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Conference Overview

15th ANNUAL IETC 2008

Illinois Education & Technology Conference

November 20 & 21, 2008

Crowne Plaza Hotel  - (217) 529-7777, (800) 589-2769

3000 South Dirksen

Springfield, Illinois

This conference is an exciting opportunity which will offer educators, technology coordinators and others interested in improving the quality of education, an opportunity to gain information and exchange ideas on the application of educational technology in our schools.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

  • Classroom Teachers   

  • Technology Coordinators

  • Administrators  

  • Curriculum Specialists

  • Media Specialists      

  • Special Education Instructors

  • School Technical Staff

  • Business Managers

  • Community Leaders

  • Parents Interested in Educational Technology

  • Legislators

AGENDA OVERVIEW:

Evening of Wednesday, November 19: Registration and vendor area will be open.

5:00pm-8:00pm Registration Open
6:00pm-8:00pm Exhibit Hall Open, Evening Reception Sponsored by Illinois  Learning Technology Purchase Program  

Thursday, November 20:  This conference day will consist of one-hour sessions and two-hour workshops on educational technologies and strategies for implementation presented by Illinois educators. A keynote address, poster sessions, luncheon, featured speakers, exhibit hall, and opportunities for networking are on the agenda. Don't forget to attend the evening reception in the exhibit hall for a chance to win fabulous prizes!

7:30am-5:30pm

Registration Open

7:30am-5:30pm

Exhibit Hall Open

7:30-8:30

Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall (Level 1)

8:30-9:20

Session I Workshops / Poster Sessions

9:30-10:20

Session II Workshops / Poster Sessions

10:20-11:00

Poster Sessions / Exhibit Hall / Break

11:00-11:50

Session III Workshops
12:00-1:10  Lunch/Keynote Address in 2nd Floor Ballroom. 
1:10-1:20 Break
1:20-2:10 Session IV Workshops
2:10-2:25 Break
2:25-3:15 Session V Workshops
3:25-4:15 Session VI Workshops
4:15-5:30 Hospitality Reception in Exhibit Hall  

Friday, November 21:  This conference day will also consist of one-hour sessions and two-hour workshops. A luncheon with keynote address, prize drawing, featured speakers, and opportunities for networking are on the agenda.

7:30-10:30 Registration Open
7:30-8:30 Continental Breakfast in the Ballroom  (Level 2)
8:30-9:20 Session I Workshops
9:30-10:20 Session II Workshops
10:20-10:35 Break
10:35-11:25 Session III Workshops
11.25am-12:30pm Lunch/Keynote Address/Prize Drawing in 2nd Floor Ballroom. 
12:30-12:45 Break
12:45-1:35 Session IV Workshops
1:45-2:35 Session V Workshops

OVERNIGHT HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:

A block of rooms is being held at the Springfield Crowne Plaza Hotel at a special conference rate through October 14. Call the Crowne directly at (217) 529-777 and ask for rooms in the "Illinois Education & Technology Conference (IETC)" room block for a rate of $80/single or $95 double.
 

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Please note that any registration in the online system as of Nov. 8, 2008 (paid or unpaid) will not be able to be canceled.  You will be responsible for paying any outstanding conference fees.  If you need to cancel prior to Nov. 8th, contact Angie Durall at Adurall@roe51sdc.org or 217-585-8090.  If you find you are unable to attend after Nov. 8, you may send another person in your place.

 
 

 

 

 

 


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