Technology workshops and conferences can easily leave us feeling overwhelmed instead of empowered.  Frustrated instead of inspired. Join us for a different kind of technology education experience—one that will give you easy-to-implement ideas for the FCS classroom….in just 90 minutes.

Register now for this one-of-a-kind webinar (1.5 PDUs) for a refreshing, focused look at selected free tools:

Beyond PowerPoint - New Web 2.0 Technology for the FCS Classroom

Presented by Tracey Newman

Archived Recording:  90 minute program

$35 AAFCS members ($50 nonmembers)

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FCS teachers are uncovering many free Web 2.0 technologies and here is what they are finding:

• They offer students fresh and engaging approaches to demonstrating their mastery of competencies
• FCS courses lend themselves well to researching real life decisions online
• Web 2.0 offers a wealth of online games that reinforce our content and allow students to apply classroom learning
• FCS teacher and expert trainer Tracey Newman has selected three of the best, free Web 2.0 tools she has found with wide application for FCS content.  In step-by-step fashion, she will guide you through the implementation of these three technologies.  And for those who are more comfortable exploring Web 2.0, she will highlight nine others that she has found valuable for the FCS classroom.

In this 90-minute program including Q&A, you will explore:

• Wallwisher—a virtual sticky note tool for a fun way to collaborate and brainstorm
• Prezi—a presentation program that is much more powerful than PowerPoint
• Voki—a tool that uses a simple, talking avatar to illustrate a concept
• Additional technologies including more advanced tools for further exploration
• Examples, actual screenshots, and ideas on how to incorporate these technologies into your existing curriculum
• Management techniques such as how to have students turn work in digitally, how to prevent technology failure, and what to do if it still fails
• Links to step-by-step directions and other resources for additional support

The goal of this webinar is simple:  you will understand how to successfully utilize at least three new tools that will enhance and compliment your current instructional activities! Plus, you will be familiar with nine additional tools, including Bubbl.us, Wikispaces, and PollEverywhere.

Technology in the classroom can add a great deal in student engagement, and, most importantly, the tools you will learn about can be used to align with your teaching and learning goals.  (You likely will find Web 2.0 tools you want to use in your personal life, too!)

Web 2.0 offers sharing, collaboration, creativity, building relationships, and authenticity—many of the hallmarks of an FCS classroom. 

Register now and learn how to connect your classroom to the world.

Who should register?   Educators, particularly in FCS, in grades 6-12 who want to integrate free Web 2.0 technologies into their daily lessons.   Beginners are welcome!

How does an archive work? Once you register for the archived event, your confirmation email will contain log in instructions for viewing the archived event.  You may choose the day and time that you view the event, but please be aware that registration gives you access to 1 viewing only.