Smart Board and Notebook Software Training

This session will help you get started with your new Smart Board and demonstrate the usefulness of the Notebook software that comes with it. This is a hands on training.

When: June 30, 2009 from 9:00 to 3:30
Where:ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: June 25, 2009
Contact: Patty Finney

Video Conferencing Training

This workshop will cover the use of portable distance learning devices, Skype and other videoconferencing software that will allow you to collaborate with other teachers and educational institutions. This will be hands on workshop in which participants will create two lesson plans that incorporate the use of videoconferencing technology.

When: July 28, 2009 from 9:00 to 4:00
Where:ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: July 24, 2009
Contact: Mary Gurney

Distance Learning and Basic Angel Training

Although this session is designed for teachers who will be teaching for the first time over the distance learning network it would be useful for teachers who are just learning Angel and/or would like to know more about the distance learning classroom in your building. It will include a 60-90 minute hands on training in using the equipment in the distance learning classroom. Following that we will go through an introductory course on Angel learning mangement software. Feel free to come to either or both parts of this training.

When: July 29, 2009 from 9:00 to 4:00
Where:ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: July 24, 2009
Contact: Mary Gurney

Smart Board and Notebook Software Training

This training will help you get up and running with your new Smart Board. Hands on experience with Notebook software will help you make the best use of it in your classroom.

When: August 4, 2009 from 9:00 to 3:30
Where:ESU #17 Tech. Center, Ainsworth, NE
Deadline: July 30, 2009
Contact: Patty Finney

APL Instructional Strategies Workshop

This 5-day workshop is designed to provide instructional staff with a top-notch professional growth experience focusing on instructional and classroom management skills. The first 2 days are September 15-16, 2009 and the final 3 days are scheduled for January 12-14, 2010. This workshop is worth 3 graduate credit hours

When:September 15-16, 2009 and January 12-14, 2010
Time: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Where:ESU #17, 207 N Main Street, Ainsworth, NE
Cost: $400 with the lunch provided
Deadline: August 1, 2009
Contact: Jeff McQuistan