Reflections on Education Technology Conferences Attended by members of the Office of Instructional Technology of the NYC Department of Education Troy Fischer, Director
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Monday, January 7, 2008
NYSCATE Conference, Rochester, NY
Use this entry to reflect on the NYSCATE Conference on November 18-21, 2007 attended by Winnie, Gustavenos, Michael, and Jim.
I had an opportunity to speak at this conference on Multiplayer Immersive Gaming with Tabula Digita. Speaking at conferences is a fun way to expand your horizons, share with colleagues outside our OIT family, and refine / sharpen your speaking skills. Anyone can submit proposals to speak at conferences but with the insight and perspective we have as OIT employees, we have a lot to share. I recommend that you check out an upcoming conference and throw your hat in the circle by submitting a proposal to share on a topic you feel knowledgeable -- if you get accepted you will enjoy the opportunity to stretch yourself.
I am a firm believer in attending and participating in conferences in any discipline, as they provide the opportunity to gather individuals with a common passion in a single venue where they can share experiences, ask questions, learn about new developments and strengthen networks for the future. They are also a lot of fun. Presenting at NYSCATE was a very enjoyable experience (Lights! Action! Animation! And Taking Your Show On the Road) and gave me the opportunity to showcase some of the animation work my students have done, while encouraging other educators to undertake similar adventures with their students. Preparing for a presentation and reexamining my methods helps sharpen my skills and improve my teaching. A workshop with David Jakes delivered new insights in implementing Web 2.0 tools in my classroom, and a workshop on Google tools opened my eyes to new ways of using mapping with literature. I listened to spirited addresses by a group of innovative and charismatic speakers, and came away with lots of new ideas. Attending and presenting at a conference is a wonderful way to recharge your creative batteries, connect with friends, old and new, and see what’s coming down the road before it hits you between the eyes. I highly recommend it.
ellen phillips. PS 233K, Ed Tech Specialist/Computer Teacher
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I had an opportunity to speak at this conference on Multiplayer Immersive Gaming with Tabula Digita. Speaking at conferences is a fun way to expand your horizons, share with colleagues outside our OIT family, and refine / sharpen your speaking skills. Anyone can submit proposals to speak at conferences but with the insight and perspective we have as OIT employees, we have a lot to share. I recommend that you check out an upcoming conference and throw your hat in the circle by submitting a proposal to share on a topic you feel knowledgeable -- if you get accepted you will enjoy the opportunity to stretch yourself.
I am a firm believer in attending and participating in conferences in any discipline, as they provide the opportunity to gather individuals with a common passion in a single venue where they can share experiences, ask questions, learn about new developments and strengthen networks for the future. They are also a lot of fun. Presenting at NYSCATE was a very enjoyable experience (Lights! Action! Animation! And Taking Your Show On the Road) and gave me the opportunity to showcase some of the animation work my students have done, while encouraging other educators to undertake similar adventures with their students. Preparing for a presentation and reexamining my methods helps sharpen my skills and improve my teaching. A workshop with David Jakes delivered new insights in implementing Web 2.0 tools in my classroom, and a workshop on Google tools opened my eyes to new ways of using mapping with literature. I listened to spirited addresses by a group of innovative and charismatic speakers, and came away with lots of new ideas. Attending and presenting at a conference is a wonderful way to recharge your creative batteries, connect with friends, old and new, and see what’s coming down the road before it hits you between the eyes. I highly recommend it.
ellen phillips. PS 233K, Ed Tech Specialist/Computer Teacher
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