eLEAD 2016: Full Schedule

12:30pm EDT

Differentiating with Tech

There are many digital tools that help teachers create differentiated assignments and give students fair access to curriculum and materials. In this session, we will cover a few of my favorites: using Google Forms to create multiple versions of assignment/tests, using Read and Write for Google or TechHelp to help students access digital materials, and using EdPuzzle to create interactive video lessons.

Tuesday June 21, 2016 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Decker 340

Accessibility

Grade Level 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, PK-2
Platform Google

12:30pm EDT

Free Training, Support and MUCH More - Sign Me Up!

The PATINS Project is the best kept secret in Indiana. Find out more about these questions and more:
Is PATINS just for Special Educators? - No!
Is PATINS really a free service? - Well, think of it as someone else has already picked up the check!
Do you really give away iPads, Chromebooks and other great door prizes at your conferences? - Come listen and find out!

Speakers

Sandi (Mahl) Smith

PATINS Specialist, PATINS Project

Sandi Mahl is a PATINS Specialist from Columbus, Indiana. She has a background of 21 years in public schools. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Science Education and Master's Degree in Special Education from Indiana University. Sandi's experience helps her to excel in problem solving... Read More →

Tuesday June 21, 2016 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Decker 301

Accessibility

Grade Level 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Administration, PK-2

1:30pm EDT

Chrome OS and Accessibility

Participants will learn their way around the Chrome Operating System (OS) We will shop the Chrome Web Store to discover what apps can be found to support all learners. Some of the apps we will investigate include: text to speech, speech to text and word prediction and inaccessible text conversion. The participants will learn the general merits of this device as a 1:1 tool in a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) environment.

Speakers

Sandi (Mahl) Smith

PATINS Specialist, PATINS Project

Tuesday June 21, 2016 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Decker 301

Accessibility

Grade Level 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Administration, PK-2
Platform Google

1:30pm EDT

Lectio + Other Low-Tech Homework Tools

Come hear the story of a mother who, after searching for years for an assistive technology to meet her son's needs, created it! Lectio is a new assistive technology designed specifically with students who have language-related learning disabilities in mind. Plus, I will share other low-tech homework survival tips that made all the difference in our house.

Speakers

Kris Parmelee

Co-Founder & CEO, Lectio

I am the parent of a kiddo with ADHD and dyslexia. He is currently in 7th grade but over the years, I have learned many tricks and tips for homework time. And, I have learned most of these the hard way: over tears, out of desperation and at my Witt's end! I want to share some of... Read More →

Tuesday June 21, 2016 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Hartung 274

Accessibility

Grade Level 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
Platform Apple

9:30am EDT

Universal Design for Learning: A Mindset, Not a Method

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) gives educators a lens through which to view their content delivery/assessment from the onset, instead of attempting to retrofit them for students with different learning needs. Technology makes the mindset easier by giving teachers a plethora of resources and accessibility features from which to draw.

Speakers

Jenny Smithson

Director of Academic Programs, Alexandria Community School Corporation

Jenny Smithson is the Director of Academic Programs at Alexandria Community School Corporation. She is a graduate of Ball State University and has expertise in the areas of special education, high ability education, ELL, and Universal Design for Learning. She loves to talk about... Read More →

UDLintheclassroom docx

18 Product Criteria Cards1 pdf

SmithsoneLeadPresentation2016 docx

SmithsoneLeadPresentation2016 pdf

Wednesday June 22, 2016 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Hartung 167

Accessibility

Grade Level 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Administration, PK-2

10:30am EDT

iLit ELL INSPIRE LITERACY AND ACCELERATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT WITH A COMPREHENSIVE DIGITAL INTERVENTION SOLUTION THAT INCREASES STRUGGLING LEARNERS TO REACH READING GROWTH AT GRADE LEVEL

Welcome to iLit ELL... In this session you will learn and discover how Pearson's iLit ELL has been helping English Language Learners throughout the country and how this program can help your struggling L's build academic language, develop fluency with the English language, improve language production and develop into readers and writers who are successful working at grade level.

Speakers

Sandra Chavez

Wednesday June 22, 2016 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
Decker 344

Accessibility

11:30am EDT

iLit ELL INSPIRE LITERACY AND ACCELERATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT WITH A COMPREHENSIVE DIGITAL INTERVENTION SOLUTION THAT INCREASES STRUGGLING LEARNERS TO REACH READING GROWTH AT GRADE LEVEL

Speakers

Sandra Chavez

Wednesday June 22, 2016 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Decker 344

Accessibility

12:30pm EDT

Google Drive for Special Education

Learn and leave with multiple Google Drive files that can be used daily in the life of a special education teacher. Learn how to save time collecting data and feedback. Mild, moderate, and severe disability teachers will receive great examples to take back to the classroom.

Speakers

Lauren Cobb

Special Education Teacher, ACSC

Google Drive for eLead gslides

Wednesday June 22, 2016 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Hartung 218

Accessibility

Grade Level 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Administration, PK-2
Platform Google