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Micca 2006 
Guiding Progress for Students -
May 2-4, 2006
Presentations/Papers
Koritsu as a Model for Technology Integration
2006 MICCA Best Paper Award
Alecia Berman-Dry, Technology Coordinator
St. John's
Episcopal School, MD
Japan is thought of as one of the most advanced technological
cultures. A logical presupposition is that they teach
technology in schools. On a fact-finding mission to
Japan, I learned that is not the case. Yet, what I
discovered thoroughly supports the U.S.-led push toward
technology integration into classroom curriculum. This
session will explore the Japanese concept of efficiency—“koritsu”--and
its role in that country's technology education program.
Japan's program philosophy is compared to the U.S.
model and studied for its implications for technology
integration.
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Using Excel to Build Simulations, Games, Interactive
Tests and Animations - Davina Pruitt-Mentle, University
of Maryland
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UMCP Educational Technology Outreach Online Course
Assessment and Evaluation Model
Davina Pruitt-Mentle, Director
Education Technology Policy, Research and Outreach
College
of Education, University of Maryland
This session offers lessons learned from the development
and delivery of University of Maryland, College Park's
Educational Technology Outreach Online Course Assessment
and Evaluation Model and case study analysis of two
selected on-line educational technology courses . This
model resulted from two overarching questions: How
will our courses provide evidence of student content
knowledge and skill competency to meet the NCATE review
board requirements (can be applied to state content
standards)? Have the course content and activities
actually changed participant behavior in the classroom/workplace?
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The Role of Social Presence in Online Communities
Robert Caples, Assistant Supervisor Educational Technology
Carroll County Public Schools, MD
University of Maryland,
EDHD
Learn what social presence is and how it is important
to establishing and maintaining your professional development
online communities. See what research based studies
have to say about how it affects learning and motivation
in online courses. This information will be highly
relevant to district and building administrators interested
in creating and sustaining online communities.
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In Search of a Research Paradigm in Researching
Computer Technologies in Mathematics Education
Diler Oner, Ph.D. Student
University of Wisconsin-Madison
School of Education
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
I discuss the theoretical foundations of two research
paradigms that are relevant in mathematics education
research about technology. The participants might
use this information to think more clearly about the
research in this area.
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Integrating Technology to Enhance Vocabulary
Acquisition
Min-Tun Chuang
Curriculum and Instruction, Doctorate
Program
University of Maryland
Vocabulary is an important key predictor of the ability
to comprehend text for both monolingual English and
bilingual English learners. Recently, many technological
tools like software products and e-book have been created
to facilitate vocabulary acquisition. Based on research
studies, how those technological tools influence vocabulary
learning are discussed and practical guidelines to
evaluate technological tools/software will be shared.
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With Technology, The Sky is the Limit
Kimberly Reddy, Teacher
Holy Trinity Episcopal Day
School
University of Maryland
With technology, the sky is the limit. Students are
emailing, instant messaging, and chatting online. Technology
is everywhere. So why not utilize this wealth of technology
in our classrooms? Join us for an interactive discussion
and demonstration of some of the most accessible, affordable,
and easy to use classroom devices. Learn about successful
lesson plans and listen as we share our practical suggestions.
Get ready to transform your classroom into a fast-paced,
fun, and user-friendly environment!
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Online Teaching Portfolios for Professional Growth
Yesmin Yilmazel-Sahin
University of Maryland
The presenter who is teaching at the graduate level
will share her online teaching portfolio in which she
demonstrates ACADEMIC and PROFESSIONAL growth. Parts
of the portfolio development process and portfolio
products will be described. Those who are interested
in learning about portfolio planning, implementation,
and evaluation will benefit from this session. Applicable
for pre and in-service and K-12. |
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Poster Sessions
Phishing for Worms - Just What Are Worms, Adware,
Spyware, and Phishing
Expeditions?
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Baby Stepping into a Schoolwide Technology Program
Evan Bernstein, Montgomery County
Janis Curran, Montgomery County
Tech-Rich Learning Environment/3-5/Beg
Participants will learn how a Title I school went
from not utilizing its full technology potential to
holding a school wide technology fair |
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Making Learning Come Alive Through the Use if
Digital Microscopes
Lori Runk, Anne Arundel County
Tech-Rich Learning Environment/K-5/Any Level
MICCA Grant Winner
Through the use of the Digital Blue QX5 computer microscope
and software, students will have the ability to manipulate
magnified images on the monitor using drawing tools,
to create videos and time-lapse movies, and to save
and/or print their slides. In addition, they will be
integrating science, language arts, and technology
by having third grade students create an E-book from
the slides viewed, write captions and provide explanations
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IT'S ELEMENTARY, MY DEAR WATSON !
Brenda Birnbach, Baltimore County
Leslie Green, Baltimore County
Tech Rich Learning Environment/K-5/Any Level
Check out the successful collaboration between the
technology coordinator ,the library media specialist
and classroom teachers. We devised a partnership to
develop a variety of multimedia projects that effectively
blend database research to the vsc that creates an
exciting educational experience for the educational
community. A great way for successful infusion of technology
spilling out into the classroom. |
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Entrepreneurial Heritage Project
Lisa Bender, Garrett County
Tech-Rich Learning Environment/9-12/Intermediate
MICCA Grant Winner
The Entrepreneurial Heritage Project presentation
will show examples of student research of business
pioneers from their hometowns as well as lessons that
teachers may use to conduct oral histories and make
connections to classroom content. Evidence of
students applying advanced technology skills will be
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Electronic Portfolios: A tool for Planning Backwards
Victor Hall, Worcester County
Mark Shipley, Worcester County
Tech-Rich Learning Environment/All Levels/Any Level
This session will share lessons learned and activities
used in using e-portfolios with students Electronic
Portfolio - a tool for planning backwards: |
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Infusing Adult Learning Theory into Online Learning
Francesca Carpenter& Linda Carling
Johns Hopkins University Center for Technology in Education
Data Driven Leadership/Adult/Any Level
Make your online professional development more relevant
and engaging by infusing adult learning theory and
principles. Learn strategies used by the Johns Hopkins
University Center for Technology in Education to integrate
key adult learning principles and research-based practices
into online learning opportunities. |
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The Power of PowerPoint!
Melinda Frydenlund, Montgomery County
Tech Rich Learning Environmment/K-5/Any Level
This session will present a variety of creative ways
to use Microsoft PowerPoint to enhance elementary reading
and writing instruction. Participants will learn
how to use PowerPoint to support content learning outcomes
through the creation of whole-class and student presentations,
interactive electronic books, and technology-enhanced
student publications. |
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Online Instruction in the K-12 Environment
Julius Zuke, Baltimore City
On-Line Learning/9-12/Any
Once found only in college settings, online courses
are now being used and misused in K-12 schools. Participants
in this presentation will be able discern between appropriate
and inappropriate uses of online instruction in a K-12
setting, especially as it relates to the emergence
of Blackboard software in Maryland schools. |
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Miscellaneous
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