algorithm then integrates these 

creations into a coherent narrative, providing each student with an 

individualized learning experience. Explore this software in a series 

of guided activities and free exploration. 

PC • 3HR • HO • FDLA 


4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 

WME051 

Math Intervention with iPad Applications 


This workshop informs educators of apps and creative ways 

to use the iPad effectively to support students struggling with 

math concepts. Learn how to use the iPad to improve student 

performance and understanding of math concepts. Participants 

are encouraged to bring their iPads to download and try suggested 

applications. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WME047 

Clouds in the Classroom 

Charles Moseley, Technology Integration Specialist, St. Johns 

County Public School System 

Cloud computing is one of the hottest topics in the K-12 

community. Participants will gain an understanding of cloud 

computing, explore the many benefits and examine the current 

limitations to implementing clouds in the classroom. Learn to 

safely maneuver your classrooms around in the cloud! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WME049 

Flip Your Classroom with Moodle 


Curriculum2Go 

Learn to use Moodle and the Flipped Classroom together to create 

a dynamic, high-energy and high achieving classroom! Experience 

a live elearning environment delivering audio, video and selfassessments, 

then explore how to use these resources to flip a 

class! Get examples Moodle content and see a flipped classroom 

model lesson. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WME050 

Student Created Books in the iClassroom 

Lisa Johnson, Educational Technologist, North East ISD 

Content + Student Innovation + iPad = Student-Created Books in 

iClassroom. Publishing student content in book form is a novel way 

to showcase learning. Enjoy a hands-on workshop with various 

book creation apps. Showcased app-tivities support all grade 

levels and content areas. Share our app-thusiasm for iLearning in 

the iClassroom! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WME052 

iPad A to Z 

Leslie Fisher, Chief Geek, lesliefisher.com 

This workshop overviews the iPad for those new to the iPad as 

well as seasoned veterans. Discover applications for personal 

productivity, the classroom and apps that are just plain fun! 

Explore the places to find applications and great accessories for 

your device. Take home lots of tips and tricks! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WME048 

Digital Collaborator: Online Tools 

for Work and Feedback 

Carlos Fernandez, Instructional Technology Coordinator, Leon 


Utilize new collaboration tools that simplify your work and help 

reach new levels of interaction with both students and coworkers. 

Discover how to integrate free digital tools: LiveBinders, 

YouSendIt, Socrative, Tricider, PrimaryPad, Crocodoc, Yugma, 

GroupMe, Wallwisher, Dabbleboard, ShowMe, Meebo, 

Sharendipity, WriteBoard, Linoit, WeVideo, Celly, PollEverywhere, 

Etherpad, Dropittome, Typewith.me and more. 

BYOD • 3HR 



WME046 

Literacy: Reading and Writing Books with the iPad 

Patsy Lanclos, Educator, Author 

The iPad creates many opportunities for reading and increasing 

literacy from dedicated book apps engaging students to apps that 

serve as libraries and read aloud audio apps. Create digital books 

and spark the creative spirit in children. Experience how easy it is 

to write a digital story on an iPad. 


WME037 

Hunting for the Core 

Salena Rabidoux, Technology Liaison/Lecturer, University of 

North Carolina Wilmington 

Learn how to engage students with high tech scavenger hunts. 

This workshop will be an interactive experience using Common 

Core lessons combining GPS, Geocaching and QR Codes. GPS 

will be provided and everyone will receive copies of all lessons 

and resource links. Attendees should bring devices that scan QR 

codes. 


WME044 

Create the Ultimate Technology Project Today! 


Integrate engaging and effective technology projects into your 

classroom with the right tools and easy-to-use free projects. 

Customized for diverse learners, student-created projects utilize 

movies, avatars, digital books and more while finding authentic 

audiences. Learn how to grade and assess these creative 

masterpieces! You’ll be ready to implement on Monday! 


WME043 

Dreaming Up a Disney Inspired STEM Lesson 


Prepare students for the STEM enhanced world. In this project 

based learning curriculum activity, students design an attraction 

for Disney World. This technology rich task includes research, data 

analysis, building and testing models and making presentations. 

This dynamic lesson integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, 

Math, Writing, Speaking, Technical and Personal Skills. 


WME039 

Dreamweaver 101: Up and Running in Three Hours 

Ryan Visser, Instructional Technology Faculty, Clemson 

University 

Adobe’s Dreamweaver is powerful, affordable and can be easy 

to use. Come learn the basic skills you need to create, edit and 

publish your website. 


WME040 

CSI FETC: Computer Forensics and Data Recovery 

Brent Williams, Director, iTeach Center, Kennesaw State 

University 

Computer forensics and data recovery is a fascinating and 

necessary topic. This workshop will cover procedures; 

demonstrate techniques and show useful tools related to PC 

and mobile device forensics. CSI is not just a TV show: it is an 

important aspect of properly managing educational technology. 


WME041 

Advanced Edmodo: Implementation 

to Full Integration 

Kevin Combs, Teacher/Technology Trainer, E.E. Smith High 

School 

Teach with tools students crave. Realtime collaborative learning 

has never been easier with Edmodo! Facilitate student learning, 

explore effective management strategies and get tips and tricks 

for gamification. Organize and share library resources. Use 

Edmodo integration with a digital library full of resources you can 

start using tomorrow. 


WME042 

Desktop and Mobile Videoconferencing 

for Education 

Linda Dickeson, Distance Learning Manager, Lincoln Public 

Schools 

Learn how desktop and mobile videoconferencing enables 

connections and collaborations. Discover how Lincoln 

Public Schools in Nebraska use videoconferencing for 

surprising solutions that stand-alone or blend with traditional 

videoconference endpoints. Learn about H.323 and what 

applications are available. Bring a laptop, iPad or Android tablet to 

participate and develop implementation strategies. 


WME038 

Build a Classroom Website with Google Sites 


Learn to leverage the power of Google Sites to build a robust 

web page for students, faculty or clubs. Dynamic (and secure) 

classroom websites built in Google Sites are an easy way to create 

web pages for class projects. Control what’s public and what’s 

private. No coding or HTML required. 


WME045 

Infographics for the Math and Science Classroom 

with iWork 

Gordon Worley, Florida Center for Instructional Technology, 

University of South Florida 

Graphic visual representation of data, information and knowledge 

is a critical skill for the digital age. Students and educators need 

the appropriate digital tools to develop “infographics.” The iWork 

suite of applications makes it easy to create professional-looking 

“infographics” for the math and science classroom. 



January 28 - 31, 2013 



8:00 am – 11:00 am 

WTA071 

iPads for Administrators 


This workshop provides administrators an exploration of effective 

applications and creative ways to utilize the iPad professionally to 

support evaluation, organization and communication. Learn about 

applications and iPad management within the school setting. 

Participants are encouraged to bring their iPads to download and 

try applications. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTA067 

Expanding Your Technology Tool Belt 

with New Gadgets 

Steve Pillow, Assistant Professor/Technology Specialist, 

MidAmerica Nazarene University 

Learn about gadgets that can enhance your teaching, engage 

students, increase efficiency and improve learning! Physical 

gadgets, Web 2.0 gadgets and iPad gadgets will be the focus of 

this hands-on session. Participants will have a fun, interactive 

workshop with time to try all the latest technological tools. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTA070 

iPads in the Classroom Train the Trainer 


University 

The iPad is revolutionizing education and schools are buying 

iPads by the thousands. This workshop provides materials to train 

teachers quickly on the capabilities of the iPad and how it can be 

used in the classroom. This workshop is designed for attendees to 

redeliver the content in their own school. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTA072 

iPad Video Production 

Rob Zdrojewski, Technology Teacher and Trainer, Amherst 

Central School District 

Learn to create digital storytelling projects using iOS apps to 

produce digital video. Experience the advantages of various apps 

including: iMovie, Splice, Videolicious, Coach’s Eye, Green Screen 

and Video FX. Explore optional accessories including tripods and 

microphones. Ascertain the workflow by bringing your own device 

to create with each app. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTA069 

Transforming Technology Integration 

for the New Learner 


Kindergartners were born the same year the Wii and iPhone were 

released. These students are not the same learners we had the first 

decade of the millennium and our curriculum integration shouldn’t 

be either! Explore proven and emerging ways to revolutionize 

schools with technology-infused curriculum for student discovery 

and creation! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTA068 

Digital Publishing: Share Student Work 

with Online Tools 

Stephen Veliz, Teacher, Swift Creek Middle School 

Put students’ work in front of a global audience and motivate 

their writing! Learn to use free Web 2.0 tools to publish student 

products online. Engage with various platforms including Blogger, 

Kidblog, Posterous, Tumblr. Explore the use of social networking 

services for sharing student work: Twitter, Pen.io, Ning and more! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTA059 

APPS and Web Tools to Support Marzano’s 

Instructional Strategies 


Many teachers are familiar with apps and web tools and would 

like to use them with students. Those tools can be integrated into 

structured activities that actually impact student learning. This 

workshop helps you move from how to use apps and tools to 

effective instructional design for all classrooms. 


WTA063 

Stunningly Simple Presentations 

and Amazingly Easy Videos 

Rushton Hurley, Executive Director, NextVista.org 

Using free resources and software, anyone can make digital media 

presentations that engage students, improve learning and help 

promote programs at their school! Join a Google Certified Teacher 

for good ideas and good fun on possibilities in Windows 7, as well 

as project ideas and endless list of free resources. 


WTA062 

The Flipped Classroom! 

Patrick Bohnet, Curriculum Implementation Support 

Consultant, CARC 

This workshop will model strategies of the “flipped classroom” 

that you can use with your students. Gain insight through a live 

demonstration of a variety of ways to implement the flipped 

instruction model. Learn how to develop recorded instruction and 

post in Edmodo. Basic video editing will also be reviewed. 




WTA060 

Digital Backdrops to Promote Reading 

Larry Bedenbaugh, Educational Technology Facilitator, 

Seminole County Public Schools 

Learn how to connect and encourage digital aged students to 

read text-based books. See how combining the elements of digital 

storytelling, Google Earth and primary source documentation mix 

to create digital backdrops for books. These digital backdrops 

engage students in literature and motivate them to read 

productively. 


WTA064 

Simple Web 2.0 Tools for Complex Learning 

Sandra Wozniak, Director of Curriculum and Technology, 

TregoED 

Explore how you can upgrade your lessons for the 21st Century 

with some simple web tools. Integrating this technology will 

increase student engagement and achievement. Discover how 

integrating your curriculum will allow students to experience digital 

communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity! 

BYOD • 3HR • HO 

WTA066 

Make Your Own eBook! 

Rick Reece, Instructional Technology Specialist, Rick Reece 

Consulting 

Create your own eBooks for students to use on their iPads! Using 

free iBooks Author software, learn to create exciting eBooks and 

course materials that include movies and interactive elements. 

Bring your own iPad and cable to preview your work and leave with 

step-by-step handouts, sample files and other creation ideas. 


WTA057 

Building Mobile Web Pages 


Learn to build web pages that look good on mobile phones. 

Participants will utilize Adobe’s Dreamweaver to create a simple 

site that uses the HTML 5 Media Query to load different external 

CSS code based on the resolution of their screen. 


WTA058 

PDF ePortfolios: For Students and Educators! 


Schools 

PDF ePortfolios created with Acrobat Pro are great for showcasing 

student work. Learn how administrators and educators can also 

use an ePortfolio to organize and share content. Learn how to edit 

and prepare forms, movies, images and files of any type in PDF 

ePortfolios. 


WTA061 

Open Source Technologies and Learning Content 

Management Systems for Classroom Use 

Leonid Rabinovich, Training Analyst, Broward County Public 

Schools 

Open source technologies offer a cost-effective solution for 

educational organizations to deploy robust learning-content 

management systems for online communication, collaboration 

and content management. Explore available applications, their 

capabilities and functionalities and the options for an enterprisewide 

deployment. Emphasis will be placed on installing, 

configuring and using WordPress and Moodle. 


WTA065 

Make the Most of Google Docs 


Collaborate in real-time with free Google Docs! Learn everything 

you need to know about Google Docs to increase personal 

and student productivity. Engage with web-based documents, 

spreadsheets, drawings and presentations that let users edit the 

same file at the same time. Share files with anytime, anywhere 

secure collaboration and feedback. 



8:00 am – 3:00 pm 

WTF053 

Deploying Moodle 2+ for Administrators 

Mark McCall, Vice President of Professional Services, Remote- 

Learner 

Navigate through the features and options of Moodle 2+ 

administration while working in a sandbox site. Moodle is gaining 

powerful new features for the administrator, course developer 

and student with each new release. This workshop will cover 

customizing Moodle for your environment, potent features and 

planning for your Moodle Deployment. 



12:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

WTP084 

Learning Through Global Collaboration, 

Exploration and Innovation 

Gayle Berthiaume, Consultant / Trainer, Gayle Berthiaume 

Consulting LLC 

Learn to use global collaborative projects with your students. 

Discover strategies and resources for engaging students in global 

citizenship and challenge based learning activities. Integrate ideas 

centered around learning through global collaboration. Workshop 

will highlight resources for facilitating learning through global 

collaboration. 

BYOD • 3HR 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


WTP088 

The iPad in the Language Arts Classroom 

John Long, Specialist, School District of Palm Beach County 

Discover innovative ways to use technology in language arts. This 

workshop will provide participants with five iPad strategies to use in 

their classroom. These strategies model, provide for guided instruction 

and time for independent learning. Learn new ideas for integration and 

evaluation. Design your digital mobile learning environment. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTP087 

Harnessing the Power of Your iPad: 

Apps for Administrators 


As a school administrator, you are constantly gathering data, not 

just related to student performance, but for a variety of purposes. 

You have an iPad and like the mobility it affords you. Now you’re 

ready to tackle some of these tasks using your iPad. This BYO iPad 

and BYO laptop workshop helps you identify free and low-cost 

apps you can use to harness the power of your iPad for informal 

observational tasks ranging from campus maintenance checks to 

classroom walkthroughs and more. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTP086 

Engaging Students with Netbooks and Web 2.0 


Curriculum2Go 

Learn from 1-to-1 implementation experts who deployed netbooks 

in classrooms. Explore purchasing guides, development of 

curriculum, computer based and Web 2.0 applications that 

will promote successful implementation. Get extensive digital 

resources for classroom management, step-by-step guides 

for applications and time to experience the “student side” of a 

netbook classroom. 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTP080 

17 Top Google Tools For Educators 


Learn to use Google to its full potential. Explore an impressive 

array of applications that most educators have never heard of 

or used in their classrooms. Discover 17 new tools, features 

and applications. Each Google tool will be explained and 

demonstrated, with tutorial and illustrations 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTP085 

Appademics: Teach Students 

to Create Mobile Apps! 

Sean O’Neil, Technology Coordinator, Antioch High School 

Teach students to make mobile applications. Participants will 

create their own mobile application. Android users will install 

apps during the session while iPhone apps can only be viewed 

on the web. Learn tips and tricks to take this lesson home so your 

students can be creators, not just consumers! 

BYOD • 3HR 

WTP075 

Windows 7: Train the Trainer 


University 

School systems are now deploying Windows 7 with great 

enthusiasm. This workshop provides a hands-on “train the trainer” 

experience and PowerPoint slides that can be used with your 

teachers to redeliver this workshop. Help teachers in your school 

make a smooth transition from Windows XP to Windows 7. 


WTP079 

Flippin’ Video: Mobile Video Across 

the Curriculum 

Arnie Abrams, Professor Emeritus of Digital Media, Southern 

Oregon University 

Students and teachers can use small video cameras and smart 

phone video in unprecedented ways. Learn how to effectively 

utilize video devices in schools. Discover applications for digital 

video across the curriculum. Explore 10 classroom video and 

digital storytelling projects shared online. Get video production 

and editing tips! 


WTP078 

10 Teacher-Friendly Tools 

for Unleashing Creativity 

Tim Wilhelmus, Innovation, Curriculum and Technology 

Specialist, Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation 

Creativity is now the highest level of Bloom’s Taxonomy and 

today’s media-rich environment makes it possible for students 

to express themselves creatively anytime. In this workshop, 

participants will learn about 10 simple, free and powerful tools that 

anyone can use to bring their ideas to life in the classroom. 


WTP076 

Educational Uses of Digital Storytelling 

Larry Bedenbaugh, Educational Technology Facilitator, 

Seminole County Public Schools 

Digital Storytelling exemplifies the best of technology integration 

in all subject areas and all grade levels. Gain instruction on the 

use of free multimedia tools to engage students. No matter 

the technology proficiency level, all participants will leave with 

the ability and resources to bring digital storytelling to their 

classrooms. 


WTP082 

25 Apps that Work in STEM Classrooms 

Martha Green, Instructional Technology Specialist, Collier 

County Public Schools 

Explore 25 kid-tested and teacher-vetted apps our district is 

currently using in our elementary school classrooms. All apps are 

either free or low cost and align to STEM classroom activities. 

Learn techniques for locating, evaluating and purchasing apps to 

make the best decisions between the thousands of apps available. 




WTP073 

Flash: New Directions 

with Application Development 


Participants will create simple applications with Adobe’s Flash for 

mobile devices and desktops alike. Participants will need strong 

computer skills, but little knowledge in using Adobe’s Flash. 


WTP081 

Adobe Photoshop Elements for Rookies 


Schools 

Learn the basics of Photoshop Elements, the affordable Adobe 

Digital Editing tool based on the same software as Photoshop. 

Participants will learn basic photo corrections, understand 

size and resolution issues, learn to work with layers for adding 

enhancement and learn the power of combining images for 

creative classroom project ideas. 


WTP074 

Digital Video: How To Screencast 

Rob Zdrojewski, Technology Teacher and Trainer, Amherst 

Central School District 

Flipped classrooms are only possible with screencasting. Learn 

how to create screencasts with a variety of tools and platforms. 

Evolve teaching from direct instruction to screencasting so 

students have anytime, anywhere access to classroom instruction. 

Combine with an online learning platform to create a 24/7 learning 

environment. 



8:00 am – 10:00 am 

WW1098 

Doc Cam Magic: Cutting Edge Visual Tricks 


Immersive. Interactive. Hands-on. Experience how best practices 

with emerging technologies in document cameras can make magic 

happen in the classroom. Innovative applications of document 

cameras using video capture, time lapse, video conferencing, 

wireless mobility and stereoscopic 3D capability will turn lessons 

into captivating visuals faster than you can say abracadabra! 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW1100 

Flipped Classroom: Experiential Model 

for Learning 

Jackie Gerstein, Online Faculty, Boise State, American 

Intercontinental, Western Governor’s Universities 

Learn strategies for integrating the flipped model into classrooms. 

This method is based on the experiential learning cycle where 

video lectures are included in a framework of technology-enhanced 

learning activities. Hear how to use technology to support student 

learning, exploration, reflection and demonstration of knowledge. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW1097 

Advanced Creative Uses of iPads 

Luis Perez, Doctoral Student, Department of Special Education, 


This advanced workshop will focus on tips and tricks that can help 

iPad using educators. Get innovative apps that make it possible to 

use an iPad as an interactive whiteboard and classroom response 

system. Explore apps for flipping the classroom, including those 

that can be used to create multimedia tutorials. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW1099 

Learning Circles: Collaborative 

Online Learning Model 

Margaret Riel, Prof, Pepperinde University 

Learning circles offer higher levels of engagement and involvement 

of learners for collaboration. Experience working in learning circles 

and explore solutions to instructional problems. The goal is to 

develop a plan to use learning circles with learners of different 

ages to increase knowledge, develop skills and manage new 

identities. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW1092 

Common Core Standards + Technology = 

Teacher-Friendly 

Barbara Fischer, Second Grade Teacher/Tech Con, Eustis 

Elementary School 

Learn how to integrate the common core standards in social 

studies and science utilizing technology. Create integrated 

common core lesson plans and develop them into SMARTboard 

lessons. Access common core lesson plans from other states 

and adapt them to fit your elementary social studies and science 

curriculum needs. 


WW1091 

Improve Research and Writing Skills 

with Digital Storytelling 

Talitha Hudgins, Associate Professor, Utah Valley University 

Learn how to apply digital storytelling in the classroom to improve 

students’ research and writing skills across the curriculum. 

Methods will be demonstrated that allow students to take large 

amounts of information, synthesize that information and turn it into 

stories for a global audience. 



January 28 - 31, 2013 


WW1090 

INK WELL: Crafting a Digital Publication 

Kelly Little, Educator, NBCT, Lawton Chiles High School 

Imagine students collaborating as artists, writers and editors on 

a web-based digital project. Expand your technology toolbox, 

develop an action plan and framework designed to support a 

student-managed digital literary magazine. Explore applicable 

webtools for executing a successful digital publishing project you 

can implement in any classroom. 


WW1093 

Classroom-in-a-Box: Using Android Tablets 

for Learning 

Elliot Soloway, Professor, University of Michigan 

The $100 computer is a 7-inch Android Tablet. Put 30 in a box; load 

tablets with mobile learning software and curriculum; include PLN 

teacher enrollment and instant mobile learning begins! Experience 

the classroom-in-a-box. The Mobile Learning Center is offering the 

tablet software, the curriculum and the PLN free of charge. 


WW1096 

Take Your Best Shot with an iDevice 

Anna Marie Pierpont, Library Media Specialist, Floresta 

Elementary 

Enhance student projects by using iPhones or iPads to take and 

manipulate photos. Learn great tips for improving shots. Work 

using free apps to edit and prepare photos for effective student 

projects. Take away access to step-by-step handouts, sample 

files and ideas for classroom integration. Bring your iPhone or 

iPad. 


WW1089 

Online Tools for Your Teaching Toolbox 

Gail Lovely, independent educator, LovelyLearning.com 

In this workshop participants will learn to use great online tools 

to add to their elementary digital toolbox. Create materials for 

students, classroom management and organization, learning 

activities and a few extra gems! Get time to try these tools and 

discuss why and how they are useful classroom implementations. 


WW1095 

Make Movie Trailers with iMovie 


Invigorate and excite your students using movie trailers to 

introduce new topics and tell stories about classroom activities. 

Participants will learn to import video and still images as they 

develop a storyboard and create a finished movie. 


WW1094 

iPad in the Common Core Math Classroom 

James Welsh, Florida Center of Instructional Technology, 


The development of students’ mathematical practice is a 

key component for the implementation of the Common Core 

Standards. This workshop will focus on digital content and apps 

available on iPad that provide opportunities for educators to 

develop those math skills with students. 



10:30 am – 12:30 pm 

WW2110 

Making Education Stick: Veni, Vidi, Velcro 

(I came, I saw, it stuck) 

Lynell Burmark, CEO, educatebetter.org 

I came, I saw, it stuck! Experience replicable lessons built on 

“sticky” (unforgettable) principles. Discover the complementary 

roles of context, images, music, story and the senses. Get the 

latest research on raising test scores 15-50%. Exercise your gray 

cells and laughing muscles. Enter to win great giveaways! 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW2111 

How to Make 1:1 Initiative Work 

Blake Everhart, Technology Director, Yorktown Community 

Schools 

This workshop will walk you through every step of a 1:1 

environment from the standpoint of a Technology Director, 

Principal and Teacher. Gain understanding on how to approach 

personnel in your district in order to start a 1:1 initiative. Create a 

vision for implementing a 1:1 School or District initiative. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW2112 

GoogleEdu Evolution Revolution 

Ann Witherspoon, Social Studies Teacher, Midlothian ISD 

A new world is evolving; we are preparing students for jobs that 

probably don’t yet exist. Discover specific ways to revolutionize 

student work with GoogleEdu apps that allow students to connect, 

collaborate, conceptualize and create content that will develop 

skills for the future technological world they will live in. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW2109 

iPads and Young Learners 

Gail Lovely, independent educator, LovelyLearning.com 

Learning is now at the fingertips of young children! Explore 

developmentally appropriate uses and apps for iPads in early 

learning. This workshop will focus on management tips, free and 

inexpensive apps, collaboration, implementation and things to 

consider as you add to app collections. 

BYOD • 2HR 



WW2104 

Blending Technologies and Project-Based Science 

Mary Starr, Consultant, Starr Consultants 

Science learning can be extended through the integration of 

powerful and appropriate technology tools. In this highly interactive 

workshop, many of those tools will be explored. Participants will 

use technological tools and see how they are blended into the 

project-based science curriculum. 


WW2102 

Teaching Techniques To Make 

Your Students “Flip” 

Stacey O’Connor, 6th Grade Teacher, Robert Louis Stevenson 

School of the Arts 

Learn how to “flip” your traditional classroom into a creative, 

engaging 21st century learning community. Discover how to inspire 

and motivate elementary students using multimedia tools such 

as Glogster, PhotoStory3, Google Docs, Edmodo, Wall Wisher, 

Prezi and more! Innovative teaching strategies, rubric based 

assessments and lessons will be shared. 


WW2105 

Twitter 201: Advanced Twitter Tips and Tools 

Susan Bearden, Director of Information Technology, Holy Trinity 

Episcopal Academy 

Maximize your use of Twitter as a professional tool for building a 

Personal Learning Network. Discover how to leverage the power 

of this social network with advanced Twitter tips! Topics include 

chats; clients; advanced searching and lists; analytics, directories 

and aggregation services; etiquette, mobile apps, browser 

extensions and other tools. 


WW2103 

Kids Want to Learn Computer Science 

Joanne Barrett, Director Instructional Technology, The Out-of- 

Door Academy 

Computer Science education is a priority. All students deserve 

the opportunity to explore computer science. Discover great free 

tools that don’t require a computer science degree to master. 

Learn three computer programs: Scratch, Alice and Greenfoot. 

Learn how these tools can be used and spark new interests in your 

students. 


WW2101 

Global Uses of Google Tools for Beginners 

Cindy Lane, Independent Contract Trainer 

Use free Google Tools to create a global and innovative classroom! 

Learn Google Earth, Maps, Sketch Up, Lit Trips and Panoramio. 

Get hands-on experience and acquire proven instructional 

strategies to improve student learning. Explore resources with a 

Google Certified Trainer and leave ready to share with colleagues 

and students immediately! 


WW2106 

iPad for Administrators 

John Long, Specialist, Palm Beach County Schools 

Effective administrators need access to tools for daily school 

operations and management. Discover the features and 

functions of an iPad to enhance administrative tasks such as 

communication, collaboration and planning, presentation and 

accountability for teachers and students. 


WW2107 

Create Photo Journals with iPhoto 

Gordon Worley, Florida Center for Instructional Technology, 


Use iPhoto to document events and tell stories. During this 

workshop participants will learn to use iPhoto to organize, edit and 

develop digital journals that tell personal stories. Upon completion 

of the workshop participants will know how to create a photo 

journal with images and text. 



1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 

WW3121 

Poetry in Motion: Making Movies the iPad 

Warren Dale, Technology Facilitator, Los Angeles Unified 

School District 

Move over Mr. Spielberg; a new generation of storytellers has 

arrived! In this workshop, you’ll learn to design, shoot, edit and 

share curriculum-based movies. Bring your iPhone, iPad or iPod. 

Choose a short poem for your movie and please have iMovie 

installed on your preferred handheld device. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW3124 

Experiential Mobile Learning: 

Students’ Authentic Learning 

Jackie Gerstein, Online Faculty, Boise State, American 

Intercontinental, Western Governor’s Universities 

Leveraging mobile devices as learning tools promotes 

interpersonal communication, encourages student expression and 

builds collaborative relationships. This workshop will incorporate 

technology that students currently use including cell phones, 

social networking, laptops, blogs and digital cameras. These 

activities focus upon building cultural sensitivity, teamwork and 

problem solving, self-reflection and self-exploration. 

BYOD • 2HR 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


WW3123 

Use QR Codes to Extend Educational Materials 

Luis Perez, Doctoral Student, Department of Special Education, 


Learn about the fast readability and storage capacity of QR code 

(Quick Response) technology. Create QR codes to add online 

content to existing textbooks and educational materials. Using 

QR codes allows educators to repurpose what they already have 

available without sacrificing the currency and relevance of the 

information for students. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW3122 

Wiki, Prezi and Thready Projects 

and Presentations 

Julie Joyner, Instructor, Florida Virtual School 

Learn how a free Prezi, Wiki, or Voice Thread can add to your tech 

tool box. Teach real life collaboration skills and engage students with 

Web 2.0 projects and presentations. Collaborate with colleagues as 

you create live lessons that are easily updated. It’s fun and it is easy! 

This workshop requires the use of the Adobe Flash player. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW3114 

eBooks: Create a Publishing Culture 

in Your School 

Scot McAtee, Business / CTE Teacher, Twin Lakes High School 

Creating and publishing eBooks can be free and easy! Learn how 

to set up your own successful project while generating passion and 

excitement in students. Students gain valuable technological and 

entrepreneurial skills. Implement ePublishing to create a school 

cultural shift where students are eager to write, edit and publish! 


WW3116 

Create Digital Interactive Math Content That 

Students Can Use for FREE 

Tom Reardon, Mathematics Teacher and Technology Specialist, 

Youngstown State University/Fitch High School 

Use sliders, animation and color in TI-Nspire Teacher Software to 

easily create interesting and high quality mathematics activities 

that your students can interact with using a free document 

player. These activities will assist your students’ learning and 

understanding. Obtain 200 classroom-tested activities from middle 

school, algebra, geometry, through calculus. 


WW3120 

Digital Product- Based Learning 

Matthew McDonald, 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher, Mary G. 

Porter Traditional School 

Learn how to incorporate multitudes of technologies into a digital 

product-based learning environment. All content areas will benefit, 

and the integration of language arts and social studies utilizing 

technology will be highlighted. Learn to create activities where the 

final products include QR codes, iMovies, podcasts, online maps 

and digital stories. 


WW3115 

Student Progress: Innovative Practices 

to Capture Evidence 

Karen McEvoy, Educational Consultant K-6, Ottawa Catholic 

School Board 

Explore how technology can be used to engage students in 

thoughtful social networks and collaborative tasks that elicit 

higher order thinking skills and rich discourse. Provide descriptive 

feedback, monitor student progress and gather evidence of 

conversations, observations and products using Edmodo, Google 

Apps, Hangouts, SMART Notebook, Glogster and Document 

Cameras. 


WW3113 

Lesson Design for Game Based Learning (GBL) 

Andrew Miller, National Faculty, ASCD 

Game Based Learning (GBL) is an emergent tool in education 

to engage students in technology and inquiry rich learning 

environments. Participants will understand the different levels 

of GBL implementation and the best practices in lesson 

design. Example GBL lessons and tools will be reviewed to arm 

participants with effective contexts. 


WW3117 

Flipped Classroom: Students Create with Storify 

Sherry Jones, Adjunct Instructor, Community College of Denver 

Turn students into enthusiastic researchers, journalists and 

presenters! Design multimodal research assignments for projectbased 

learning in flipped courses using Storify, a free curator tool 

with easy to use features for researching and documenting content 

including Tweets, Flickr and Instagram images, Soundcloud audios 

and Youtube videos. Present these multimedia projects weekly! 


WW3118 

iPad in the Common Core Elementary Classroom 

James Welsh, Florida Center of Instructional Technology, 


The development of literacy, comprehension, speaking and 

presentation skills is embedded in the Common Core standards. 

Participants will explore a variety of digital resources, apps and 

eBooks that support teaching and learning for English/Language 

Arts utilizing the iPad as an instructional tool. 


WW3119 

Animation with Keynote 

Brandon Kari, Digital Art Teacher, Ocoee Middle School 

Keynote allows students to produce stunning and easy-to-create 

presentations. Animations can present diverse types of subject 

matter though engaging visual presentations. Participants will learn 

how to create animations with Keynote that can be embedded into 

courses and eBooks. 





3:30 pm – 5:30 pm 

WW4135 

Building Your Network: Learning 

with Social Media 

Tim Wilhelmus, Innovation, Curriculum and Technology 

Specialist, Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation 

Come learn how to harness the elegant power of Personal Learning 

Networks (PLNs) as collaboration and professional development 

tools. This workshop will appraise several social media tools and 

resources. Get started with Twitter and other networks to create a 

PLN that helps you be a more effective teacher and learner. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW4134 

The Naked Truth about Full-Frontal Presentations 

Lynell Burmark, CEO, educatebetter.org 

Enough boring bullet points! Time for a new approach that shifts 

the focus from presenter performance to audience growth! 

Participate in small-group “discovery” of the presentation’s key 

points and create your own exemplary 3-slide presentation. 

Downloads include session slides, activities and resources, plus 

enter to win a LCD projector! 

BYOD • 2HR 

WW4132 

iBooks Author 


Wonder what it would be like to have professional lessons or 

compilations of student digital work into published documents? 

This workshop will guide participants through the steps of digital 

book creation, from book cover to publication, by teachers who are 

already publishing in their classroom. 


WW4129 

Digital Footprints: Managing 

Your Online Reputation 

Susan Bearden, Director of Information Technology, Holy Trinity 

Episcopal Academy 

Explore digital footprints and what they mean for teachers, 

administrators and students. Shape digital footprints through 

the use of social media best practices. Evaluate and monitor 

digital footprints using advanced search engine techniques and 

tools. Learn concrete, practical techniques for monitoring online 

reputations and resources for students and parents. 


WW4126 

Flipping the Classroom: 21st Century Innovation 

Jonathan Funk, Technology Teacher, Garden Valley Collegiate 

Classrooms have students of all different levels, abilities and 

learning styles. Each student needs a customized education with 

individualized one-on-one instruction. Teachers can address 

all the students’ needs by flipping the classroom. Learn how 

technology provides solutions to meet the needs of all learners and 

individualizes instruction. 


WW4128 

Tech Tools for Teachers on a Tight Budget 

Richard Jeter, Instructor, Diplomat Middle School 

Provide a high-tech classroom on a tight budget. Gain knowledge 

of versatile freeware applications and resources for classrooms. 

From spreadsheets to 3D modeling and animation, there are 

limitless freeware and cloudware applications for educators who 

have no budget. Get insights into grant opportunities for teachers 

seeking funding for classroom technology. 


WW4125 

Guide to Google Academic Searches 


Tour of the tools and strategies that Google has developed to 

help educators and students focus on spending time synthesizing 

information rather finding it. Explore using Google’s latest search 

techniques to develop strategies for meaningful. Workshop covers 

Google Scholar, book search, readers, news, custom searches and 

digital literacy. 


WW4130 

iPad in the STEM Classroom 

Christen Kaufman and Josh Fell, Edward W. Bok Academy, 

Lake Wales Charter Schools 

STEM education emphasizes the development of students’ 

science, technology engineering and mathematical principles. This 

workshop will allow participants to experience how one school 

in Florida is infusing iPads into the curriculum through hands-on 

activities and engaging apps. 


WW4131 

Developing Courses with iTunes U for iPad 

Nancy Kuznicki, Florida Society for Technology in Education 

It’s easy to build a course for the iPad. Simply gather all the 

materials you need and use iTunes U Course Manager, a webbased 

tool that’s accessible from a browser. This workshop will 

provide participants a fundamental understanding of curating 

content and publishing with iTunes U Course Manager. 



January 28 - 31, 2013 



8:00 am – 10:00 am 

WR1145 

Getting Organized with Your iPad 

Michelle Cheasty, Technology Director, St. Rose High School 

It is easy to get organized with your iPad with programs and apps 

such as Evernote, Dropbox and inClass. Have your calendar, 

notes and everything you need right at your fingertips. Learn 

how to implement these free tools into your classroom and to 

communicate with other teachers, students and parents. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR1146 

Free Academic and Collaborative 

Technology Tools (FACTs)! 

Salena Rabidoux, Technology Liaison/Lecturer, University of 

North Carolina Wilmington 

Get your FACTs using “free academic and collaborative technology 

tools” to enhance K-8 classrooms. Resources categorized by 

reading, mathematics, social studies, science collaborative and 

presentation are available to support all lessons. Participants will 

walk away with an organized digital technology toolkit that includes 

the web resources ready for immediate use! 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR1147 

Create Engaging Digital Presentations 

Lauren Tate, Third Grade Teacher, Cunningham Creek 

Elementary 

Create multimedia presentations that instantaneously engage 

students and colleagues without PowerPoint. Learn the basics 

of creating and sharing with amazing free web tools including: 

SlideShare, SlideRocket, SlideServe, MyPlick, SlideSix, 

AuthorStream, SlideBoom, PowerShow, ZohoShow and Prezi! 

Discover the collaborative benefits of becoming familiar with 

different interfaces to enhance lessons and presentations! 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR1148 

Digital Assessment: Using Online Tools 

and Mobile Devices 

Michael Meechin, Data and Assessment Coordinator, 

Celebration High School 

Discover how mobile devices students carry can be used for 

assessment. This workshop will take participants through free 

online web tools and processes for using mobile devices to 

formatively assess student learning. Engage students with their 

mobile devices, while also assessing student learning. Explore 

best practices for managing mobile devices 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR1137 

Become a Gmail and Calendar Wizard 


Learn a system for managing email and calendar. Whether your 

inbox is backed up and your calendar is in desperate need of an 

update, or you find yourself extremely efficient, there are probably 

some simple things you can do to make your use of these free 

Google tools more productive. 


WR1138 

Advanced Google Learning Apps 


Advanced workshop using Google Earth, Maps and Picassa. 

Discover how to make your own Google Trips by creating a Google 

Earth lesson. Participants will work collaboratively to develop their 

own .KMZ file. This interactive workshop will provide collaborative 

support. Effectively search for lessons and reconfigure them to meet 

specific needs! 


WR1143 

Create Interactive Books with iBooks Author 

Nancy Kuznicki, Florida Society for Technology in Education 

A multi-touch textbook on the iPad is a gorgeous, full-screen 

experience full of interactive diagrams, photos and videos. During 

this hands-on workshop will allow participants to experience 

utilizing iBooks Author to create beautiful multi-touch textbooks 

and just about any other kind of eBook for iPad. 


WR1142 

Maximize Creativity with iPads 

Brandon Kari, Digital Art Teacher, Ocoee Middle School 

The iPad inspires creativity and hands-on learning with features 

you won’t find on any other educational tool. This workshop will 

allow you to experience the various ways iOS creativity apps 

can be electrify teaching and learning. Learn to create and 

share multimedia journals, slideshows, different types of audio 

recordings and movies. 


WR1140 

Google Apps for Administrators 


Learn to use Google Apps as an Administrator. Join a Google 

Certified Trainer to learn how he uses Google Apps to collect 

data, organize district events and create a culture of collaboration. 

Discover ways to apply Gmail, Calendar, Docs and Sites to be an 

efficient and effective administrator. 





10:30 am – 12:30 pm 

WR2157 

iPads, iPods, eReaders and More 

Michelle Cheasty, Technology Director, St. Rose High School 

Mobile devices are everywhere. By utilizing small mobile devices, 

schools can significantly increase student access to digital 

academic information. Reduce the size of backpacks, have access 

to instant, up-to-date textbooks and utilize various types of 

multimedia to enhance curriculum with a variety of mobile tools. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR2158 

Get Your Donkey Cam Kung Fu Black Belt 

Len Scrogan, Asst Professor, University of Colorado-Denver 

Donkey Cam is what some students lovingly call the document 

camera. Learn eight powerful ways to use your classroom 

document camera, along with hundreds of creative integration 

ideas. This TEDx speaker and blogger will reveal practical ways 

to assess, teach and creatively use the ubiquitous classroom 

document camera. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR2160 

WeMap and WeKWL: Collaborative Learning 

on Mobile Devices 

Elliot Soloway, Professor, University of Michigan 

Students can use iPads to collaboratively construct and revise 

concept maps and KWL charts! Bring your iPad and Android 

device. We provide free apps and sample curriculum to support 

collaborative learning! Store the files on the students’ device and 

on a web portal where teachers and parents can access them. 

BYOD • 2HR 

WR2149 

Build your PLC with Google + 


Google+ serves as a powerful tool for education. Explore 

various assets that allow students and educators to create rich 

collaborative environments that support learning opportunities. 

Google+ provides access to an array of Google tools from 

standing favorites, such as YouTube and Picasa to new ones, such 

as Hangouts and Circles. 


WR2150 

Learn to Use Google Collaboration 

Tools Effectively 


Learn to use the basic abilities of Word, PowerPoint and Excel 

in an online collaborative environment with free Google tools. 

Beginners will create an online form to collect information including 

a self-grading script. Participants will learn how Google Docs, 

Calendar, Gmail can support student learning 24/7 in every 

classroom. 


WR2152 

Google Forms to Automate School 


This workshop will focus on how to maximize Google forms 

to collect data, grade assessments, and create workflow for 

your classroom or office. Learn how to automate much of your 

profession through Google forms! 


WR2156 

Shattering Barriers to Space 

through STEM Opportunities 

Dante Buckley, Graduate Researcher / Curriculum 

Technologist, University of Florida / St. Francis Catholic High 

School 

Engage in a teacher’s engineering project utilizing the CubeSat 

experience (EdUCE). Shatter barriers to space with STEM 

objectives utilizing CubeSats to make spacecraft concepts 

accessible to all students. Teach how space systems are designed 

with interchangeable parts and students assemble a CubeSat. Use 

prototype classroom kits and experience a gyrochair! 



January 28 - 31, 2013 


FETC 2013 Exhibitors 

FETC attracts the leading technology suppliers in our community. Preview the Exhibit Hall now using this list of vendors who will be 

exhibiting at this year’s event. For more information on these companies, visit fetc.org. 

2 Know! Classroom Response System 

Abrams Learning Trends 

Absolute Software 

Academic Superstore 

Acer America Corporation 

Adobe Systems, Inc. 

Aerohive Networks, Inc. 

Agile Education Marketing 

AirWatch 

ALEKS Corporation 

ALL In Learning 

American Public University 

American Time & Signal Co. 

Amplify Education, Inc 

Answer Underground 

Anthro Corporation 

APlus Interactive Solutions 

Apperson Education Products 

AppTouch Technologies 

AppTutor Apps 

Archipelago Learning 

Ascend Education 

Astronauts Memorial Foundation 

ASUS Computer Marketing 

Atomic Learning 

Audio Enhancement 

AVer Information Inc 

AVG Technologies USA 

AVID 

AVI-SPL 

AVI-SPL 

AWE 

Balt/Best-Rite 

Barnes & Noble 

Beacon Educator 

Belkin International, Inc. 

Blackboard Inc. 

blendedschool.net 

Blue Raven 

BMS - Business Machine Security 

Boxlight 

Brainchild 

BrainPOP 

Bretford 

Bright White Paper Co. 

Britannica Digital Learning 

Brocade 

Cambium Learning Group/Voyager 

Camcor, Inc. 

CCS Presentation Systems 

CDW-G 

Cengage Learning 

Certiport 

Cetacea Sound Corp 

Chalkable 

Chief Manufacturing 

Cisco 

Classroom Complete Press 

Computer Station 

CPSI Ltd 

Curriculum Associates 

Custom Educational Furniture 

Cyber Acoustics 

Decision ED 

Desire2Learn Incorporated 

Destination Knowledge 

Diamond Lamps 

Discovery Education 

Disney Youth Programs 

Edmodo 

Edsby 

Education Week Digital Directions 

eduphoria! Incorporated 

edutyping.com 

eInstruction 

E-Line Media 

Elmo USA Corp 

Engaging Web Apps 

ePals, Inc 

Epsilen 

Epson 

Espresso Education 

Evernote 

Evisions, Inc 

ExploreLearning 

Facts On File, an Infobase Learning 

Company 

Faronics 

Flocabulary 

Florida Digital Learning Network 

Florida VCM 

Florida Virtual School 

Focus School Software 

Follett Library Resources 

Follett Software Company 

Fortres Grand Corporation 

FPL FiberNet 

Franklin Electronic Publishers 

Frog Publications 

FSU School of Library & Information Studies 

Fujitsu 

FundingFactory 

Gaggle.Net 

GameSalad 

GBC / General Binding Corporation 

GlobalScholar 

Google Chromebooks for Education 

GovConnection, Inc. 

GradeCam 

Gravic, Inc. 

Hatch Early Learning 

Herff Jones Nystrom 

Holmquist Educational Consultants, Inc. 

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 

Howard Technology Solutions 

Human eSources 

i>clicker 

iBoss Security 

Identity Automation 

Insight Systems Exchange 

Instructure 

Intercom Network 

IPEVO, Inc. 

IXL Learning 

JAMF Software 

K12, Inc. 

Kaplan K12 Learning Services 

KeepnTrack/Alexandria 

Ken-A-Vision 

Keyboarding Online 

KEYTEC, Inc. 

Lakeshore Learning Materials 


Exhibitors (continued) 

Learn360 (Division of AIM Education) 

Learning A-Z 

Learning Springs 

LearnKey 

LEGO Education 

Lenovo 

Lightspeed Systems 

Lightspeed Technologies, Inc. 

Livescribe, Inc. 

Lock N Charge Technologies 

Logical Choice Technologies 

Logista 

Lumens Integration, Inc. 

Mackin Educational Resources 

Markerboard People 

McGraw-Hill Education 

Meals Plus 

Media-X Systems Inc. 

Meraki, Inc. 

Mimio 

MIND Research Institute 

Monarch Teaching Technologies 

Moodlerooms 

NBC Learn 

NComputing 

NEC Display Solutions 

NETAPP Inc. 

NetSupport 

New Path Learning 

NOVA Southeastern University 

Novell 

observe4success 

ODYSSEYWARE 

Optoma Technology, Inc. 

OtterBox 

OverDrive, Inc. 

Panasonic Solutions Company 

Partnerpedia 

PASCO scientific 

PBS 

Pearson 

Pepperdine University Graduate School of 

Education 

PEPPM 

Perfection Learning 

Performance Matters, LLC 

Phonak 

Pitsco Catalog 

Plasco ID 

Powerful Learning Practice LLC 

Prepaloo 

Prepworks 

ProctorU 

ProgressBook by Software Answers 

Qomo HiteVision 

Quatro Solutions Consulting Group, LLC 

Qwizdom Inc 

Read Naturally 

Reading Plus/Taylor Associates 

Recorded Books 

Registraton Gateway 

Remote-Learner.net 

Renaissance Learning 

RenWeb School Management Software 

Rhymes ‘n’ Times 

Rise Display 

Rocky Mountain Ram 

Ruckus Wireless 

SAFARI Montage 

Samsung Electronics 

Samsung Techwin America 

Scantron 

Scholastic Inc. 

Scholastic Library Publishing 

Scholastic Professional Media 

School Check In 

School Improvement Network 

School Specialty 

Schoology 

SchoolReach Instant Parent Contact 

SHI 

Shiffler Equipment/ TouchIT Technologies 

ShoreTel 

Skyward, Inc. 

Smiley’s Audio-Visual, Inc. 

Software Express, Inc. 

Sophos 

SP Controls 

Speck Products 

Spectrum Industries, Inc. 

SpellingCity.Com 

Stoneware, Inc. 

Stratasys 3D Printers & Production Systems 

StudySync 

Subtext 

SunGard K-12 Education 

T.H.E. Journal 

TabPilot Learning Systems 

TCPN 

TeachLogic 

TeleMate.Net Software 

Thinkmap/Visual Thesaurus 

Toledo Furniture Company 

Toon Boom Animation, Inc. 

Trident Case 

Triumph Learning 

Troxell 

Turning Technologies 

U.S. Education TV 

United Data Technologies, Inc. 

University of North Texas College of 

Information 

VDOTEK, Inc. 

Vernier Software & Technology 

VEX Robotics 

Video Insight 

Video Lighting Warehouse/ProAV Repair 

Vidifox Technologies 

Vision Database Systems 

Visions Technology in Education 

VitalSource Technologies 

VSCHOOLZ 

WatchGuard Technologies 

World Book 

Worth Ave. Group 

Wyse Technology 

Xirrus, Inc. 

Zaner-Bloser 

Company names in color denote 

conference sponsorship. 

This list reflects FETC 2013 exhibitors 

and sponsors as of 10/22/12. 


January 28 - 31, 2013 


Travel & Housing 

Hotel Information 

Hotel reservations can be made online through the FETC 

Housing Bureau. Please do not call the hotel directly to make 

reservations. FETC hotel reservations should be made through 

the link on the FETC website. If you have questions, please 

contact the housing office at 702-938-1491. Prices shown are 

valid through December 28, 2012. 

ALL reservations must be guaranteed with a credit 

or debit card. 

Hotels will accept cash or credit/debit card payment for your stay 

upon arrival. 

Personal checks will not be accepted. If you plan to pay with 

a school check or purchase order, please note that the check 

or payment should be made out to the hotel directly, not to 

FETC. Checks must be received 14 days before your check-in 

date and should be mailed directly to the hotel. We recommend 

you mail your check after January 1, 2013. 

A cover letter with the following information MUST accompany 

your check: 

n FETC 2013 

n The name of the person(s) the reservation(s) is for 

n Your company/school’s name and address and 

n The contact person’s name, e-mail and phone number 

If your school or organization is tax exempt, you must bring with 

you, or include with your check, a copy of the tax exemption 

certificate. The certificate must be a Florida tax exempt certificate 

(no other state is applicable). The name on the tax exemption 

certificate must match the name on the check. 

For questions regarding housing, please contact: 

SPAC Housing 

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ET 

Phone: 702.938.1491 

housing@1105media.com 

Travel Offers and Discounts 

Air Travel Discounts 

American Airlines is offering discounts to FETC attendees for 

travel to Orlando between January 25 and February 3, 2013. 

Mileage members can receive credit for all American miles flown 

to attend this conference. To take advantage of these discounts, 

please call toll-free, or have your travel agent call: American 

Airlines: 1.800.433.1790, reference number 2113BR. To book your 

discounted ticket online visit www.aa.com and use the discount 

reference number above as the aa.com promotion code. 

Accommodations 

for Persons with Disabilities 

The Orange County Convention Center is wheelchair accessible 

and fully equipped to meet the needs of persons with 

disabilities. All FETC participating hotels also maintain facilities 

to accommodate persons with disabilities. Be sure to state 

your needs when making a reservation. Additional services 

will be available to hearing impaired participants who request 

an interpreter. If you are in need of assistance, please let us 

know prior to the conference, preferably by January 18, 2013 by 

contacting the FETC office at info@fetc.org or 850-219-9600. 

Orange County Convention Center 

FETC 2013 will be held in the SOUTH Concourse of the Orange 

County Convention Center. This venue is located at 9899 

International Drive. It can be easily reached from 

I-4 via State Road 528, Exit #1 (International Drive). The main 

telephone number is 407-685-9800. There is limited parking 

available adjacent to the South Complex of the OCCC. The 

Convention Center currently charges a per-entry fee of $15 for 

passenger vehicles and $25 for oversized vehicles. After 5 pm 

parking rates are $8 for passenger vehicles and $16 for oversized 

vehicles. For any further information regarding the facility, 

please feel free to call Guest Services at 407-685-5963 or e-mail 

Guests@occc.net. 

Shuttle Service 

Complimentary shuttle service will be available to transport 

attendees to and from most of the participating conference 

hotels and the Orange County Convention Center during regular 

conference hours. Please allow 20–30 minutes between the 

Convention Center and your hotel. The Rosen Centre will not have 

shuttle service Tuesday - Thursday, due to its close proximity to 

the Convention Center. Check schedule for hours of operation. 

Wheelchair Accessible Service 

FETC will have a lift-equipped motor coach available during 

regular conference hours to provide service for wheelchair using 

attendees between the conference hotels and the convention 

center. 

Car Rental Discounts 

Avis Rent-a-Car is offering a discount on car rental for FETC 

attendees. To receive the discounted rates, call Avis at 

1.800.331.1600 and use the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) 

number D005872. You can also reserve your car online using the 

FETC Travel Information page. 


Conference Hotels 

Hotel reservations can be made online through the FETC 

Housing Bureau. Please do not call the hotel directly to make 

reservations. FETC hotel reservations should be made through 

the link on the FETC website. If you have questions, please 

contact the housing office at 702-938-1491. Prices shown are 

valid through December 28, 2012. 

Courtyard Marriott International Drive 

$155 single/double 

8600 Austrian Court 

Orlando, FL 32821 

(1.7 miles, about 4 min) 

Doubletree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld 


10100 International Dr. 


(.4 miles, about 1 min) 

Embassy Suites International Drive/Jamaican Court 


8250 Jamaican Ct. 



Embassy Suites Hotel International Drive/ 

Convention Center 

$199 king bed suites 

$219 double/double bed suites 

8978 International Drive 



Hampton Inn-Convention Center 


8900 Universal Blvd. 



Hilton Garden Inn Sea World International 


6850 Westwood Blvd. 



Holiday Inn Resort – The Castle 





Homewood Suites by Hilton-International Drive 

$157 one-bedroom, king suite 

$187 one-bedroom, double bedded suite 




Hyatt Place Orlando Convention Center 

$155 Single/Double 

8741 International Drive 



LaQuinta Inn Orlando 

International Convention Center 

$105 Single/Double 

8300 Jamaican Court 



Rosen Centre Hotel 




(0.28 mile, 1 min) 

Rosen Plaza Hotel 




(0.79 mile, 2 min) 

Westin Imagine 


9501 Universal Blvd. 


(1.0 mile, 3 min) 

Free Paid Free Paid Breakfast Kitchenette 

Internet Internet Fitness Fitness 


AB12 

2013 Registration Form 

January 28 - 31, 2013 

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Conference Pricing 

Pre-Registration 

(Before or on 12/14/12) 

Late Registration 

(After 12/14/12) 

On-Site 

Registration 

☐ Full Conference Registration Fee $215 $265 $265 

☐ Single Day Fee Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday (circle one) $140 $175 $175 

Please use the letter/number code when registering for workshops. (Example: WMP369) 

Fees are listed individually in this brochure. Full payment required to reserve your seat. 

Workshop Selection Code Workshop Fee 

Monday, 

January 28 

Tuesday, 

January 29 

Wednesday, 

January 30 

Thursday, 

January 31 

Conference Fee 

Total Workshop Registration Fee 

8:00 am – 3:00 pm WMF 

8:00 am – 11:00 am WMA 

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm WMP 

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm WME 

8:00 am – 3:00 pm WTF 

8:00 am – 11:00 am WTA 

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm WTP 

8:00 am – 10:00 am WW1 

10:30 am – 12:30 pm WW2 

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm WW3 

3:30 pm – 5:30 pm WW4 

8:00 am - 10:00 am WR1 

10:30 am – 12:30 pm WR2 

(6-hour workshop $225 / 3-hour workshop $125 / 

2-hour workshop $100) 

Promo Code Credit: ______________________________ 

TOTAL FEE DUE 

Demographics 

General Information: (check all that apply) 

☐ I am a first time attendee at FETC. 

☐ I would like more information on being a volunteer. 

☐ I require special assistance. 

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☐ Other 

Sector: (check one) 

☐ Public Education 

☐ Private Education 

☐ Charter 

☐ Home School 

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(Please submit a separate registration form for each person on the Purchase 

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District: 

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☐ Professional Development 

☐ Curriculum Support 

☐ ESE ☐ Other 

School: 

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☐ Administrator (Dean, Director, Manager, etc.) 

☐ Principal/Asst. Principal 

☐ Computer/Technology-Using Educator 

☐ Media Specialist 

☐ Technologist (Tech/Computer, Coordinator/ 

Specialist, Network Administrator, etc.) 

☐ Instructional Support Staff 

☐ Non-Instructional Support Staff 

☐ Consultant/Vendor Other 

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