April 28, 2008 06:01 PM
Billings GPS
Posted by denise on April 28, 2008 at 06:01 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
April 8, 2008 12:17 PM
Cadre Menu
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Monday April 28th
Lunch: Dinner: |
Tuesday, April 29th
Breakfast:
Applewood Smoked Bacon and Maple Sausage Links, Scrambled Eggs, Home Fried Potatoes w/ Roasted Peppers and Onions, Fresh Baked Assorted Muffins, Cinnamon Rolls, Assorted Breakfast Breads, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea
Lunch:
Buffet Selection of Breads, Fresh Sliced Meats, Cheeses, Fresh Vegetables, Fresh Fruit, Chips Served w/ Condiment and Dip, Coffee, Tea and Assorted Sodas�.Dessert
Posted by jena on April 8, 2008 at 12:17 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
March 6, 2008 04:07 PM
Location
Contrary to survey results, based on various behind the scene conversations the location will be Billings, Montana. I apologize for any inconvenience and have tried to do my best with a difficult situation. I appreciate your patience.
Billings Hilton Garden Inn, 2465 Grant Road, Billings, Montana 59102, 406-655-8800
$70 state room rate (no block is reserved so you will have to call and request, or book online under government rate)
Posted by jena on March 6, 2008 at 04:07 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
December 8, 2007 05:53 AM
NETS 1 and 6 Activity
8:30am Welcome and Video Teaser
Chocolate: the 2006 movie about child slave labor on the Ivory Coast (fast forward to 4:33)
- How can technology enable creativity and innovation?
- What support structures need to be in place to support creativity and innovation?
- When have you had a chance to be creative or innovative?
- [PD Strategies: Quiet Reflection & Talking Chips]
8:50am The Medici Effect (Website)
- What does it mean to be creative or innovative?
- How are the terms different?
- The Medici Effect examples
- [PD Strategies: Think-Pair-Share & Different Colored Cards]
9:20am Unveiling the NETS and Learning and Innovation Skills
[PD Strategies: Music/Sound Cues; How Many Fingers Time Check]
9:35am Creative and Innovative Projects
[PD Strategies: Four Corners]
Category #1: Podcasting - Radio WillowWeb and Our City
Structures for Success:
- Teacher Resources
- Planning Book for Students
- Our City Teacher Resources
- Our City Planning Book for Students
Category #2: Cross Cultural Collaboration - Rock Our World (ROW)
ROW Projects (year 3 has Music)
Structures for Success:
Category #3: Blog Projects
Voices of the Sixties and Secret Life of Bees
Structures for Success:
- LHS Voices of the Sixties (see above link)
- Secret Life of Bees Assignment
Category #4: Digital Stories told through Movie Projects
- Rights and Responsibilities: Grass Born to Be Stepped On (middle school social studies project)
- Documenting Child Labor in Nepal (high school social studies/fine arts project)
- Mabry Online Film Festival
Structures for Success:
- Associated lesson plans (available for Grass and Labor videos)
Creative and Innovative Projects (activity handout)
10:20am Four Corners Report Out
As a group, post a single comment summarizing the project, its value, and the connection to NETS and Learning and Innovation Skills.
10:30-11:50am Personal Connections
Create a presentation (the format is up to you) that you can use with your staff when you return to your district that will help them understand NETS 1 & 6 and the Learning and Innovation Skills.
The presentation should:
- clearly demonstrate what it looks like when students are achieving NETS #1 and 6.
- contain a commitment to "next steps" -- what you need in order to help your teachers create classroom activities for students that address NETS #1 and 6.
11:50-12:00am Gallery Walk
12:00-12:15am PD Strategies and Resources Recap
Posted by lynnlary on December 8, 2007 at 05:53 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
September 25, 2007 07:46 AM
Geocaching
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September 24, 2007 08:15 PM
Success
The journey was great! We were hounded by a rouge team, but in the end we were victorious. Team Success was made up of Diane, Mandy, Christine, & Peg. The collaboration between teams took place on the walk down the hill.
Posted by pegfisher on September 24, 2007 at 08:15 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Geocaching - Here We Go
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Dinner????
Maybe Here?
Montana Ale Works
Address:
Unverified listing -
Rated 5 out of 5
1 review - - more info �
Placement on map is approximate
611 E Main St
Bozeman, MT 59715
Get Directions
(406) 587-7700
* approximate times
- montanaaleworks.com
Posted by dean on September 24, 2007 at 02:10 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Cadre Meeting Locations
I am glad to hear that Billings will be a location for one session of the 2007-08 Cadre meetings. Those of us in eastern Montana will find that session much easier to attend.
Posted by pegfisher on September 24, 2007 at 09:46 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
August 3, 2007 11:59 AM
2007-08 Cadre Registration and Info
We are excited to open up registration for the 2007-08 EdTech Professional Development Cadre. We have a great year planned! If you know of someone who may be interested in this year long training, be sure to tell them about it and forward this email. Registration will be open until August 31st. We have made a few changes this year, so before you register please read the following.
About the Cadre
The cadre is an on-going train the trainer professional development model. The integrity of this model requires consistent participation, along with application of content and strategies in your job.
The following criteria is encouraged for involvement in the 2007-08 cadre:
- Attend all three meetings
Sept 24-25, 2007: Monday 8~4~Tuesday 8~2. Hilton Garden Bozeman,
Dec 7-8, 2007: Friday 1~8~Saturday 8~2. Helena
Opitonal: ITSC, February 17-18, 2008 (S-M)
April 28-29, 2008: Monday 11~7~Tuesday 8~2
- A $150 membership registration fee due within two weeks of registration (non-refundable after first meeting)
- Responsible for all lodging and travel
Benefits of the 2007-08 Cadre Meals at each of the cadre meetings:
- High quality trainers, commited to making the topics and learning relevant and interesting
- Comfortable settings with adequate connectivity
- Year long membership in the EdTech Cadre
- $50 off ITSC registration
- Resources and tools to provide high quality staff development
- A network of colleagues from around the state working as a professional learning community
- Opportunities for input, and negotiation of any changes in content and scheduling
- A safe, collegial, hands-on and respectful environment that is fair and truthful
Registration. You will be asked for credit card, PO or check number payment. Be sure to check out the agenda as we get closer for meeting information. We look forward to seeing you in September. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact either Jennifer or Michael.
Posted by jena on August 3, 2007 at 11:59 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
May 5, 2007 04:35 PM
Evaluation
Click here to take survey! All completed entries are eligible to win a gift certificate.
Reimbursement forms are needed at OETC by May 15, 2007. 
Posted by jena on May 5, 2007 at 04:35 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Who's Your Boss?
Powered by questionform.com
Posted by jena on May 5, 2007 at 12:34 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Hi folks
I just had to let you guys know that I was thinking about you! I really have enjoyed the cadre events. Doug in ND
Posted by doughoffman on May 5, 2007 at 12:25 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
PageFlakes vs Google Homepage
What are your thoughts on these two tools?
Posted by jena on May 5, 2007 at 11:29 AM| Permalink | Comments (2)
May 4, 2007 11:37 AM
Trailfire
What do you think of this tool? How could you use it in your job?
Posted by jena on May 4, 2007 at 11:37 AM| Permalink | Comments (5)
April 13, 2007 03:11 PM
Birds of Feather Topics
I've made a wiki on Wikispaces that I'd like to share with you. If you have a topic you would like to discuss please add your topic to the Birds of Feather Wiki list by 5pm, Friday, May 4th. You do not need to sign up for an account. All you have to do is go to the top tool bar and click edit this page. |  |
Posted by jena on April 13, 2007 at 03:11 PM| Permalink | Comments (1)
November 8, 2006 04:12 PM
Blog Newbies
New to the blog, or forgot how to login in? Download a step by step How To 
with screen shots.
Posted by jena on November 8, 2006 at 04:12 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
May 6, 2006 01:09 PM
Cadre Evaluation
Take a moment and offer your feedback for this May Cadre Meeing. A random drawing will be done for a small gift certificate.
Posted by jena on May 6, 2006 at 01:09 PM| Permalink | Comments (3)
December 10, 2005 12:23 PM
Reimbursement Form
Here is the form needed to submit for reimbursement. Please attach receipts. You may email it to me at jena@oetc.org, mail or fax it to our office.
Posted by jena on December 10, 2005 at 12:23 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Our thoughts
Our thoughts
Posted by jena on December 10, 2005 at 10:13 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Moblog Thoughts
powered by Audioblog.com
Posted by jena on December 10, 2005 at 10:01 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Videoblogging
Be sure to wear your JAM (jewelry and makeup)
Posted by jena on December 10, 2005 at 09:39 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Moblogging
Try this out, it is so cool, right from my phone.
Posted by jena on December 10, 2005 at 09:38 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Technology Funding
To checkout the level of funding your district received from the State of Montana Technology Entitlement -Timber Harvest Fund program for 2005-2006, go to:
PDF: http://www.opi.mt.gov/pdf/SchoolFinance/TechFundEntitlements.pdf
The list is organized by county order.
Posted by michaelhall on December 10, 2005 at 09:18 AM| Permalink | Comments (1)
Morning Bloggers
Share one of the URLs you "GOT" last night here in the comment section.
When you are done upload a picture of the group. Make sure it is NOT wider than 175 pixels and choose Photo Gallery as the category.
Posted by jena on December 10, 2005 at 06:59 AM| Permalink | Comments (17)
December 9, 2005 04:31 PM
What you want to know
Posted by jena on December 9, 2005 at 04:31 PM| Permalink | Comments (1)
November 19, 2004 09:40 AM
Elementary Wired Classrooms
I received this email, and was wondering if anyone could respond....
From: JANICE SCHIEDLER Email Janice
Subject: wired classrooms
I'm looking to make contact with a teacher or staff of teachers at the elementary level that are really integrating technology into most of their lessons. Is there anyone that you can recommend?
Sincerely,
Janice Schiedler
Media Specialist/STC
Eyre Elementary
Salem, OR
Posted by jena on November 19, 2004 at 09:40 AM| Permalink | Comments (1)
November 13, 2004 11:31 AM
Geocache
We just found our first Geocache. This is an amazing technology that apparently has been around for quite a while. It is about time I found out how it works. I will start using and promoting it immediately
Posted by doughoffman on November 13, 2004 at 11:31 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
November 12, 2004 04:46 PM
Need help
We out east could use some help getting a new school!
Posted by doughoffman on November 12, 2004 at 04:46 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Blog ideas
After reading a whole-class novel, students could use a blog to review the book; something like the reviews on Amazon.com. The teacher could also post questions on individual chapters for students to respond to. It would eliminate paperwork, and the students would be improving their keyboarding skills as well.
Posted by shellyvick on November 12, 2004 at 04:24 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
Add your blog tips here please
What are your favorite blog tips for new users?
Posted by sherrywright on November 12, 2004 at 04:14 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
University techies
I think it is great to hear about what others are doing! I will take ideas back to my university and hopefully change will happen..in this decade!
Posted by georgiacobbs on November 12, 2004 at 04:07 PM| Permalink | Comments (0)
October 29, 2004 11:58 AM
Blog This!
Welcome Montana Cadre! This is our very own blog! Check out this link for our
November Agenda.
Posted by jena on October 29, 2004 at 11:58 AM| Permalink | Comments (0)
