+ What issues need to be addressed when considering the use of mobile devices? Please answer the survey question at:

+ Welcome to our 3 rd Instructional Technology Leaders Group Meeting for Local and State updates Using and Managing Mobile Devices in the Instructional Setting Panel Discussion Pros/Cons of BYOD Board Policies and AUPs Using mobile devices effectively to support learning

+ Feb. 1 – National Digital Day Check out for details. Michigan partners include: MEL, REMC Association of Michigan, MACUL, MVU, MDE, & MAME Sample events: M.O.R.E. Lesson Plan Contest (2/1/12 – 2/29/12), Michigan’s kick off event at Donley Elementary in East Lansing Local events?

+ Upcoming Statewide Events February 9, 2012 – REMC SAVE Technology Show Off FREE one-day technology showcase event for all Michigan educators (lunch included) Register online at March 7-9, 2012 MACUL – Grand Rapids May 2, 2012 – Day of Discovery Statewide PD at Wayne RESA FREE all day event, includes lunch.5 SBCEUs option (you will need to pay $10 if you want the SBCEUs) Register online at Second Annual 4T Virtual Conference (sponsored by U of M School of Education) – May 19-22, 2012 FREE virtual sessions Earn up to 20 hours (2.0 SBCEUs) Register online at

+ Using and Managing Mobile Devices in the Instructional Setting

nobody even knew what a mobile operating system was bulky heavy computers just to access the Internet no smartphones no talk about the future of mobile operating systems

+ Wireless Devices

+ Wireless Technology

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+ Cloud Computing data processing and storage happen outside of device

+ School Budget Cuts

+ Outdated Technologies

+ The Future is Mobile Laptops Netbooks Tablets eReaders MP3 Players Cell Phones

+ Panel Discussion Kevin Galbraith – Director of Technology Wayne Westland Schools Sherry Weiser – Director of Technology Woodhaven Brownstown Schools Hear from your perspective ….. Curriculum, classroom teacher, media specialist….

+ Discussion Topics Briefly describe the mobile learning initiatives in your district. Issues identified (from survey) Where do you start when you are considering using mobile devices in the classroom? Do you allow students to bring their own mobile devices to school for instructional purposes? If so, what policies have you implemented? Discuss pro/cons of BYOD vs. school supplied devices

+ Next Meetings at Wayne RESA Mar 30, Digital Citizenship Apr 27, Creativity