Iowa Technology & Education Connection

ITEC Board Applications Due

Interested in helping guide the future of the ITEC organization and representing educators across the state? Fill out the candidate application form linked below before March 25, 2022. More information can be found on the Elections page. Complete the Application

Technology & the Teacher Librarian: An ITEC & IASL Webinar

Online via Zoom

Libraries have long been a place for information, innovation and exploration and the librarians within them have been instrumental in leading the charge, especially as schools continue to expand their access to digital tools and resources. Join this co-sponsored session as a panel of teacher librarians share how they support technology within their schools! Audience: […]

Free

Supporting Data Stewardship: Exploring the Value of the Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC)

Register Protecting learning information is paramount for any Iowa school district, but can require considerable time, effort and research for technology integrationists and directors to navigate the nuances of many companies’ fine print. Luckily, Iowa AEAs and the Iowa Department of Education are partnering to streamline data privacy stewardship tasks for CIOs in all Iowa […]

Free

January Webinar Opportunity

Online via Zoom

On Thursday, January 19 from 7 to 8 p.m., CSTA Iowa and ITEC are partnering to share content you can use in your classroom tomorrow! For elementary teachers: Marisa Dahl (ITEC) and Corey Rogers (CSTA Iowa) will share the Seesaw Lessons for Computer Science and how you can use them in your classroom. For secondary […]

From Drab to Fab: Graphic Design Tips & Tricks for Everyone

Online via Zoom

Our next webinar opportunity will be on Friday, February 24 from 11:30 a.m. to noon.. Do you want to take your teaching and learning materials from drab to fab? Join ITEC member Jenahlee Chamberlain and ITEC hosts Andrew Fenstermaker and Lynn Kleinmeyer for our February webinar. Jenahlee will share tons of tips, tricks and resources […]

Beyond Dewey: Using the School Library to Foster Innovation and Exploration

Online via Zoom

April is School Library Month! Join our ITEC Fall 2023 Conference Featured Speaker, Josh Stumpenhorst, as we explore how school libraries are using innovative approaches to foster creativity, collaboration, critical thinking skills and literacy among students. We'll examine maker spaces, media centers and other initiatives that are taking place in school libraries across the country, […]

Level Up: Getting Started with Esports in Iowa High Schools

Online via Zoom

Join ITEC and members of the Iowa High School Esports Association as we discuss Esports in Iowa High Schools. We will go over the “Why” of Esports in high schools as well as how schools can get started, lessons learned, and tips for either new schools or schools looking to improve their program. We will […]

Empowering Educators: Unleashing the Potential of Life Skills, Academic Content, and EdTech

Online via Zoom

Join our webinar, Unleashing the Potential of Life Skills, Academic Content, and EdTech, where educators will gain invaluable insights into integrating these elements for student success into projects. Discover how to cultivate well-rounded students equipped with essential life skills, such as critical thinking and collaboration, while expertly integrating academic content. Explore innovative EdTech tools that […]

Level Up: Cultivating a Growth Mindset in the Classroom

Online via Zoom

Do you want to help your students become more confident, curious, and resilient learners? Do you want to inspire them to embrace challenges and learn from mistakes? If so, join us for this session on cultivating a growth mindset in the classroom. You will learn how to foster a culture of learning and resilience among […]