Tuesday Lakeland 1

Guys, I'm tired. The hills, stairs, and distance around campus is taking its toll on this older body. Today were the three sessions: digital audio, images, and video. We also did a quick look and see podcasts available at iTunes.

Remember to bring water. Hard candies might help, because the AC isn't always regulated comfortably.

End of Day 1

Okay guys! I've only used the Mac and I am learning lots of cool stuff about Windows machines since that is what we have here.

More info on Google. People sign up for an account on Monday morning. You need to plan on typing their names to invite them to the spreadsheet where they will input their information. Suggestion: Type 3-6 names and invite. Then continue. It seems to hang if you attempt to do more, course it will depend on your network.

One of the things Shannon mentioned that she would appreciate Lead MDE's to do or be aware of is to keep a helpful 'eye' on the newbies. Some may need encouragement, some may need confidence building etc.

We have a lovely group of people. Tomorrow is the big day with Audio, Digital and Video.

Here We Go

Long and successful day setting up, checking equipment, going over agenda, having sessions assigned, etc. 85 participants expected. In a building built in 1910, power supply is limited...Meeting at 6:30 and will head over to the college before 7. Inspiration is morning topic and collaborating digitally - GOOGLE Docs n spreadsheets. Check out Gaggle as that is the tool they will be using to blog their reflections.

Preparing for Lakeland T&L Institute 2

I placed a few web sites for quick reference during the training (just in case). I am pairing up with John L to present in Lakeland. Marla and Hope are copresenters and Crystal will have her own group. My role as lead mde may be very differnet than what you all may experience, but I will share with you what I can. The size of the group may determine your role. I'm bringing bottled water for myself, think that's a necessity. We will be able to set up rooms and such at Florida Southern College on Sunday. Should be able to test some of the equipment which will make Monday go a bit smoother.

Web site resources

Digital Camera ideas http://www.amphi.com/teachers/psteffens/digitalcamera.html
Using Digital Cameras in Elementary http://www.edzone.net/~mwestern/pix.html

Interactive Whiteboard Activities http://www.amphi.com/departments/technology/whiteboard

Inspiration http://www.amphi.com/~psteffen/kidspiration.html
50 uses http://www.uwstout.edu/soe/profdev/conceptmap/50uses.html


Recipes4Success http://myt4l.com/index.php?ac=login&email=demo&pword=demo
"Recipes4Success is your best resource for supporting project work with students. Recipes4Success includes software tutorials and reference guides, online tools, and a step-by-step process for implementing project-building with students."

Digital Reference Tools http://www.amphi.com/~psteffen/reference.html

Clip Art http://www.school-clip-art.com/

Audacity Tutorial http://www.how-to-podcast-tutorial.com/17-audacity-tutorial.htm

JR ePortfolio http://etc.usf.edu/portfolios/jrogers

Blog example http://spychalski2006.blogspot.com

Preparing for Lakeland T&L Institute

I will be the lead mde in Lakeland June 3- 7. We will stay at the Residence Inn. Dave A has asked me to share my experience in the hope that it will assist others as they prepare for their turn. I will address: What went well? What problems arose? What would you do differently? Who were your contact people?

We have a pre-planning Breeze session set for Wednesday at 7PM. I expect this will take place prior to each Institute.

Call for Applications

The MDE program began in 2005. We are a
cadre of educators working with FCIT and USF,
as well as DOE, on the integration of technology
practices. Check the website http://etc.usf.edu/mde
for a program description and application materials.
The deadline is July 25, 2007. This is from the web site:
"Applicants will be selected based on curriculum/content area
expertise (not necessarily technology integration experience)
and will represent the diverse contexts of education in the
state of Florida. Approximately thirty applicants will be
selected to represent the 5 regions of Florida from
public, private, and charter schools. (Preference will be given
to those districts without a current Master Digital Educator.)
MDE's will be trained in the digital tools necessary to fulfill the
expectations of their position within the Florida Digital Educator (FDE) Program."

Podcast done at FETC06:
http://edcommunity.apple.com/ali/item.php?itemID=9795