EdmodoCon 2012

8/8/12

Edmodo educators gathered online across the globe for a remarkable day of professional development.

Teachers shared, inspired, and showcased ways they are using Edmodo and other digital tools in the classroom.

Thank you to 11,000 registrants who attended from 117 countries!

Learned lots at #EdmodoCon and had fun co-hosting a viewing party with @richbeaudrie! Ready for a great school year!
— Bethany Beaudrie (@bethanybeaudrie) August 9, 2012
So overwhelmed by the great new friends I have made through #Edmodocon my PLN just continues to get stronger and stronger.
— Carlos Fernandez (@Fernandezc4) August 10, 2012
Just finished up listening to an inspiring day of sessions at #edmodocon My brain hurts in the best way possible.
— Nicole Spencer (@n_elle) August 9, 2012
I love participating in PD from home! #EdmodoCon
— Annie B.(@annie_mb) August 8, 2012
My first #EdmodoCon and my first year teaching...couldn't be in better hands! Thanks @edmodo!
— Eric Mazurkewitz (@EMazurk) August 9, 2012

SPEAKERS

Nic Borg
Nic is CEO and co-founder of Edmodo. His primary focus is on developing the platform to meet the needs of teachers and students.
Patrick Fogarty
Patrick teaches Film at Xaverian High School, a college preparatory school in Brooklyn, NY, and serve as its director of Instructional Technology.
Dr. Hollie Becker
Dr. Hollie Becker is a K-12 Curriculum Coordinator at the Auburn-Washburn school district in Topeka, KS. She has been both a district and building administrator, as well as a high school teacher (English, Social Studies, Speech, and Theatre). Hollie is currently using Edmodo as a PD tool to assist in implementation of the 8 Standards for Mathematical Practice.
Tony Edwards
Anthony Edwards is a science educator with educational technology experience. He is also a doctoral candidate at Tarleton State University.
Matthew Tobin
Matt is a technology integrator for CCPS since 2007. Interests include STEM, PBL, and encouraging kids to exceed their expectations.
Jason Buck
Jason is a husband, father of 3 girls, educator, classroom technology integrator since 2007, change agent & boat rocker.
Matthew Spears
Personal and professional interest pushed Matt toward using mobile technology with students in Chesterfield County and his passion for great edtech fuels his work.
Liz Castillo
Liz is a digital educator passionate about teaching and learning. She is an Instructional Technology Specialist, ADE, CBL Advisory Board member and Siemens STEM Fellow.
Carlos Fernandez
Carlos is an Instructional Technology Coordinator for Leon County Schools, Florida. He’s also an Edtech Enthusiast, Technology Conference Speaker and Presenter.
Janet Desenzo
Janet DeSenzo is a technology coach and assistive technology specialist for the Vernon Township School District. I have a passion for discovering and sharing creative ways to enhance student learning through the use of technology.
John Hermansen
John is a Sr. Marketing Manager for Edmodo and loves to hear from teachers and administrators about how they are using technology.
Bianca Hewes
Bianca Hewes is a high school English teacher in Sydney, Australia. She's been an enthusiastic Edmodo user for three years and loves learning & sharing stuff.
Steven Jones
Steven Jones is an Instructional Technology Specialist at a fine arts school in Chicago with an extensive background in computer graphics and 3d animation.
Richard Farmer
Richard is an English teacher at St. Marys DCVI. Currently he teaches ENG4U, a split ENG1L/2L, and EPS3O.
Lucia Giacomantonio
Lucia is a Sr. Marketing Manager for Edmodo. She loves to connect with teachers to learn about new and creative ways Edmodo is being used in the classroom.
Jamie Reaburn Weir
Jamie Reaburn Weir is high school English teacher in Ontario Canada who loves to geek out with technology.

VIDEOS

Opening Keynote Nic Borg

Edmodo CEO and cofounder, Nic Borg, presents a preview of Edmodo's upcoming features.

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iPads in the Classroom Matthew Tobin, Jason Buck, and Matt Spears

Learn new ways the iPad can be used in conjunction with Edmodo to spark conversation between students and teachers. Watch presenters share their successes, failures and provide best practices.

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Engaging the Classroom with Edmodo Apps Steven Jones

Edmodo Apps will be launching soon for all teachers. Watch Steven present a preview Edmodo Apps and how you can use them to engage students.

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Using Edmodo to Enhance Collaboration Richard Farmer and Jamie Weir

Learn how Edmodo can enhance collaboration and help facilitate co-teaching between two classrooms. Watch Richard and Jamie share their experiences using Edmodo to have students collaborate on a project around the play, Hamlet. Hear what worked, how they would enhance things for next time and ways in which other classes could use Edmodo to collaborate.

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Back to School: Best Practices for Getting Started on Edmodo John Hermansen

Rolling out Edmodo in your classroom this year? Watch John present on how to get your students on board and best practices for using Edmodo in the classroom.

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Building Global Communities Liz Castillo

Watch Liz present an overview of a Challenge Based Learning project entitled “Building Global Community,” where students were challenged to expand their connection to the global community by connecting with students from around the world.

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1:1 Computing and the Limitless Classroom Patrick Fogarty

Has your school/district moved to a 1:1 model or are you thinking about it? Watch Patrick present one school’s obstacles and successes in moving to this model.

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Making PD Fun and Relevant with Edmodo Hollie Becker

Ever sit through an in-service and think “That’s 3 hours of my life I’ll never get back”? Watch Hollie present ways to make PD relevant, meaningful, and yes, FUN using Edmodo!

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Teaching Digital Citizenship Carlos Fernandez

Learn how Edmodo can be used as a tool to promote and foster Digital Citizenship. Watch Carlos present the top 7 topics that deal with Digital Citizenship, and different methods of teaching it effectively.

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Edmodo for Young Learners Janet Barone-DeSenzo

Teachers of young learners have unique challenges when it comes to integrating technology into the classroom. Watch Janet present ideas to help you engage young learners, from pre-K to second grade, in Edmodo.

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Flipping the Classroom Tony Edwards

Find out how you can use Edmodo to flip your science classroom! Watch Tony present creative ways to expose students to engaging content and provide students effective feedback to improve understanding.

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Game Based Learning Bianca Hewes

Learn how to engage students through a variety of Edmodo’s features (small groups, RSS, badges, avatars, student names, links, embed, posts, alerts etc). Watch Bianca present on how these features can be use to create an imaginative world that students immersed themselves in 24/7.

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Watch the Keynote

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