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NECC 2009 > At A Glance > Whats In It For Me
At A Glance  What's in it for me?
Why attend NECC?
At ISTE's NECC Conference, there is knowledge everywhere you turn! Whether in the more than 300 Formal and Hands-on Sessions, the Informal Learning Lounges and Playgrounds, or in the vast Exhibit Hall, complete with information and training sessions of their own.
Who should attend NECC?
NECC provides leadership development for the whole education team. There is literally professional development for every level of Ed Tech professional. Use our Custom Program Search to find sessions based on your job description (Audience Type), or look for something to "stretch your wings," by searching on Themes and Strands or Category.
- Inspiration and strategies for improving learning for all students
- Compelling models of online and face-to-face technology integration for administrators and teacher trainers
- Hands-on training in multimedia, Web 2.0, and mobile technologies
- Time saving productivity and management tools
- Effective solutions for professional staff development and technology planning
- New and innovative ideas for meeting federal mandates
- Alignment with ISTE's NETS for Students, Teachers, and Administrators
Teachers will:
- Learn to integrate technology standards across the curricula and into assessment practices
- Develop strategies to boost learning for all students
- Participate in active, authentic learning environments and share stories and resources
Tech Coordinators and Staff Developers will:
- Learn proven strategies for technology funding, staff development, maintenance and support, and safety and security
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and the latest resources and tactics for implementing federal mandates
Administrators and Policy Makers will:
- Find out about the use of technology to improve outcomes for all learners
- Learn about standards and assessment models for faculty and tech programs
- Explore tactics and resources for data-driven decision making and implementing federal mandates
Teacher Educators will:
- Learn about the latest in distance education and technology-infused methods courses
- Explore the latest initiatives for highly qualified teachers
- Help tomorrow's teachers meet emerging state and national standards
Library Media Specialists will:
- Learn best practices and strategies for developing digital age literacy skills
- Discover how you can fully leverage new online and handheld technologies
- Explore new leadership roles and strategies for collaborating with other educators
Government and Industry Representatives will:
- Learn about building- and classroom-level issues, needs, and challenges
- Keep up with trends and issues in the use of technology to improve teaching and learning
- Learn about strategies and models for developing, maintaining, and supporting constituents' technology infrastructures
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Mark Your Calendars!
NECC 2009
June 28-July 1
Registration Opens
October 8, 2008
Call for Participation
Opens September 2, 2008
Closes October 8, 2008
Housing Reservations
Opens November 7, 2008
Super Early-Bird Registration
Deadline: March 31, 2009
Early-Bird Registration
Deadline: May 1, 2009
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