At Mission Possible Summer Camp, you’ll experience hands-on, design-based learning that will teach you how to engage grades 3-12 students across all disciplines. Leave camp confidently knowing you can integrate STEM content and 21st-century skills into the learning environment. Whether you are a novice or an experienced educator, this five-day professional learning opportunity that will give you a solid foundation in building and programming that will prepare you for your robotics program this fall.

Are you ready to engage your students?

Introduction

• Classroom Organizational Strategies
• On Brick Programming
• Technic Building Elements
• Open Ending Beginner Challenges

Robot Movement

• Navigation of LEGO MINDSTORMS Software
• Movement and Turning
• My Blocks
• Movement Challenges
• Beginning Programming
• Touch, Gyro, Color, and Ultrasonic Sensors
• Program Loops and Switches
• Robot Decision Making: “Wait for” Behaviors
• Sensor Challenges

Advanced Programming

• Data Logging Investigation
• Sensor and Data Operations

Additional Topics

• Troubleshooting the EV3
• Content Editor
• Classroom Challenges

Don’t forget:
Please bring a PC/Mac computer. iPads/Chromebooks are welcome as a supplemental device. Don’t forget your EV3 kit with the software downloaded and a charged battery. The temperature in the building can sometimes be a bit cool so bring a sweater. Lunch is provided Monday through Thursday.

Please email Peggy [email protected] with any questions.

Join us for two days full of collaboration, sharing and hands-on learning! You’ll leave this conference with a virtual bag loaded with technology integration ideas, time saving tips and resources to help you create the most engaging classroom for your students. The conference is free of charge for all Area 15 schools. Registration opens May 4, 2019 at 8:00am. For more detailed information, please go to https://saisd.org/engage19 or contact Laura Howard at [email protected]

Due to limited seating, this event is for Area 15 only.

Learn robotics today, teach robotics tomorrow! This learner-driven workshop is designed to give you hands-on, minds-on experience with the new LEGO® MINDSTORMS® EV3 Robotics System. Whether you are a novice or experienced educator, this workshop will build your engineering knowledge and skills, establishing a solid foundation in building and programming.
Please bring a laptop with software installed. Please download the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 education software here: https://education.lego.com/en-us/downloads

TCEA Member: $55
Non-members: $150, and includes 1 year of membership to TCEA

The Revolutionizing Learning Conference is brought to you by a partnership made up of CSTA districts, TCEA, and Region 10 ESC. This two day conference is filled with empowering keynotes, engaging breakout sessions, and inspiring vendor and poster sessions. Visit http://www.rlchat.com/ for more details!

Job Alike Roundtable: Spend time exploring topics that are a priority in your current position with other who do the same thing as you.

Classes & Workshops: 200+ breakout sessions from educational leaders on:

• Assessment for Learning
• Data Informed Classrooms
• Differentiation and Intervention
• Real World Connections
• Tips, Tools, and Strategies
• STEAM/Creativity/Innovation
• Social-Emotional Learning

Exhibitor Showcases: Come explore the products and services available from vendors in an informative, non-sales atmosphere.

TCEA Member: FREE
Non-members: $49, and includes 1 year of membership to TCEA

Technology integration, classroom or district-wide, can provide a challenging yet powerful impact on your community. Student learning and performance can be accelerated with various software, devices, and overall use of technology available. This two-day event will prepare you for technology integration of Adobe, Apple, Google, and Microsoft software and devices. Whether you are just getting started using Adobe applications, polishing your techniques with Chromebooks, or taking your curriculum to the next level with Microsoft Teams, this hands-on Academy offers learning opportunities for everyone.

Topics Include:

• Adobe applications and software deep dive
• Best teaching and learning strategies
• Chromebook use and cost-effective solutions
• Device comparison and uses
• iPad apps and uses
• Microsoft Tools, applications, and strategies
• Roundtable discussions and networking events with like-minded professionals
• Technology integration with immediate implementation strategies

Bring your device and software to fully participate in this learning opportunity. Refer to each session description for the required device and/or software needed.

You may receive up to 12 CPE hours for attending this academy.

Lunch is provided both days. For dietary restrictions, email [email protected]

Each paid registration will receive a one-year TCEA membership

Can’t talk about it yet, but it will be cool!

Presenter: James Allen

Not a TCEA member? Register for this webinar for just $59 and receive a complimentary LIB-SIG Membership and a Regular Membership.

This interactive, free-to-members webinar is available live each month. If you cannot attend the live version, register for the webinar anyway and you will receive a link to the recorded version and all resources shared during the webinar. The webinar counts for .5 CPE credit.

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