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01/12/12 Find Solutions for CTE Challenges at Education Open Source
In school districts and colleges alike, educational and financial challenges demand our attention as we strive to develop a skilled and nimble workforce. It is our responsibility to stay on top of economic and education trends impacting CTE while making connections with people who can help us do our jobs better. Today’s programs require a firm grasp of results-oriented action plans, useful technology, purposeful communications, and measurable data – and all those solutions are under
09/29/11 EOS 2012: Changing the Face of CTE
Education Open Source 2012 continues to build upon its success as one of the premier professional development events for career and technical education professionals. We’ve added more learning opportunities to this year’s event as part of our commitment to meet the needs of CTE professionals. These new additions combined with the great components EOS already included make it a great investment for you and your district. Keynote speakers include President Emeritus of Southwest Airline, Colleen
03/07/11 EOS 2011: In Review
Despite the crazy weather, EOS 2011 hosted more than 600 attendees, 30+ exhibitors and a special appearance by state representative, Mark Strama. Richard Froeschle’s session was a hit with his presentation on the changing face of the Texas Labor Market. He shared key statistics about the current and future state of the Texas economy. Michele Collins led the first workshop on CTE and ELLs. Participants learned how to engage students in classroom discussion while building
01/26/11 Pitsco Education: Integrating Green Projects
Integrating Green Projects The best way to learn about green education is to experience it with your hands. You’ll get that chance at the Pitsco Education breakout session on “Integrating Green Projects,” immediately following the opening general session on Tuesday, February 8. Build your own magnetic levitation (maglev) car and test it on our maglev track. You will also have the opportunity to experience one of our green learning units, Green Machines. Pitsco’s blended GreenSTEM
01/19/11 Enhance their Degree: Developing Student Workforce Skills through an Internship Experience
For college-aged students, having the opportunity to be an intern in their field of study while working towards a degree is a dream come true. Getting a chance to apply their knowledge in real world environments combined with their class studies may give a young person the edge they need to be highly competitive in a tough job market. During the past year, San Jacinto College has been working with aerospace companies in Houston that
01/11/11 Classroom Talk
I think we need more talk in our classrooms. More student talk. We need to hear from shy students and the students who are just beginning to learn English. We need to hear all our students thinking out loud as they solve problems and discuss concepts with partners and in groups. We need to teach them to use academic, precise language and make it safe for them to practice this skill every day. When students
01/04/11 TED Talks for Teachers
As we gear up for Education Open Source, take a look at the following videos to inspire and motivate you to ignite creativity in the classroom. TED Talks about Education Food for Thought – Each less than 18 minutes in length, TED Talks provide viewers with insightful and thought-provoking commentary and ideas. The contents of many TED Talks can be directly or indirectly applied to classroom practices. We are pleased to share these recommendations from
12/13/10 Fireside Chat with Marty Thompson
The Fireside Chat session is planned for those in leadership roles who have questions and need to interact with other districts who are dealing with critical issues facing CTE today. Several key points are planned talking points, but it is open to any additional issues such as: PBMAS, Shared Services and Survival. This is a networking interactive session and not a lecture form, so come with your questions and be prepared to share how you
11/19/10 Akins High School: A Model CTE Program
Experience a model CTE program in person on a guided tour of Akins High School in Austin ISD. Akins was the first high school in Austin and one of six schools in Texas to participate in the High School Redesign Project. AHS implemented their redesign with strong support for CTE from administration and established effective collaboration among academic and CTE teachers to increase student participation and achievement. Ninety percent of Akins’ 2,750 students complete at
11/01/10 Texas Workforce Commission Grant to Support FIRST Robotic Teams
The Foundation for Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology in Texas (FIRST in Texas) is a 501©3 nonprofit organization that exists to grow and sustain FIRST programs within the state of Texas. FIRST in Texas is pleased to announce its award of a grant through the Texas Workforce Commission to fund new, high school level robotics teams across the state! John Shellene, president at Sherpa Management Partners, Inc., will be presenting at Education Open
