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EdTechTeacher Workshop Testimonials Read more testimonials about our workshops . . . "Tom and Carla provide a great relaxed atmosphere to learn and try new applications in technology. The setting is first rate and the lab is state of the art. My enthusiasm for technology in the classroom has risen to new heights." "This workshop was presented in a clear, concise manner that enabled me to feel like I could integrate some of these tools into my classroom to improve instruction. It made me feel more confident about being amongst "digital natives." "I just wanted to say thank you again for the workshop. It has been a most enlightening experience to see so much in just a few short days. I will be using many of the materials in class this year and in the years to come." "This was a wonderful workshop that provided me with new and useful information for integrating technology with my history classes." "This workshop was well worth the trip out here. The presenters were pleasant and extremely knowledgeable. Their experiences and expertise complemented each other quite well. I certainly feel more equipped and enthusiastic regarding moving my students into a higher technology gear this year. Well done! "Thorough, lively, and in all brilliant jumping off point for understanding and integrating new technologies. I'd consider very few things a fair trade for four days of summer vacation, but this workshop was more than worth it." "This workshop is a great use of time -- it is primarily about good teaching and not just about technology." "It was better than a spa; I felt challenged and pampered at the same time. I emerged from the experience renewed-- with a new outlook as well as new skills. Thanks a million!"
"From start to finish, this workshop was a winner. The collaboration between Tom and Carla resulted in an unparalleled multi-faceted learning experience. I came into the workshop frightened of using technology in the classroom, and I leave it confident and armed with many tools and resources which will certainly enhance my teaching." "This was by far the most useful, impressive and energizing workshop I've attended. In only three days I learned what it would have taken me months and months to do on my own. My mind is spinning already with the many ways I could use technology to enhance my classroom." "A common aphorism has it that an old dog cannot learn new tricks. Well, largely because of the excellence of his instructors, this old dog did learn new tricks. Tom, and Carla, thank you for your wit, your lucid instructions, and your patience. I am a better teacher for having taken your workshop." "This class was a great experience. I was introduced to new tools that could enhance the learning that goes on in my classroom and make my students truly excited about History. Even the applications that I was familar with, PowerPoint and Word, was given a shot of new life as I learned new functions. For example, I learned that in Word I can add my own comments in Autocorrect for electronic grading and I also learned practicle guidelines for effective student/teacher PowerPoint presentations. Probablly the best part of this class was the ability to talk with History teachers from all over the US who are interested in enhansing thier classrooms with technology. I was able to hear first hand accounts of what works, what doesn't work, share the joys of successful tech attempts and realize that I'm not the only one who made a particular mistake. This class really made me excited to get back into the classroom to try some of the new things that I learned and share it with my colleagues." "I think the conference was fantastic! I liked the way that you began with a conceptual framework before going into some of the specific about the applications and the various uses. . . In a general sense, the conference was also fantastic for simply introducing some of the many new applications that are emerging in the field of multimedia (Gcast, etc.) Thanks for a very informative conference! I'm excited about getting back in the fall to implement some of these applications and technologies."
"This is a terrific workshop and is appropriate for both the technologically proficient and those who are more technologically challenged. This workshop has given me much to think about and I look forward to trying out wikis and blogs in my classes this fall. Tom and Carla create a positive and exciting workshop environment. I would highly recommend the workshop for anyone interested in engaging their students in English or any subject!" "This workshop most definitely met my goals of developing my technical skills so that I can directly employ them in the classroom. After the three days of the workshop, I feel confident that I will be able to use wikis, blogs, and podcasts with my students this year having had no prior experience with these technologies. The added benefit for my school is that I feel I have the resources to help get my colleagues up and going as well."
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"This workshop was terrific. I learned so much about several user-friendly, classroom-ready technologies. At each stage of the workshop, I had time to develop skills, explore topics, and ask questions. The workshop has given me dozens of new, practical ideas to use in the classroom. Thank you." 
"As a low intermediate tech user I found this workshop superb. It introduced me to options and ideas that I couldn't conceptualize the uses for until I had tried them. While I won't use everything next year, I will probably fool around with all, and use the advanced google search, word preferences and correcting tools, and perhaps blog and garage band options, to mention a few. just understanding google earth, skype and wikis is fascinating. This was a couple of year's worth of info in four days!The tone and knowledge of the instructors was wonderful, too."