Lessons to be Shared from Using Technology in the Classroom: The Human Factor Prevails! |
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| All too often, educators assume that the presence of technology in the classroom will result in a pedagogical "epiphany" for the students. However, the presence of technology will only serve to illustrate major areas of needed development and support. The six year experience of the teachers in the Eastern Townships School Board (ETSB) has served to clearly demonstrate that the much heralded transformation must be done in a manner that allows for "success and failure." In this session, Ron will present the key findings of a major survey completed by the teachers, students and parents of the ETSB that depicts the true impact of technology in the classroom. Ron will also share some insights into the best approaches to take to convince fellow educators that technology is now an essential part to making education relevant for children. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions and share their feedback with colleagues. Podcasts from ETSB teachers will also be made available. Participants are encouraged to visit the School Board's website at www.etsb.qc.ca and visit the section entitled Enhanced Learning Strategy. | |
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| Room: | C 117 |
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Ronald Canuel Magog, Quebec Ron is the Director General of the public education system known as the Eastern Townships School Board, located in Magog, Quebec. Ron is the visionary leader in the successful integration of a 1:1 wireless laptop computer in all classes from Grades 3 to 11, the final year of high school. This initiative, known as the Enhanced Learning Strategy (ELS) began in 2003 and has since transformed many of the learning and teaching environments in the schools. Ron was the recipient of the Canadian Association of School Administrators EXL award for Excellence and Leadership in Education, in 2006 and recently, received the 2008 HERO in Education Award from Reader's Digest-Selection magazine, again, for his work in the creation and implementation of the ELS. Under Ron's guidance, the Eastern Townships School Board signed partnership agreements with the world famous Cirque du Soleil and with the country of Uruguay, to assist them in the largest deployment of laptop computers in the world, over 400,000. Ron has been an educator for over 33 years and has been a speaker at many conferences in North and South America, as well as in Europe. As a teacher, administrator, consultant and parent, Ron believes that education is now at an important crossroad. Ron has been often solicited for his insights and perspectives on the best approaches to take when using technology in the classroom. canuelr@etsb.qc.ca  |
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