The economy has been affecting many people, companies, schools, etc.  So much so that professional development, training, and attending conferences has seen a drop of attendance.  It was a total let down that I would not get a chance to attend this years conference due to lack of funds.
However, have no fear, ISTE Connects Live [...]

I am currently in my second year of conducting a program in our district called the Summer Technology Integration Program.  It is a program that was created to provide teachers training on technology and how to integrate this technology into their lesson plans.  Last year I decided to do the training on Digital Storytelling and [...]

Becky Hicks from Deer Park ISD (14 Campuses) discussed how her district goes about providing engaging Professional Staff Development and Technology Training.
Below are a few of my notes from the PowerPoint and discussion that Ms. Hicks provided.

Technology Setup

1 Campus Technology Integration Specialist per campus (Masters Degree Required in IT)
Classrooms have 1 teacher and 5 [...]

On Day 1 I attended sessions that were geared more for teachers and technology integration in the classroom, however I choose to use Day 2 to attend some sessions that were geared a little more for technology administrators, coordinators, specialists, etc.  Most of the sessions I attended today dealt with Professional Development, Staff Development, Online [...]