On Friday, I had the opportunity to attend an event sponsored by OETC. The event, SPARK, was an opportunity to listen to 5 speakers ( Joe Morelock, Amber Case, Ben Grey, Ruben Puentedura, and Dan Ariely) discuss ideas about education and the interplay of technology and learning, in a setting that encouraged conversation and interaction. It was refreshing to listen to the speakers and then discuss the ideas with others at the event. A friend and i were lamenting that the professional development that we as administrators have to sit through, is nowhere near as engaging as this was. Wondering why the monthly leadership meetings that I attend can not be more like this event. Video of the talks will be posted in the near future.
OETC is also the organization behind the annual Integrated series of conferences. IntegratedPDX is coming up at the end of February in Portland. It is a very accessible event, allowing speakers and participants many opportunities for conversation and interaction. This year they are adding a one day strand specifically for school administrators. Accelerate for Administrators will be an opportunity to for school administrators to learn and share in a setting that encourages connections. If you are interested in the confluence of technology and learning, this looks to be a great event. I'm looking forward to taking part.
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