ISTE 2014

ISTE 2014 was amazing!

Yes, I had the privilege of attending ISTE2014 in Atlanta, Georgia! A plethora of information was shared during this amazing conference. I left revitalized and energized. Bring on the new school year!!

Embrace the power of play!
My favorite keynote speaker this year was Kevin Carroll. He spoke about inspiring kids and encouraging them to play. His red rubber ball story really made the point. He shared the Nike Play Tag commercial. It was hilarious and made me want to play! Wouldn't it be so cool to do this during an Inservice? I think so! You may connect with him on Twitter @kckatalyst.

I attended many sessions and spoke with lots of people during my time at ISTE. I left filled with new learning, connections, and a hunger for more information.

Highlights for me include:

• Smackdown! - part of Hack Education day
• ISTE Ignite Session #1
• 30 Free Microsoft Tools in 60 Minutes
• Hide Your Wallets,It's Gadget Time - Leslie Fisher
• Leslie Fisher is a terrific presenter! She shared cool gadgets in a fun and engaging way! You may connect with her on Twitter @lesliefisher.
• Adam Bellow's Tech Commandments
• connecting with Remind
• various poster sessions 

Some topics I plan to explore further include:

• makerspace
• math fair
• Microsoft's free tools
• The You Matter Manifesto
• 3Doodler... a 3D pen