Learn how Minecraft can be harnessed on the cheap to serve as a multipurpose tool for students of all ages and content areas (ex. high school Geography to elementary science/engineering). We will discuss how this medium allows for students to create a shared baseline experience to build curriculum on as well as a tool with which students can demonstrate their learning. Move over, Google Slides, Minecraft will certainly captivate students in ways your boring slideshow never thought of!
Now in my 17th year of education, I have always embraced teaching with technology, even in schools without a technology budget. I've learned to seek out and rely on free sites/apps that work with nearly any devices. As a long-time ACTEM conference attender with a Masters in Technology... Read More →
Choose your own adventure in learning how to create a Choose Your Own Adventure for Your Students. The choices that you make will lead you to tools and ideas that can help you create an interactive experience for your students. Better yet, have your students create their own adventures for their class. Let students create adventures to demonstrate their knowledge. This session requires a device (best with a laptop: Mac, Linux, or Windows)
Director, Educational Technology, Cape Elizabeth Schools
I'm the Director of Educational Technology for Cape Elizabeth School Department. I'm passionate about student centered learning. I love middle school. I'm an open-source advocate. I've leveraged Moodle for Professional Development and student learning. I've been podcasting (Middle... Read More →
Thursday October 9, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT Washington
Canva for Education is becoming that ‘one stop shop’ for both teachers and students. Just this year, Canva release new features such as Canva Sheets, Canva Code, and enhancements for Canva AI. Let’s take the opportunity to dive into these as well as other good to know features to help tell stories we want to share.
Craig Sheil has been in the education field for the past 22 years, with his current role as a Digital Learning Specialist at a high school in NH. He is a Canva for Teachers Canvassador and Google for Education Trainer. He can also be found co-teaching graduate level technology courses... Read More →
Friday October 10, 2025 9:10am - 10:10am EDT Penobscot
Discover the Power of Data Collection Join us to explore how data collection reveals stories about our environment and communities at local, state, and global levels. Learn how to enhance social studies research topics using StoryMaps, which integrate various media and maps. ArcGIS, a free educational application, offers an engaging way for students to connect with real-time data and gain insights into industry-relevant tools. Bring your laptop!
