Coach Bootcamp 2024

REGISTER DESCRIPTION This workshop aims to support educators aspiring to become Technology or Instructional Coaches, and also supports coaches who are relatively new in their coaching role.  The workshop aims to provide coaches with structure, tools, resources, and a PLN that they can access for support. Coach Jen will discuss best practices and will support attendees who are interested in incorporating the Google Coaching model into their professional practices. This workshop will be asynchronous with three synchronous meetings. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  8/2/2024 REQUISITES Audience Instructional Coaches (technology and all curricular areas) Level K-12 Instructor Jen Thomas Dates August 5, 12 and 19  Asynchronous with three synchronous online meetings Time Live Virtual Meetings TBD based on participants' availability Earn 15 PDPs   Location Online MassCUE Member Cost $150 Non-Member Cost $190 Limit 25 Participants Prerequisites Interest in or currently in an Instructional or Technology Coaching Role Optional Graduate Credit 1 Graduate Credit through Bridgewater State University (pending approval) INSTRUCTOR Jen Thomas is the Professional Learning and Program Coordinator for MassCUE. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Bates College in 2000, a Master of Arts degree in Musicology from Tufts University in 2002, and a Master of Science degree in Library Science from Simmons College in 2005. A passionate technology educator, she began her career as a library media specialist and later shifted into the role of instructional technology specialist. After almost two decades working in schools, she decided it was time to give back to an organization that supported her career and is now thrilled to be part of the MassCUE team. Jen is dedicated to empowering teachers and students and has a strong interest in planning and delivering professional development in all aspects of educational technology. Jen is a Google Certified Educator, Google Certified Coach, and Google Certified Trainer. She resides in Rhode Island with her husband, Charlie, and their three children, Cooper, Noah, and Caroline. COURSE OUTLINE Week 1: Building Relationships with teachers and administrators Week 2: Communication and Coaching Week 3: Campaigns and Initiatives ISTE STANDARDS ISTE Standards Coaching Standards 1: Change Agent 1a) Create a shared vision and culture for using technology to learn and accelerate transformation through the coaching process. 1b) Facilitate equitable use of digital learning tools and content that meet the needs of each learner. 1c) Cultivate a supportive coaching culture that encourages educators and leaders to achieve a shared vision and individual goals. 1d) Recognize educators across the organization who use technology effectively to enable high-impact teaching and learning. 1e) Connect leaders, educators, instructional support, technical support, domain experts and solution providers to maximize the potential of technology for learning. 2: Connected Learner 2a) Pursue professional learning that deepens expertise in the ISTE Standards in order to serve as a model for educators and leaders. 2b) Actively participate in professional learning networks to enhance coaching practice and keep current with emerging technology and innovations in pedagogy and the learning sciences. 2c) Establish shared goals with educators, reflect on successes and continually improve coaching and teaching practice. 3: Collaborator 3a) Establish trusting and respectful coaching relationships that encourage educators to explore new instructional strategies. 3b) Partner with educators to identify digital learning content that is culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and aligned to content standards. 3c) Partner with educators to evaluate the efficacy of digital learning content and tools to inform procurement decisions and adoption. 3d) Personalize support for educators by planning and modeling the effective use of technology to improve student learning. 4: Learning Designer 4a) Collaborate with educators to develop authentic, active learning experiences that foster student agency, deepen content mastery and allow students to demonstrate their competency. 4b) Help educators use digital tools to create effective assessments that provide timely feedback and support personalized learning. 4c) Collaborate with educators to design accessible and active digital learning environments that accommodate learner variability. 4d) Model the use of instructional design principles with educators to create effective digital learning environments. 5: Professional Learning Facilitator 5a) Design professional learning based on needs assessments and frameworks for working with adults to support their cultural, social-emotional and learning needs. 5b) Build the capacity of educators, leaders and instructional teams to put the ISTE Standards into practice by facilitating active learning and providing meaningful feedback. 5c) Evaluate the impact of professional learning and continually make improvements in order to meet the schoolwide vision for using technology for high-impact teaching and learning. 6: Data-Driven Decision Maker 6a) Assist educators and leaders in securely collecting and analyzing student data. 6b) Support educators to interpret qualitative and quantitative data to inform their decisions and support individual student learning. 6c) Partner with educators to empower students to use learning data to set their own goals and measure their progress. 7: Digital Citizen Advocate 7a) Inspire and encourage educators and students to use technology for civic engagement and to address challenges to improve their communities. 7b) Partner with educators, leaders, students and families to foster a culture of respectful online interactions and a healthy balance in their use of technology. 7c) Support educators and students to critically examine the sources of online media and identify underlying assumptions. 7d) Empower educators, leaders and students to make informed decisions to protect their personal data and curate the digital profile they intend to reflect. REGISTRATION Coach Bootcamp Registration Online Workshop (Optional Grad Credit) August 5, 12 and 19, 2024 REGISTER   REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  August 2, 2024

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MassCUE Annual General Meeting 2024 – Join Us!

    MassCUE members are cordially invited to the MassCUE Annual General Meeting and dinner.  This event will be held at 5:00 PM on June 5, 2024, at Gillette Stadium. The General Meeting is a time for you, our members, to talk with our MassCUE Board of Directors and reflect on all the great things we have accomplished together in the past year! Let's reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, interact with our Corporate Partners and give feedback to help shape the future of MassCUE. Join us for a cocktail hour at 5:00 PM, followed by a short presentation and dinner. This event is free for MassCUE members.   Location: Optum Lounge, Gillette Stadium View Map of Parking and Directions to Gillette Please Note that the Map shows 2 entrances.  E3 is the only entrance that can be used to get to the Optum Lounge. Directions: Enter via P1 Drive.  Continue along P1 Drive towards the Security Check Point.  Take your first right into Lot 6 and enter via the E3 Dell Technologies Suite entrance.  Lighted electronic boards and directional signs will direct you to your event. Registration This event is for current members only. If your membership has expired, you must renew before you complete your registration.  If you are not a MassCUE member, please join before registering! REGISTER Click on the tabs below for our Annual Report and 2023 Annual Meeting minutes. Annual Report General Meeting Minutes   View the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24   View Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Please review the minutes from the 2023 Annual General Meeting. A motion will be made to accept these minutes at our June 5, 2024 meeting. View Minutes General Meeting June 2023 *Meeting minutes posted April 19, 2024

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CUEup: Watertown, MA

Donohue’s Bar and Grill 87 Bigelow Avenue Watertown, MA Thursday, April 25, 2024 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Meet with fellow edtech educators at our MassCUE CUEup on April 25 from 5:00-8:00pm at Donohue's Bar & Grill in Watertown. This event, which is generously sponsored by MassCUE Corporate Partner Gaggle is a great opportunity to connect with other educators in your neighborhood. Drinks and appetizers will be provided. Come socialize, network and share ideas in an informal setting. RSVP Please let us know you are coming by filling out this form. What are CUEups? MassCUE CUEups are opportunities for educators to meet up, connect, network, and share innovative, best practices in teaching and learning. Taking place in a variety of locations around Massachusetts, CUEups are intended to ignite passion, encourage camaraderie, and grow the MassCUE community.

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Corporate Partner ClassLink: “Automagical” April 30

    ClassLink “Automagical”  ID Management and Rostering Advanced IAM (Identity & Access…

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Corporate Partner ClassLink: “Automagical” April 16

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Corporate Partner Teq “30 Keyboard Shortcuts that Teachers Need” with Alice Keeler

30 Keyboard Shortcuts that Teachers Need Thursday, April 11, at 3:00P.M. (ET) Learn how you can enhance…

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Corporate Partner Teq “What Makes a Quality Rubric” with Alice Keeler

What Makes a Quality Rubric with Alice Keeler Thursday, March 21, at 3:00P.M. (ET) Join Alice Keeler…

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Virtual PD: Getting Started with AI — Tools for K-12 Educators

REGISTRATION Virtual Professional Development: Getting Started with AI: Tools for K-12 Educators May 1, 2024 and May 8, 2024 REGISTER FOR GETTING STARTED WITH AI DESCRIPTION This session offers exciting possibilities for supporting innovative teaching and personalized education. This module provides practical techniques that any educator can use to help support their teaching. No experience with prompt engineering, or Generative AI is required. In this course participants will: Learn how to brainstorm lesson plans that integrate learner interests and needs. Generate engaging class activities. Think of new and innovative ways of solving problems. Generate personalized quizzes on the fly that students can use to test themselves on topics and incorporate their interests. Format: Virtual Live sessions, 2 x 90 minute sessions, plus, asynchronous work. Live Sessions: Wednesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 8 Audience Educators Level K-12 Instructors Nicole L'Etoile and Jen Thomas Dates May 1st and May 8th, 2024 Time 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Location Virtual MassCUE Member Cost $75.00 Non-Member Cost $95.00 Earn 5 PDPs: Digital Literacy and Computer Science, Instructional Technology/Digital Literacy Limit 30 Maximum INSTRUCTORS Jen Thomas is the Professional Learning and Program Coordinator for MassCUE. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Bates College in 2000, a Master of Arts degree in Musicology from Tufts University in 2002, and a Master of Science degree in Library Science from Simmons College in 2005. A passionate technology educator, she began her career as a library media specialist and later shifted into the role of instructional technology specialist. After almost two decades working in schools, she decided it was time to give back to an organization that supported her career and is now thrilled to be part of the MassCUE team. Jen is dedicated to empowering teachers and students and has a strong interest in planning and delivering professional development in all aspects of educational technology. Jen is a Google Certified Educator, Google Certified Coach, and Google Certified Trainer. She resides in Rhode Island with her husband, Charlie, and their three children, Cooper, Noah, and Caroline.     Dr. L’Etoile, holding an Ed.D. from J&W University, brings extensive expertise in designing diverse learning solutions. Passionate about technology integration, instructional design, and ensuring online content is accessible. She is a certified Google PMP and a seasoned coach. With roles including LMS Administrator, K-12 Principal, PD Consultant, Induction Coach, and Business & Computer Educator, her impact on professional practice is substantial. Nicole resides in RI with her husband, Paul.  

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Better Together 2024

AI: IMPACT ON EDUCATION Virtual Panel Discussion 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. MassCUE is excited to announce a special event that is completely free and open to anyone interested in learning more about AI's impact on education. MassCUE is hosting a virtual panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in partnership with the Collaborative for Educational Services (CES), the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA), the Massachusetts Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (MASCD), the Massachusetts Educational Technology Administrators Association (METAA), and the Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA). The purpose of this event is to generate productive conversation about AI in education and elevate the work that is happening in educational settings across Massachusetts.   Register for Better Together -- AI Impact  PANELISTS CES: Suzanne Judson-Whitehouse, Online Learning Manager CSTA: Ryan Robidoux, Digital Learning Specialist MASCD: James Edward Anderson, Jr., Science Department Chair MSLA: Colleen Simpson, Library Media Specialist MassCUE: Jo Persad, Independent Equity Consultant METAA: Jonathan Rajarathinam, High School Senior DESE: Jackie Gantzer, Director of Educational Technology MODERATORS MassCUE: Jen Thomas MassCUE: Brandon Hall

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Corporate Partner TECHMD: “Small-Scale Projects to Boost MCAS Success” March 14

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CUEup: Lowell, MA

March CUEup Cobblestones of Lowell Restaurant 91 Dutton Street, Lowell, MA Friday, March 22, 2024 5:00 P.M. – 8:00…

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Fall Conference 2024

    Held in partnership with the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.), the MassCUE Annual Fall Conference is the premier education technology conference in New England. MassCUE is the Massachusetts affiliate of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). The theme of the 2024 Fall Conference is MassCUE4ALL: Beyond the Surface. REGISTRATION & PRICING This two-day event features workshops, demonstrations and presentations by thought leaders and preeminent educators on how to enhance teaching and learning with technology. Hundreds of education technology companies and nonprofit organizations participate in this event, sharing the latest in education technology advances with educators and administrators from across the region. For educators who want to connect with their peers and learn the latest in edtech, the Fall Conference has it all! ATTENDEE INFORMATION ATTENDEE INFORMATION/REGISTRATION Registration Registration & Pricing Information Registration Conference Schedule Overview Times for Start, Sessions, Lunch, Speakers View Conference Apps Attendee Mobile & Goosechase Apps View Attendee Info/Tips Info on parking, ADA cart, WiFi & more View   Accommodations MassCUE has secured special pricing at several area hotels. View Earn Credits Earn graduate credit from Bridgewater State University Learn More Venue Maps Find interactive spaces, workshops & more View Maps Code of Conduct Review our Code of Conduct Learn More SCHEDULE, SPEAKERS, EXHIBITORS, INTERACTIVE SPACES SCHEDULE, SPEAKERS, EXHIBITORS, INTERACTIVE SPACES CONFERENCE SCHEDULE: Overview Overview Schedule w/Times for Sessions, Keynote Speakers, Exhibit Hall Hours, and Ice Cream/Cookies View Overview Schedule CONFERENCE SCHEDULE: Workshops Session Titles & Tracks: Times & More Details Coming Soon View Workshops EXHIBITORS: Full List View a list of our Exhibitors for the Fall 2024 Conference and Exhibit Hall Hours. View exhibitors SPEAKER: Wednesday Keynote Dr. Kandice Sumner Learn More SPEAKERS: Thursday Panel MassCUE4ALL: Beyond the Surface Panel Discussion Learn More SPEAKERS: Session Speakers Learn more about our speakers and sessions Learn More INTERACTIVE SPACE: AI Playground: sponsored by SchoolAI Discover ways to use AI in education. Learn More INTERACTIVE SPACE: Creativity Cafe sponsored by SMART Technologies Presenters showcasing their work on creativity in the classroom. Learn More INTERACTIVE SPACE: Educator Showcase Poster Session Fellow educators sharing new ideas and inspiration. Learn More SPONSORED SPACE: ESports Arena sponsored by CDW Education Explore the world of ESports. Learn More SPONSORED SPACE: STEM Playground sponsored by Teq Explore the latest STEM technologies for learning through hands-on experiences. Learn More SPONSORED SPACE: Pro AV area sponsored by Pro AV Explore the latest solutions from Pro AV. Learn More SPONSORED SPACE: Fun Zone sponsored by Renaissance Take a break with indoor games. Learn More SPONSORED SPACE: TouchView Interactive Education Center sponsored by Ockers Explore the latest technology solutions from Ockers. Learn More VOLUNTEER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Receive discounted admission and go behind the scenes of New England’s biggest education technology conference by volunteering your time. We are seeking volunteers to help out at the 2024 MassCUE Fall Conference. Sign up for a two-hour shift and you will receive discounted registration of $ 90 (1 day), $170 (volunteer both days), or $270 (volunteer 1 day, attend both days). To volunteer, simply click on the link to the form below to let us know your preferences. Volunteers will be accepted until October 4. SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER   SOCIAL MEDIA AMBASSADORS Help us share the learning, innovation and fun of the MassCUE Fall Conference! We are seeking MassCUE Ambassadors to share their experiences on social media. Ambassadors will be asked to promote the conference beforehand, as well as post highlights from speakers, sessions, interactive areas, vendor exhibit activity and more during the conference itself. If we choose you as an Ambassador, you’ll get FREE ADMISSION to our conference as well as bragging rights as an edtech influencer. Ambassadors will be chosen based on experience with social media and number of followers. Want to be a MassCUE Fall Conference Ambassador? Fill out the application below. Applications due no later than September 30, 2024. APPLY TO BE AN AMBASSADOR EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS INFORMATION EXHIBITORS and SPONSORS Thank you for your interest in exhibiting at the MassCUE Fall Conference. Exhibitor Registration is open!   Tuesday, October 15th Exhibitor Move-In/Set Up Wednesday, October 16th and Thursday, October 17th Trade Show   Exhibitors & Sponsors Brochure Exhibitors & Sponsors General Info and Opportunities Brochure View Brochure Exhibitor Registration Exhibitor and Sponsor Registration for Fall 2024 Conference Register to Exhibit Accommodations MassCUE has secured special pricing at several area hotels. LEARN MORE Exhibitor Guide Information for Exhibitors LEARN MORE Nonprofit Exhibitors Guide Information for Nonprofit Exhibitors Learn More Lead Retrieval Mobile app/scanners to gather, qualify and annotate leads. Vendors may work directly with 1st Sales to purchase services. Learn More FAQs Exhibitor FAQs for Fall 24 Conference Learn More Exhibitor List List of Exhibitors for the Fall 2024 Conference view exhibitors Conference Stats MassCUE 2023 Attendee Information Learn More PRESENT AT MASSCUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Submission Portal Closed Thank you for your interest in presenting at the MassCUE Fall Conference. The submission portal is now closed. In continuing with MassCUE's theme, MassCUE4ALL, this year's conference theme is MassCUE4All: Going Beyond the Surface. When thinking about equity, we often begin with surface-level information; definitions, motivations, and basic examples. At MassCUE, we believe it’s time to push beyond this introductory literacy and to dive into the heart of equity topics. As such, all of our strands will include the word "beyond" as a reminder of our goal to push past the comfortable and into the difficult conversations, as that is where true learning begins! In our efforts to uplift the voices of educators, MassCUE is focusing our RFP on educators in schools. Deadline to submit: July 19, 2024 Presentation Styles Ed Talks The Ed Talk is a traditional session that emulates a learning experience, which might be represented in a breakout session or a workshop to listen, learn and create. The session would focus on a specific topic or content area, a specific process, tool, project or resource. This is a 55-minute traditional session presented by one or two presenters via use of a slide deck or a similar mode of presentation delivery. Interactive Spaces The Interactive Spaces component will provide interactive opportunities to inspire educators. Presenters will showcase their work with attendees in table-top presentations and demonstrations, engage in discussion and build upon ideas and to provide takeaways to all who jump into the Interactive Spaces experience. This is a 55-minute informal session facilitated by one or two presenters. The interactive spaces for the 2024 fall conference are: AI Playground - Educators will showcase ways to integrate AI into education, exploring practical applications, ethical considerations, and innovative strategies, empowering participants to shape the future of teaching and learning. Creativity Cafe - Educators will showcase their work through tabletop activities and demonstrations, inviting educators to engage in discussions and leave with practical takeaways to inspire creativity in their classrooms. Educator Showcase: Poster Session - Educators will showcase innovative projects and engaging lessons, inviting attendees to gain inspiration for their own classrooms. Presenters will have access to a table with a display board. Conference Strands Beyond Literacy: Digital, Media, and AI - Explore innovative approaches to digital literacy, media literacy, and the integration of AI technologies in educational settings, empowering educators to navigate and harness the potential of these tools for deeper learning experiences. Beyond Fear: Student Data Privacy & Cybersecurity - Delve into strategies and best practices for safeguarding student data privacy and bolstering cybersecurity measures within educational institutions, fostering a safe and secure digital learning environment that prioritizes student confidentiality and protection. Beyond a Job: Digital Well-Being - Examine the intersection of technology and mental health in education, addressing the importance of fostering digital well-being among students and educators alike through mindful technology usage, self-care practices, and promoting healthy relationships with digital devices. Beyond the Visible: Supporting All Learners - Focus on inclusive practices and accessibility in education, exploring ways to support diverse learners including those with disabilities, learning differences, and diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring equitable access to educational opportunities for all students. Presentation Support Have a question about submitting a proposal or looking for some help putting a proposal together? Sign up for a one-on-one session with our Professional Learning & Program Coordinator, who can work directly with you. For quick questions, please email Presenters@MassCUE.org.

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