STE Annual Summer Conference 2013
2013 Theme: Teaching and Learning in Action
Action is Eloquence -William Shakespeare
"Teaching and Learning in Action" takes place in classrooms where teachers and students are working together to make learning happen. Various strategies and programs emphasize student-centered learning in which students have choice, make decisions about their own learning, participate in authentic projects, and seamlessly use technology tools. Approaches such as project-based learning, leadership programs, flipped classrooms, action research, bibliotherapy and makerspaces will be highlighted. Service-learning and other research-based strategies will make excellent topics for sharing at this practical, teacher-friendly conference. Our actions as engaged and innovative educators ensure that we will teach with eloquence!
This one-day conference will feature two general sessions, learning stations, concurrent sessions, and makerspaces. Lunch and a continental breakfast will be provided by the conference. Door prizes will be given at the general sessions (must be present to win).
| When: | Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CDT | |
| Where: | Gary A. Ransdell Hall, Western Kentucky University | |
| Registration: | Registration from April 8 – May 29 (POs, check, and cash accepted) - Register online $30.00 Early Bird Registration Fee ($45 after May 29 and on-site) $15.00 Fee for WKU Student and for presenters Free Maker Spaces Sessions NEW! |
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| Website: | http://www.wku.edu/ste/conference |
NEW! This year we will have one and a half hours after lunch for workshops and makerspaces. Makerspaces are open labs where people with common interests gather to share resources, knowledge, and make something (sort of like the old make-and-take workshops). We will have several Maker Spaces for different topics. All materials will be provided. Registration is free but space is limited to 10 people for each Maker Space. There will also be technology workshops during the afternoon session.
For information about the conference program and payment of registration fees contact Jamie Stephens at jamie.stephens@wku.edu. After completing the online registration form, print your registration information and mail the form and your payment information to the following:
Jamie Stephens
Western Kentucky University
1906 College Heights Blvd. #61030
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Note! Bring a sweater! As with any conference, some people will be cold and others will be too warm. It's a good idea to bring a wrap of some kind so you will not be uncomfortable.
