FIT 2014: Learning at your fingertips
We hope that FIT will be a venue for exploration, experimentation and professional conversations among like-minded educators, and we hope that this gathering will allow for a strong collective movement towards new frontiers in teaching and learning. APRIL 23 to 25, 2014. Xavier School San Juan Campus
64 Xavier Street, San Juan |
3 Days, 3 Strands.
The three day conference will follow three strands or foci to set the proper context for each of the day's activities.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS* These sessions discuss pedagogy and teaching strategies. Designed to be facilitated for a smaller crowd, these sessions allow participants to zoom into and have deeper conversations about particular technology-enhanced teaching strategies or gain hands-on experiences to immerse in particular activities and applications. These will be a mix of Idea and Skill Sessions. |
DAY 1
April 23, 2014 .......................................................................................
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DAY1 Breakout Sessions : Choose 2
(Tip: take note of the titles of your preferred sessions) i1.) Shifting to One2One With technology coming into the picture, how did things change for us, as teachers? What are the opportunities and challenges which we faced? Two of Xavier School’s seasoned teachers share insights and realizations from the past 3 years of shifting to One2One. Elsa Santos Christian Life Education Teacher, Xavier School John Michael Cuepo Filipino Teacher Incoming Assistant IBDP Coordinator and XCE Overall Coordinator for Academic Affairs, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... i2.) Digital Classroom Management As a teacher, taking charge of your classroom and keeping things well-coordinate is a must. How do traditional classroom management techniques remain relevant in today’s technology infused classroom? What are new classroom management techniques that come into play? Jane Cacacho Principal, Xavier High School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... i3.) Blended learning How can teachers effectively mix live and online interaction? How can face to face interaction blend seamlessly with digital tools for more engaging learning experience? David Larson Design and Digital Technology Teacher at Canadian International School of Hong Kong, Board Member at Apple Distinguished Educators Advisory Board, Approved Workshop Facilitator at East Asia Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS), Apple Distinguished Educator ...................................................................................................................................................................................... i4.) Ready, Set. Game! Planning classroom-based games that simply work Developing 21st century skills for learners is quite challenging for modern day teachers. There is a need for educators to embrace alternative learning instructors to keep students active, proactive and reactive to classroom activities. Considering classroom-based game as an appropriate solution, this evidence-based session will highlight the development of a ‘game plan’ for the classroom. Michael Dino Research Director, Research Development and Innovation Center, Our Lady of Fatima University, Apple Distinguished Educator ...................................................................................................................................................................................... i5.) Developing teaching competencies with technology What are the key characteristics of successful teachers teaching with technology? What are the new competencies necessary for a 21st Century teacher? What are the ways by which these can be achieved? Caezar De Guzman Educational Technology Coordinator De La Salle Zobel Certified Apple Foundations Trainer ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA1.) Designing engaging presentations - beginner Today, the slideshow has become a fixture in the 21st century classroom. Every day, there are more tools and resources which helps teachers create and captivate students in class discussions and lectures, but how do we best use these tools effectively? Learn how some simple design principles can make the simplest Keynote slides most engaging. Lloyd Cascabel HS Science Teacher, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA2.) Designing engaging presentations - advanced Upgrade your keynote slideshow and make it more dynamic. Learn how just the right amount of multimedia, transition and animation can help you take your classroom presentations to a different level. Darryl Buemio HS Christian Life Education Teacher, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA3.) Learning to Drive - starter Learn how adding google mail, docs and spreadsheets to your teacher toolkit can bring about a whole new world of collaboration. Rowena Sison Computer Teacher/ Technology Integrator, NExT Team, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA4.) Designing Webquests Learn how to design online learning activities that can guide students’ discovery, transforming mere access to information into deeper learning. Brian Marana IBDP Program Coordinator, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA5.) Bloom’s Taxonomy Toolbox 3.0 Learn how technology can enhance your tried and tested teaching strategies to deepen learning and sharpen higher order thinking skills. Francis Jim Tuscano Christian Life Education Teacher, Xavier School Keith Sy Social Studies Teacher, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB1.) iBooks Author Can’t find the right resource to share with your students? why not make it! Learn how you can make your own dynamic and interactive iBooks to deliver engaging content to your students. Rowena Oyos Computer Education teacher, Brent International School Manila Apple Distinguished Educator ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB2.) Using QR codes in the classroom See how QR codes are becoming more and more relevant in education. Learn how to create and integrate QR codes in your subject area to enhance student engagement and learning. Mary Anthony Sieras Instructional Technology Specialist/ Science Teacher Xavier University, Ateneo de Cagayan HS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB3.) Using Technology to Support Learning in PE Class Incorporate iPad technology even in Physical Education lessons. Explore how certain apps can be used to aid the learning process. Steve Dodd HS PE Program Leader, International School Manila Angela Respecki HS PE Teacher, International School Manila ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB4.) Technology-enhanced directed reading and thinking Facilitate face-to-face interaction in a technology-enhanced reading class. The session will follow a Directed Reading-Thinking activity using the Seven Keys to Comprehension approach by Zimmerman to teaching and learning reading using iPads. Reagan Austria GS Filipino Teacher, Xavier School Certified Apple Foundations Trainer Jade Bata GS English Teacher, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB5.) Tools for Science teachers (GS) How can technology enhance your science classroom? How can it be used to create a more collaborative, creative and authentic learning environment? Winnie Diola Science Teacher, De La Salle Zobel |
DAY 2 April 24, 2014 ......................................................................................
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DAY 2 Breakout Sessions : Choose 2 (Tip: take note of the titles of your preferred sessions) i6.) Teaching the NET Generation How do we teach the NET generation? What are the key characteristics of today’s youth? How can we connect to a generation that has difficulty disconnecting. Fr. Stephen Cuyos, MSC Production and Training Specialist, Communication Foundation for Asia ...................................................................................................................................................................................... i7.) What adults say we do, What we really do Who are today’s youth? Why not hear from a student himself. An incoming grade 11 student shares about himself and his generation, to allow us teachers to understand their context better. Scott Lee-Chua G11 Student at Xavier School Author of the Top Ten Travels series, a second place winner in the Kabataan Essay Division of the 2011 Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature .................................................................................................................................................................................... i8.) Social Media for Social Change Social media has become a part of most if not every Filipino’s life. How can we tap into this vast network of citizens (or netizens) beyond entertainment and socialization? How can this be a virtual yet very real platform for social change? Gang Badoy Radio and Television Host, writer, Founder, RockEd Philippines Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service (TOWNS) Awardee (2010) Outstanding Young Men or TOYM Award (2010) .................................................................................................................................................................................... i9.) Growing up wired: Raising Kids in the Digital Age How can we raise today’s children, holding their hands while wisely and responsibly navigating the wired world? What are the considerations for today’s parents and educators? How do we get students to disconnect, or how can we connect with them? Queena Lee-Chua Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Ateneo De Manila University Professor, Ateneo de Manila University Psychology Department Columnist, Learning Section, Philippine Daily Inquirer Author of growing up wired: raising kids in the digital age .................................................................................................................................................................................... i10) Face to Faith Face to Faith is an innovative schools program for 12-17 year olds, which is active in 37 countries and growing. It connects students worldwide via a secure website where they interact. Face to Faith features facilitated video conferences where students discuss global issues from a variety of faith and belief perspectives. Erwin Montojo Country Coordinator-Philippines, Face to Faith Foundation .................................................................................................................................................................................... SA6.) Learning goes social Learn how using free online platforms like Edmodo can help in creating familiar, collaborative, yet safe shared spaces for you and your class. Franco Addun Social Science Teacher, Xavier School .................................................................................................................................................................................... SA7.) Visualizing Information The tools of today makes graphic design within reach, even for us teachers/non-designers. Learn how we can communicate concepts, theories and data visually, to better capture the attention of our audience/students. Mark Esquibel Graphic Designer, NExT, Xavier School .................................................................................................................................................................................... SA8.) Digital Storytelling Today’s tools allow us to tap into new and different ways to tell stories to our students, or for them to tell theirs to us. Explore sites and apps that will allow you to empower your students to communicate their ideas in very interesting ways. Gianna Galang English Teacher, Xavier School .................................................................................................................................................................................... SB6.) Beyond Selfies Take pictures with style and capture moments conveniently with your handy mobile device. Learn some photography basics, to help you build a portfolio of images you can proudly share with others, most specially your students. Geoffrey Mercado Christian Life Education Teacher, Xavier School .................................................................................................................................................................................... SB7.) Flipping the math classroom Learn how to flip your classroom and maximize class time. Instead of lecturing during class and making students drill on their own time, why not let students listen to your lecture at home and allow them to do drills in class where teachers and classmates are there to help. Andrew Pinlac HS Math Teacher, Xavier School .................................................................................................................................................................................... SB8.) E-Portfolios Made Easy What is an e-portfolio? How do you make one? How can this be an effective tool for teaching and learning? Mary Anthony Sieras Instructional Technology Specialist/ Science Teacher Xavier University, Ateneo de Cagayan HS Lea Lilibeth B. Emata Instructional Technology Specialist/ Science Teacher Xavier University, Ateneo de Cagayan HS .................................................................................................................................................................................... SB9.) 40x40: 40 in 40 Minutes to Use Tomorrow Ideas, apps and management tips that you could employ in the classroom or at home immediately, presented in a “quick hit” style demo and try-out. Darren Sturgeon Middle School Technology Integrator, ISManila Apple Distinguished Educator .................................................................................................................................................................................... SB10.) Effective Technology Integration in the English Language Classroom Technology has become an essential part of the English language learning and teaching. Join us to discuss practical tips on how to integrate technology in your daily English language instruction, and how to use its potential to meet the diverse needs of your language learners. Lada Martinez Benesova Grade 4 ESL Teacher , International School Manila .................................................................................................................................................................................... SB11.) Reaching all learners Enabling differentiation in the Science, Math and Language classroom through tech and non-tech strategies. Melinda Alford Teaching and Learning Coordinator, Cebu International School Apple Distinguished Educator .................................................................................................................................................................................... SA5.) Bloom’s Taxonomy Toolbox 3.0 Learn how technology can enhance your tried and tested teaching strategies to deepen learning and sharpen higher order thinking skills. Francis Jim Tuscano Christian Life Education Teacher, Xavier School Keith Sy Social Studies Teacher, Xavier School |
DAY 3 April 25, 2014 ......................................................................................
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DAY 3 Breakout Session : Choose 1 (Tip: take note of the title of your preferred sessions) i11.) Digital Administration - Supporting One2One in your school How do we ensure effective implementation of a One2One program? What are the structures and policies that we need to have in place? Mrs. Jane Cacacho Principal, Xavier School Br. Dennis Magbanua, MSC Brother President and Chancellor, De La Salle St. Benilde Apple Distinguished Educator .................................................................................................................................................................................... i12) Online Professional Development Through connectivity, how can teachers continue to be lifelong learners, most specially through e-learning? What are the opportunities and challenges presented by this model? What are the ways by which these challenges can be overcome? Prof. Portia Padilla Director, Office of the Director of Instruction, UP Office of the vice-chancellor for Academic Affairs .................................................................................................................................................................................... i13) Home-School Connections: Documenting & Sharing Student Learning Using Technology in Elementary School Have you heard this story before? One of your students goes home after school and their parent asks, “What did you do at school today?” Your student says, “Nothing.” We all know as teachers that more than ‘nothing’ happens at school everyday. You will leave this workshop with some ways that you can help parents and students show that more than ‘nothing’ happens in your classroom. The aim this workshop is to equip teachers with some free & easy online tools they can use to share the learning that takes place in their classrooms. Steve McCallum Elementary School IT Coordinator, International School Manila Apple Distinguished Educator Naynay Montilla Grade 1 Teacher, International School Manila .................................................................................................................................................................................... i14) Crafting a 21st Century Curriculum: New Literacies and Paradigms How can we prepare students for happiness and success in a complex, rapidly-, and radically-changing future world? To a great extent, technology drives these changes and dictates what the future will be like, but preparing students for this world is not about peripherally adding on trendy technology applications to the curriculum. New paradigms for thinking, living, and working in a digital world dictate the need for our students to develop new literacy skills and understandings. In this session, participants will have the opportunity to examine these new paradigms and their implications on curriculum development. Rita Atienza a faculty member of the Education Department, Ateneo de Manila University, and curriculum consultant to private schools in Metro Manila. She conducts seminars and workshops on curriculum and instruction. She is a curriculum writer and consultant for Authentic Education (USA), a company founded by UbD proponent, Grant Wiggins. .................................................................................................................................................................................... i15) Preparing to be I.T. OK for One2One learning What are the considerations in preparing your school’s IT for effective technology integration? How can IT closely support the learning goals of One2One? Byron Guazon IT Director, Don Bosco CITI John Ang IT Services Coordinator, Xavier School Vic Lambus Asst. to the IT Services Coordinator, Xavier School Roy B. San Buenaventura Educational Technology Practitioner, Knowledge Sharer, Lifelong Learner IT/AV Manager, Beacon International School Foundation, Inc. .................................................................................................................................................................................... i16.) Creating and managing your school's digital presence How can you make your school's online presence stronger? How can you maximize tools and opportunities to make your school more social, more relevant, more engaged? Martin Gomez Worldwide Communications Lead, IBM Corporation, XS Next Lab Moderator Consultant, Digital Communications, Xavier School Clarisse Ednacot XS Website Editor in Chief, GS English Department Head, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA9.) Learning to Drive - advanced Maximize the power of your google account through the use of forms, calendar, and sites. Take advantage of these tools to make a more paperless collaborative environment. Rowena Sison Computer Teacher/ Tech. Integrator, NExT Team, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SA10.) Keeping your class on the same page Learn how setting up an online space for your class can help in keeping them updated in and out of the classroom. DJ Suguitan Christian LIfe Education Teacher, Xavier School Julius Porquerino Christian LIfe Education TeacherXavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB11.) Video Editing for iPad Shoot, edit and publish videos using the iPad. Learn how you can use this powerful tool to make your own media/resources, or explore how you can ask your students to make their own. Minerva Gorres NExT Computer teacher/Tech Integrator, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB4.) SFX What if you can take your students back in time? or transport them to a different place? See how some basic, easy to do visual effects can make some classroom assessments extra special. Melvin Gallardo NExT IT Coordinator/ Computer Teacher/ Tech. Integrator, Xavier School Certified Apple Foundations Trainer ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB10.) Technology-enhanced directed reading and thinking Facilitate face-to-face interaction in a technology-enhanced reading class. The session will follow a Directed Reading-Thinking activity using the Seven Keys to Comprehension approach by Zimmerman to teaching and learning reading using iPads. Jade Bata GS English Teacher, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB15.) Designing from scratch Game-design made easy with MIT’s online Scratch platform. Sharpen your students’ critical thinking skills by giving them a chance to create their own fully functional games. Ulysses Robleado Computer Teacher/ Tech. Integrator, NExT, Xavier School ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB16.) Much ado about moodling Create your own private virtual classroom where you can share resources, conduct online assessments and many more! Explore the possibilities with moodle, an open-source learning management system for both online and blended learning. Rogelio Dela Cruz, Jr. Instructional Technologist, De La Salle CSB Certified Apple Foundations Trainer ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB1.) iBooks Author Can’t find the right resource to share with your students? why not make it! Learn how you can make your own dynamic and interactive iBooks to deliver engaging content to your students. Reagan Austria GS Filipino Teacher, Xavier School Certified Apple Foundations Trainer ...................................................................................................................................................................................... SB17.) iOS Tips and Tricks Make the most out of your iPad in the classroom through simple yet effective tips and tricks! Trish Castro Director, International Linkages, Languages and Culture Office PEARL Coordinator, De La Salle Canlubang Certified Apple Foundations Trainer |
PLENARY SESSIONS*
These keynote talks are headlined by seasoned educators by notable keynote speakers who are seasoned educators, leaders in their respective fields and Apple Distinguished Educators from the region.
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IDEA SESSIONS These sessions discuss pedagogy and teaching strategies. Some sessions include: Digital Classroom Management, Gamification, Technology and differentiated learning, and many more. SKILL SESSIONS These hands-on tech sessions allow you to learn how to use particular apps or devices, such as: Google Drive for Edu, Creating E-books. Making podcasts, designing webquests, and many more. * Each participant will be asked so sign up for 5 breakout sessions which he/she will attend throughout the 3-day conference.
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SYNTHESIS SESSIONS*
At the beginning of the conference, participants will be assigned a particular "homeroom class" who they are to meet in each of the 3 days for Synthesis Sessions. These are guided reflections at the end of the day to allow participants to share and reflect how the day's ideas and skills can be applied in real-life contexts.
*Please take note that minor session details may change without prior notice.
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