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 * Monday **


 * Big Idea:** Technology Builds Deeper thinking in English Language Learners. These sessions emphasized the value of using Web 2.0 tools to enhance English Language Learners' speaking, listening, writing and group dynamics skills. All of the tools below were mentioned. As one who would like to see students move beyond the 89 cent poster board collage, Glogster sounded worth exploring. It is an online alternative to the traditional collage assignment.


 * Good Session-Technology Integration for English Language Learners
 * Good Session-Podcasting 101: Integrating Podcasts and Lessons
 * http://www.jingproject.com/
 * http://www.glogster.com/
 * http://storybird.com/
 * http://prezi.com/
 * http://www.wallwisher.com/


 * Tuesday **


 * Big Idea:** Globalize the Curriculum! This was a loud and clear wake up call that we need to fundamentally change teaching practices, quickly! A student's ability to gain a global perspective and empathize with people who are on the other side of the globe is a survival skill for the 21st century. In addition, research must incorporate authentic voices of the subjects we are studying. He used an example form the book //Number the Stars//, suggesting that the voices of real children in Scandinavia need to be heard and become part of the learning for American students.
 * Empathy: The 21st-Century Skill presented by Alan November
 * http://blogwalker.edublogs.org/2010/06/29/live-from-iste-necc-day-2-alan-november/ for summary
 * http://novemberlearning.com/resources/handouts/ for some handouts to share with staff


 * Wednesday **


 * Big Idea:** Flip cameras are an excellent way to help students process their learning. Assessments need to include student-created content because these are often better ways of checking for understanding than a traditional pencil and paper test. If a student cannot clearly explain a concept through a Windows Movie Maker presentation, there may be need for reteaching. It can reflect true take-away understanding in a fairly plagiarism -free environment.
 * Flipp Video in the Classroom
 * http://www.iste2010.org/forum/topics/flip-video-in-the-classroom-1 Handouts for creating a movie
 * Links and Resources so others can pick up on what you learned


 * Keynote and other Special Sessions **


 * Big Idea:** Jean-Francois Rischard: Global Problem-Solving and the Critical Role of Educators and Technology for Education. This session emphasized the importance of real-world learning, particlularly work that examines and attempts to solve social problems.
 * http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Economist-and-BestSelling-prnews-2281245374.html?x=0&.v=1

There will be some iPads in my school next year, specifically designed for promoting ELLs English skills. I plan on using the new tools from day one, applying November's more global perspective to lesson redesign mentioned day two and tapping into the assessment capabilities of a Flip camera mentioned on day three. The handouts would be a helpful tool for teachers ready to jump in sooner than later. It was a very worthwhile conference.
 * Implications for your Classroom ** (