Instructional Technology

Children's Authors On The Web: Online Sites That Motivate Students To Write (Grades K-6) - 30hr

RDLA125.313
Discover the power of author studies to motivate students to read and write. This course uses a problem-based approach to teach the techniques of conducting an author study integrating technology and the Internet. Explore author and other Web sites to collect resources that will introduce your students to many genres while encouraging them to experiment by communicating with others in different forms. You'll create an individual author study you can use as the basis of an ongoing plan to inspire your students to read, write, and use technology effectively.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5, 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Language Arts, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Collaborating On The Internet: Keypal Projects That Promote Cultural Awareness For Grades 4-8 - 30hr

TECH155.20
Keypal online exchanges will open a world of cultural awareness, geographic knowledge and language skills for your students. This course will help you design a successful, collaborative keypal project for your own classroom so your students can connect with peers worldwide.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, 3-5, 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Contemporary Issues - Using Technology For Discussion, Debate, And Problem Solving In The Middle School Curriculum - 30hr

TECH190.32
Technology can help students develop debate and problem-solving skills. This course introduces new strategies for incorporating current events, controversial issues, and pop culture into the curriculum. As a final task, create your own current events lesson plan that uses technology to foster understanding, discussion, and debate. If you want to bring contemporary issues into your social studies, humanities, or science classroom, this is your course!
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Designing Technology Infused Project-Based Learning Experiences - 3 graduate credits

UED 502-68
4.5 CEUs / 3 Graduate Credits - The course will consist of an introduction to Project-Based Learning (PBL), associated terminology, computer-based technologies and resources that can be used to support the PBL approach to curriculum. The course will define a general problem-solving process that participants will employ in working with the curriculum. Strategies for utilizing the Internet and other technology-based resources in instruction and ethical / managerial issues associated with using PBL and computer technology with students will be explored. Students will learn to employ search techniques to locate information that will assist them in their study and presentation of Project-Based Learning. Participants will employ a variety of methods to prepare and present lessons using the Project-Based Learning approach. You may choose to take this course for 4.5 CEUs for $250.00 for a pass/fail grade. If you choose to do this, please make note of it on your registration form.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an email account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in email, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:Norfolk State University
Dates/Times: Mon, 10/1/07 to Sun, 11/11/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: Tom Spencer
Credit:3 graduate credits (90 recertification points)
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:Science, Math, Social Science, Language Arts, Interdiscplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-$834
nNon-C.I.I. Members - $1050
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Designing Technology Infused Project-Based Learning Experiences - 3 graduate credits

UED 502-71
4.5 CEUs / 3 Graduate Credits - The course will consist of an introduction to Project-Based Learning (PBL), associated terminology, computer-based technologies and resources that can be used to support the PBL approach to curriculum. The course will define a general problem-solving process that participants will employ in working with the curriculum. Strategies for utilizing the Internet and other technology-based resources in instruction and ethical / managerial issues associated with using PBL and computer technology with students will be explored. Students will learn to employ search techniques to locate information that will assist them in their study and presentation of Project-Based Learning. Participants will employ a variety of methods to prepare and present lessons using the Project-Based Learning approach. You may choose to take this course for 4.5 CEUs for $250.00 for a pass/fail grade. If you choose to do this, please make note of it on your registration form.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an email account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in email, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:Norfolk State University
Dates/Times: Mon, 2/25/08 to Sun, 4/6/08 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: Tom Spencer
Credit:3 graduate credits (90 recertification points)
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:Science, Math, Social Science, Language Arts, Interdiscplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-$834
nNon-C.I.I. Members - $1050
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Fostering Collaboration, Inquiry, And Critical Thinking In Middle School Science (Grades 5-8) - 30hr

SCIE130.52
Science can engage and encourage students to think critically and logically. In this course, you will learn to integrate technology in the classroom to encourage students to ask questions, collaborate with others, and explore and evaluate data. Discover software and Web activities designed to help your students organize and consolidate their thinking, communicate their ideas clearly, and analyze and evaluate the ideas of others.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, 3-5, 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Science, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Free Stuff From Microsoft That You Want And Can Use - 5hr

CII.399
Description- This class will include an exploration of the websites- MS Innovative Teachers and Virtual Tours. http://www.microsoft.com/education/InnovativeTeachers.mspx http://www.microsoft.com/education/inteachersvct.mspx Also - learn how to use MS Photo Story, MS Movie Maker, and MS Producer. A brief overview of each of these free software downloads for teachers. Teachers are encouraged to bring digital cameras or digitized pictures. Teachers will create a photo story. Teachers are encouraged to bring a jump drive.
Prerequisite: Intermediate computer skills.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 9/29/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Judy Murray
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Integrating Technology With The SOL's - 5hr

CII.393
This session will show many different ways to use things such as United Streaming, MS Photo Story, MS Movie Maker, WebQuests, Marco Polo, Portaportal, Power Point, Excel, Kidspiration/Inspiration, Kid Pix and several web sites will be included. Samples of student work will be shared. This class is all about making your life easier as you learn to incorporate technology into your curriculum. Discussions of how this can be done in labs, wireless labs, classrooms with a few computers or classrooms with only one computer. Teachers will be given CD's with templates to be used with Word, and Power Point. Teachers will be actively involved from the time the class begins.
Prerequisite: Intermediate computer skills.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 9/8/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Judy Murray
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Integrating The Smartboard Into The Elementary Curriculum - 5hr

CII.386
This workshop will cover the basics of how to use the Smartboard (troubleshooting), how to use the SmartNotebook software, and integration ideas for using the Smartboard to create interactive lessons for your students.
Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge~ability to use a mouse for a variety of tasks such as clicking and dragging; Knowledge of the Smartboard
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Tue, 8/7/07 / 12:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber
PriceCredit:5 recertification points
Audience:PreK-5
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Integrating The Smartboard Into The Elementary Curriculum - 5hr

CII.404
This workshop will cover the basics of how to use the Smartboard (troubleshooting), how to use the SmartNotebook software, and integration ideas for using the Smartboard to create interactive lessons for your students.
Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge~ability to use a mouse for a variety of tasks such as clicking and dragging; Knowledge of the Smartboard
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 10/13/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber Price
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:PreK-5
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Making Comparisons With Data Analysis For Grades 6-8 - 30hr

MATH150.16
Get the inside track on what data analysis concepts your middle schoolers understandÑand where they are likely to struggle. Discover concepts that are integral to making comparisons, including distribution and measures of spread, measures of center, graphic representation and interpretation, and communication of data-based conclusions. For your finnal assignment, you'll design a sequential two-lesson unit that incorporates the instructional practices explored in this course.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07
Tue, 8/7/07Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Math, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Putting Technology To Use In The Classroom: Where To Start - 30hr

TECH160.140
Gain a better understanding of key issues surrounding technology integration, such as how to meet technology standards and choose the most suitable technology for a specific purpose. Identify lessons or concepts in your classroom that may beneit from technological enhancement. Learn to devise a strategy for integrating technology into your lesson plans.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Putting Technology To Use In The Classroom: Where To Start - 30hr

TECH160.141
Gain a better understanding of key issues surrounding technology integration, such as how to meet technology standards and choose the most suitable technology for a specific purpose. Identify lessons or concepts in your classroom that may benefit from technological enhancement. Learn to devise a strategy for integrating technology into your lesson plans.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:Virginia's PBS TeacherLine
Dates/Times: Mon, 7/2/07 to Sun, 8/12/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: Virginia's PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Scientific Inquiry And Field Work: Discovering With Technology For Grades 6-8 - 30hr

SCIE120.70
Inquiring young minds can tackle problem solving successfully. Keep your students engaged by incorporating current technology into your science curriculum. Visit Web sites that enable students to collect and analyze data using online equipment and learn high-tech strategies that allow them to record and analyze information, investigate the results, and share their findings. Then, design a unit plan for an ecosystem field trip that incorporates what you've learned.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:Virginia's PBS TeacherLine
Dates/Times: Mon, 7/9/07 to Sun, 8/19/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: Virginia's PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Science, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Spatial Reasoning In Grades 5-8 - 15hr

MATH266.12
Help students reach new heights of understanding with online activities and interactives that enable them to visualize 3-D objects from 2-D representations. Become familiar with the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards regarding visualization and spatial reasoning, mathematical justification, and informal versus formal reasoning. Identify problem areas for students and assess their understanding.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:15 recert pts (1 grad credit available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, 3-5, 6-8
C.I.I. Certificate:Math, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$300.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$300.00~~
Special Price: $169.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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The Computer For Personal Productivity - 30hr

TECH300.52
Squeeze more time out of your day by tapping the power of technology to create teaching materials and assessments; communicate with colleagues, parents, and students; improve lesson planning; and manage information. Explore areas where the computer can increase personal productivity. Then develop and implement a personal productivity plan that makes the best use of your time and resources.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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The Concept Of Function For Grades 9-12 - 15hr

MATH156.29
Understand more about what confuses your high school students when they encounter the theory of function. You'll examine theories of function as a process, a mathematical object, and a tool for description and prediction, and learn new ways to present the concept to your students. The course's final project is to develop an effective approach to teaching the concept of function that builds on your current curriculum and instructional resources.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:15 recert pts (1 grad credit available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Math, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$300.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$300.00~~
Special Price: $169.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Utilizing Technology In Creating A Problem-Based Curriculum - 30hr

INST130.66
Apply new strategies to develop your students' problem-solving skills. Discover how technology can enhance their ability to state problems, pose questions, find answers, and, ultimately, approach learning as a continuous interaction with their world. Then, select a problem for your students to solve and craft a lesson plan that demonstrates the learning process.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Science, Math, Social Science, Language Arts, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Basic Computing/Operating Systems

None Being Offered at this time.

Grant Writing

Grant Writing For Educators - 5hr

CII.388
This workshop will cover the entire grantwriting process, including: the development of a concept into a program/project that the educator wants to fund, researching and identifying potential funding sources, writing the components of the grant application (need statement, narrative, goals/objectives, budget, evaluation), tips for submitting the grant, ways to increase your chances of success, and reporting to funder after grant is approved. This workshop will involve selecting a concept, developing a program/project and writing an actual grant application, for which feedback will be provided. Teachers should have a basic knowledge of navigating the Internet prior to taking the class. Please bring any grant proposal you have been working on or one that you have a potential of completing in the future.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with the computer; basic Internet skills.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Wed, 8/8/07 / 12:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amy Dawson
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:Those who are interested in or are required to write grants.
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Grant Writing For Educators - 5hr

CII.407
This workshop will cover the entire grantwriting process, including: the development of a concept into a program/project that the educator wants to fund, researching and identifying potential funding sources, writing the components of the grant application (need statement, narrative, goals/objectives, budget, evaluation), tips for submitting the grant, ways to increase your chances of success, and reporting to funder after grant is approved. This workshop will involve selecting a concept, developing a program/project and writing an actual grant application, for which feedback will be provided. Teachers should have a basic knowledge of navigating the Internet prior to taking the class. Please bring any grant proposal you have been working on or one that you have a potential of completing in the future.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with the computer; basic Internet skills.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 10/20/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amy Dawson
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:Those who are interested in or are required to write grants.
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Graphic Organizers

K-2 Kidspiration Activities For Language Arts, Science, And Social Studies - 5hr

CII.391
This course will focus on the use of Kidspiration as a tool to teach multiple areas of the K-2 curriculum. It will demonstrate how to integrate language arts and literature, writing and spelling, as well as social studies, math and science with the use of a single easy-to-use program. Real-life classroom lessons will be used to show how the SOLs can be correlated using fun and interactive activities that the students will be excited about! Students will actively participate in all technology-based lessons and will have a deeper understanding of the content area, as a result.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with the computer; prefer that you have knowledge of Kidspiration, but not required.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Thu, 8/9/07 / 12:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amy Dawson
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:K-2 Teachers
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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K-2 Kidspiration Activities For Language Arts, Science, And Social Studies - 5hr

CII.406
This course will focus on the use of Kidspiration as a tool to teach multiple areas of the K-2 curriculum. It will demonstrate how to integrate language arts and literature, writing and spelling, as well as social studies, math and science with the use of a single easy-to-use program. Real-life classroom lessons will be used to show how the SOLs can be correlated using fun and interactive activities that the students will be excited about! Students will actively participate in all technology-based lessons and will have a deeper understanding of the content area, as a result.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with the computer; prefer that you have knowledge of Kidspiration, but not required.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 10/13/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amy Dawson
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:K-2 Teachers
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Teaching And Learning With Graphic Organizers: Featuring Inspiration - 30 hr

TECH195.210
Electronic graphic organizers can help students organize ideas, convey complex concepts, progress through the steps of the writing process, and develop their mathematical and scienti?c thinking skills. Address different learning styles by presenting information in a visual format that shows the connections between concepts. Learn to apply such electronic graphic organizers as Inspiration© across the curriculum, throughout all grade levels, at learning stations, and in computer labs. Expand and enhance student thinking and learning for presentations and personal productivity.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:Virginia's PBS TeacherLine
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Sun, 8/5/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: Virginia's PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Teaching And Learning With Graphic Organizers: Featuring Inspiration- 30hr

TECH195.209
Electronic graphic organizers can help students organize ideas, convey complex concepts, progress through the steps of the writing process, and develop their mathematical and scienti?c thinking skills. Address different learning styles by presenting information in a visual format that shows the connections between concepts. Learn to apply such electronic graphic organizers as Inspiration© across the curriculum, throughout all grade levels, at learning stations, and in computer labs. Expand and enhance student thinking and learning for presentations and personal productivity.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Internet Tools

Evaluating And Organizing Internet Resources And Content - 30hr

TECH340.38
Build the knowledge, skills, and insight to research, evaluate, and organize online classroom resources successfully. Explore the different types of material available online and the methods to evaluate them. Discuss some of the social and ethical issues posed by the Internet. Practice identifying appropriate online resources that support data-driven, problem-solving lesson plans. In your ?nal assignment, gather, organize, and critically evaluate the content of several similar Web sites.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer thatÕs connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07/ Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Evaluating And Organizing Internet Resources And Content - 30hr

TECH340.36
Build the knowledge, skills, and insight to research, evaluate, and organize online classroom resources successfully. Explore the different types of material available online and the methods to evaluate them. Discuss some of the social and ethical issues posed by the Internet. Practice identifying appropriate online resources that support data-driven, problem-solving lesson plans. In your final assignment, gather, organize, and critically evaluate the content of several similar Web sites.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer thatÕs connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:Virginia's PBS TeacherLine
Dates/Times: Mon, 7/9/07 to Sun, 8/19/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: Virginia's PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Integrating The Internet Into The K-2 Language Arts Curriculum - 30hr

RDLA120.49
Hone your skills at finding the right Internet resources, and selecting the resources that will work best for your students and learning plans using the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) as a guide. As a final project, develop a plan for meaningfully integrating your choices into your language arts curriculum.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer thatÕs connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2
C.I.I. Certificate:Language Arts, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Teaching With WebQuests For Grades K-12 - 30hr

TECH145.191
Discover Internet resources that promote inquiry oriented student learning and smart use of the Web for research and class assignments. In this course, you will explore WebQuests and learn to integrate the Internet into your curriculum effectively. You will design a WebQuest to enhance a classroom unit or curriculum area to engage students in meaningful research.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer that's connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12
C.I.I. Certificate:Technology Integration, Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Understanding Numbers And Operations: Addition And Subtraction In Grades PreK-3 - 30hr

MATH250.50
Lay the foundation that your students will build on to meet mathematical standards for years to come. Learn to teach Òmental arithmeticÓ to enhance your studentsÕ understanding of addition and subtraction. Develop your understanding of computational strategies by observing students, exploring lesson plans, and examining Web resources. Design, implement, and assess a numbers and operations lesson that combines technology, manipulatives, and effective pedagogical strategies as your final project.
Prerequisite: Requires a computer thatÕs connected to the Internet, an e-mail account, a current version of a Web browser, a handful of plug-ins. Requires a basic knowledge of the computer to include word processing, browsing the Internet, use of electronic mail and specifically how to attach documents in e-mail, as most of the assignments will be submitted in this way.
Type: Online
Source:PBS TeacherLine- National
Dates/Times: Mon, 6/25/07 to Tue, 8/7/07 / Any
Location:Online
Instructor: National PBS TeacherLine Facilitator
Credit:30 recert pts (2 grad credits available for extra cost after start of course)
Audience:Teachers, Grades, K-2, 3-5
C.I.I. Certificate:Math, Interdisciplinary Math Interdisciplinary
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member-List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: FREE (currently subsidized by NCLB funding)
nNon-C.I.I. Members - List Price: ~~$350.00~~
Special Price: $199.00 (currently subsidized by USDOE funding)
Registration: Please visit http://www.virginiateacherline.org, or call 757.889.9100 to enroll in any Virginia's PBS TeacherLine or PBS TeacherLine course.

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Multimedia

Camtasia, Snag-It Combo Session - 5hr

CII.381
You are the COOLEST!! Imagine that comment from your students, staff or administration when you bring jazzed up visual and video enhancements to your lessons and presentations. Camtasia Studio Screen Recording Software Bring interactivity to your lessons through easy to use screen recording software. Create tutorials, record on-screen activity, record Power Point presentations and demonstrations to flash, quick time and other video formats. Assess your viewers learning with multiple choice quizzes. Snag-It Screen Capture Software Enhance lessons, learning centers and handouts. The only screen capturing and editing program you will need. Capture exactly what you want from the computer screen including partial pages, menus, images, windows. Make quick "how-to illustrations," enhance presentations, lessons by adding text, arrows, cursors, or captions. Easy to use.

Prerequisite: Need intermediate computer skills.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source: C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Tue, 7/24/07 (pt 1) & Thu, 7/26/07 (pt 2) / 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Location: WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Rick Swift
Credit: 5 recertification points
Audience: All
C.I.I. Certificate: NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Camtasia, Snag-It Combo Session - 5hr

CII.398
You are the COOLEST!! Imagine that comment from your students, staff or administration when you bring jazzed up visual and video enhancements to your lessons and presentations. Camtasia Studio Screen Recording Software Bring interactivity to your lessons through easy to use screen recording software. Create tutorials, record on-screen activity, record Power Point presentations and demonstrations to flash, quick time and other video formats. Assess your viewers learning with multiple choice quizzes. Snag-It Screen Capture Software Enhance lessons, learning centers and handouts. The only screen capturing and editing program you will need. Capture exactly what you want from the computer screen including partial pages, menus, images, windows. Make quick "how-to illustrations," enhance presentations, lessons by adding text, arrows, cursors, or captions. Easy to use.

Prerequisite: Need intermediate computer skills.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source: C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 9/29/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location: WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Rick Swift
Credit: 5 recertification points
Audience: All
C.I.I. Certificate: NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Camtasia - Snag-It II, The Capture Fest - 5hr

CII.412
Expand your knowledge of two leading screen capture programs and WOW your teachers and students will functional interactive training and lesson materials. Join us for Camtasia - Snag-It II. We will be using the latest versions of both programs. Must have working knowledge of both Camtasia and Snag-It, we will not be reviewing the basics. Topics include Adding Links and Hot Spots, Capturing Multiple Areas, and Keeping Interactivity in Power Point Captures using Snag-it. Camtasia topics will include Quizzes and Surveys, Picture in Picture, Advanced interactivity, Self Running Videos, producing an iPod video.

Prerequisite: Need intermediate computer skills. Need to have taken the Camtasia, Snap-It Combo Session or have comparable knowledge.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source: C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 11/17/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location: WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Rick Swift
Credit: 5 recertification points
Audience: All
C.I.I. Certificate: NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Creating Virtual Field Trips - 5hr

CII.385
Participants will use PowerPoint, United Streaming, and the Internet to create an interactive "field trip" to a place the students will visit. Teachers will need to decide on a purpose for the field trip and develop assessment questions upon completion of the field trip.
Prerequisite: Basic PowerPoint skills: inserting slides, adding text and pictures to slides. Basic computer skills knowledge: ability to use a mouse to click and drag; knowledge of various menu options (File, Edit, View, Insert, and Format)
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Mon, 8/6/07 / 12:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber Price
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:PreK-5; all content areas including art, music, physical education
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Creating Virtual Field Trips - 5hr

CII.396
Participants will use PowerPoint, United Streaming, and the Internet to create an interactive "field trip" to a place the students will visit. Teachers will need to decide on a purpose for the field trip and develop assessment questions upon completion of the field trip.
Prerequisite: Basic PowerPoint skills: inserting slides, adding text and pictures to slides. Basic computer skills knowledge: ability to use a mouse to click and drag; knowledge of various menu options (File, Edit, View, Insert, and Format)
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 9/22/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber Price
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:PreK-5; all content areas including art, music, physical education
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Digital Storytelling With Picasa And Photostory - 5hr

CII.383
Participants will create a timeline of their lives using the FREE digital photo editing program, Picasa and then integrate the photos into a movie using the free multimedia program, Photostory to create an audio and visual presentation.
Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge~ability to use a mouse for a variety of tasks such as clicking and dragging; knowledge of how to access digital photos from various computer drives, knowledge of inserting pictures and graphics into various programs.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Wed, 8/8/07 / 12:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber Price
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:PreK-5
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Digital Storytelling With Picasa And Photostory - 5hr

CII.409
Participants will create a timeline of their lives using the FREE digital photo editing program, Picasa and then integrate the photos into a movie using the free multimedia program, Photostory to create an audio and visual presentation.
Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge~ability to use a mouse for a variety of tasks such as clicking and dragging; knowledge of how to access digital photos from various computer drives, knowledge of inserting pictures and graphics into various programs.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 10/20/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber Price
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:PreK-5
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Movie Maker - 5hr

CII.397
Lights, camera, action. Learn how to use this wonderful free download from Microsoft. This program is easy enough for 5th grade students to use, but sophisticated enough for you to add all kinds of transitions, titles, and sound. This session requires that teachers come with digitized pictures and or digital cameras. Teachers will learn how to put pictures, video clips, and sound into this great program. Teachers are encouraged to bring jump drives to save movies. (this program needs XP ) Teachers will leave with a movie that they have created. Sample movies by students will be shown. Also- suggestions of how this can be used in the classroom.
Prerequisite: Familiarity of Windows and should feel comfortable using a keyboard and a mouse.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 9/22/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Judy Murray
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Podcasting - 5hr

CII.380
Podcasting is today's big buzz, but what exactly is it? You will find out that you do not have to buy an iPod to use podcasts. Also what podcasts are out there to choose from, including educational podcasts. Then we will design, record, and publish a podcast to get you started as a podcaster.
Prerequisite: Advanced Internet Skills
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Mon, 7/23/07 (pt 1) & Wed, 7/25/07 (pt 2) / 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Steven Crawford
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Podcasting - 5hr

CII.403
Podcasting is today's big buzz, but what exactly is it? You will find out that you do not have to buy an iPod to use podcasts. Also what podcasts are out there to choose from, including educational podcasts. Then we will design, record, and publish a podcast to get you started as a podcaster.
Prerequisite: Advanced Internet Skills
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Thu, 10/11/07 (pt 1) & Thu, 10/18/07 (pt 2) / 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Steven Crawford
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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PowerPoint - Using PowerPoint To Create Learning Games - 5hr

CII.392
Utilize the power of PowerPoint to create exciting, interactive learning games to reinforce concepts and review concepts presented in traditional ways. Create games similar to Jeopardy, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, and Hollywood Squares, through the use of templates. Or, create your own board game suited to your own students and situation. Games can be created for any level student due to the inclusion of graphics, pictures, and video opportunities. Please bring classroom materials that will be used to create these games.
Prerequisite: Teachers must feel comfortable with beginning level PowerPoint features.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Tue, 8/14/07 (pt 1) & Thu, 8/16/07 (pt 2) / 4:30-7:00 p.m.
Location:Hampton H.S. (Hampton)
Instructor: Kathryn Morton
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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PowerPoint - Using PowerPoint To Create Learning Games - 5hr

CII.402
Utilize the power of PowerPoint to create exciting, interactive learning games to reinforce concepts and review concepts presented in traditional ways. Create games similar to Jeopardy, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, and Hollywood Squares, through the use of templates. Or, create your own board game suited to your own students and situation. Games can be created for any level student due to the inclusion of graphics, pictures, and video opportunities. Please bring classroom materials that will be used to create these games.
Prerequisite: Teachers must feel comfortable with beginning level PowerPoint features.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Mon, 10/8/07 (pt 1) & Wed, 10/10/07 (pt 2) / 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Location:Hampton H.S. (Hampton)
Instructor: Kathryn Morton
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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The Teacher Center Feature From unitedstreaming - 5hr

CII.378
You're using United Streaming in your classroom and your students love the videos. But you're looking for more. What else does United Streaming offer the busy teacher? Meet me at The Teacher Center to find out more about the tools available for teachers using United Streaming in their classrooms. It's more than just videos!
Prerequisite: Participants should be familiar with the basics of using a computer, using MS PowerPoint, and searching for online resources.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Wed, 7/11/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Kristy Hingerty
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:K-6, content areas
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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The Teacher Center Feature From unitedstreaming - 5hr

CII.411
You're using United Streaming in your classroom and your students love the videos. But you're looking for more. What else does United Streaming offer the busy teacher? Meet me at The Teacher Center to find out more about the tools available for teachers using United Streaming in their classrooms. It's more than just videos!
Prerequisite: Participants should be familiar with the basics of using a computer, using MS PowerPoint, and searching for online resources.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Sat, 11/3/07 / 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Kristy
HingertyCredit:5 recertification points
Audience:K-6, content areas
C.I.I. Certificate:NA
Cost:
nC.I.I. Member $55/5hr
n WHRO Members $70/5hr
nNon-C.I.I. Members $110/5hr
Registration:
nWeb (Anytime): Go to http://www.whro.org/cii/ero_login.asp
nMail/Fax (Anytime): http://www.whro.com/cii/documents/courses/regform.pdf (print out form, fill it out, fax it back to 757.489.0007 or mail to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508
nPAYMENT: Mail check (note workshop number on check) to WHRO/CII 5200 Hampton Blvd., Norfolk, VA 23508 or call in your credit card info to 757.889.9365.

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Using Flash To Create Online Learning Games - 5hr

CII.389
Adobe Flash is the leading software program for creating interactive content over the Internet. Teachers will use Flash MX and Actionscripting to create two online, interactive learning games-one drag-and-drop and one multiple choice. Through these examples, teachers will be exposed to two basic Actionscript examples that could then be used to create other games independently at the conclusion of the workshop. Skills learned in this workshop include: " creating graphics with Flash " adding basic interactivity " a basic introduction to programming with Flash's ActionScripting language
Prerequisite: It is preferred that the teachers take the beginning Flash course offered through WHRO or have experience using Flash.
Type: Face-2-Face
Source:C.I.I.
Dates/Times: Thu, 8/9/07 / 12:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Location:WHRO (Norfolk)
Instructor: Amber Price
Credit:5 recertification points
Audience:All grade levels, administrators
C.I.I. Certificate:NA