Camp Google for Educators introduces participants to innovative ways Google applications can be used in education. Throughout the four sessions, participants will experience fast-paced presentations, hands-on activities, and opportunities to explore collaborative web-based learning and inspirational instructional strategies. Google Instructors will share ways they've implemented tools such as Google Docs, Google Earth, Google Sketchup, and more to create a 21st century learning environment. Participants will utilize the Google applications to develop lesson plans and activities to establish a better understanding of the integration of Google resources in their classroom. One hour of Kent State University graduate credit is available for an additional 150.00. Participants must sign up for credit during the first class and must attend all four sessions to receive credit. Cost: 175.00 per participants (Graduate Credit at an additional 150.00 per participant) Classes take place on every Thursday of the month from 4:30pm-7:00pm at the Western Reserve 21st Century Learning Center in Kent.

Document cameras can be used in different classrooms in different ways. From dissection, to close-up imaging, to an additional camera for video work, today’s document cameras can integrate with a variety of applications. Come see how you might integrate your existing document camera or get some ideas before you purchase one. Cost: $50 Comp and Basic; $100 General

You be the Producer is a condensed look at the process of creating a video, including brainstorming the idea, writing the treatment, pitching the idea, creating the script, setting up the shoot, filming creatively, editing the scenes and, saving the files. Videos will be created using Flip Video technology (www.flipvideo.com), a small, lightweight, non videotape video camera with emphasis given to video production to the Web. COST: $200 Comp and Basic ; $250 General (includes FlipVideo Digital Camcorder)

Do you have a Smartboard in your classroom, comfortable setting up but want to take it to the next level? Do you have additional teachers that you want to train to use the Smartboard more effectively in the classroom? Learn the next step in SmartBoard integration. Gather with other Smartboard users as they discuss best practices in their classroom and develop additional lesson plans utilizing your Smartboard. Learn and share some tips and tricks for making the integration of this exciting educational technology, easier, faster and simpler. Cost: $50 Comprehensive Members and Basic Members; $100 General Members

Learn how to create lessons with screen captures from any program using Snag-it, then edit and share exactly what you see on your screen in Power Point, your Website, MovieMaker. Camtasia can also be used to capture video of your computer screen activity allowing the creation of instructional movies for your classroom. Export the movies as an .AVI file or Quicktime to play on other computers, or deliver it via the web in a Flash file. Cost: $150 Comp and Basic; $200 General (includes a 1 Gb USB flash drive filled with resources, Camtasia and Snagit software)

Learn about wireless tablets called Airliners, document cameras and student response systems called Senteo systems that work directly with the SmartBoard interactive whiteboard. Participants will get an opportunity to utilize these new technologies and develop resources related to the technology. Cost: $50 Comp and Basic; $100 General

Is there a SmartBoard device in your school district that no one uses? Have you applied for a grant that will provide for a Smartboard? Learn how the SmartBoard can be easily integrated into the classroom and how students can create special projects. Learn the Smart software, set up and operation of the SmartBoard. Lesson plans and additional resources will be discussed. This is an entry level professional development course for those that know little or nothing about Smartboards but want to begin to integrate this exciting educational technology. Cost: $50 Comprehensive Members and Basic Members; $100 General Members

This course is designed to introduce educators to the SMART interactive whiteboard and basics of the Notebook software. The participant will learn to basic setup and orientation of the SMART Board and use all of the tools within the SMART Notebook software. Educators will also learn to use features such as the SMART Recorder and Video Player to enhance instruction. Educators will develop lessons that create hands-on, engaging learning experiences. As a final product, educators will create a lesson activity that integrates the SMART Board to use in their own classrooms. One hour of Kent State University graduate credit is available for an additional 150.00. Participants must sign up for credit during the first class and must attend all four sessions to receive credit. Cost: 175.00 per participants (Graduate Credit at an additional 150.00 per participant) Classes take place on every TUESDAY of the month from 4:30pm-7:00pm at the Western Reserve 21st Century Learning Center in Kent.

Document cameras can be used in different classrooms in different ways. From dissection, to close-up imaging, to an additional camera for video work, today’s document cameras can integrate with a variety of applications. Come see how you might integrate your existing document camera or get some ideas before you purchase one. Cost: $50 Comp and Basic; $100 General

This course revolves around the development and delivery of digital content in education. Digital content can be digital photos, digital audio and digital video. Many online resources are available for editing, storing and sharing digital photos. Podcasting is developing audio and video materials that are available online. Pocket Video cameras now allow educators the opportunity to develop video components easily and cost effectively. Participants will gain an understanding of digital content. Participants will learn how to gather digital images, edit and share images in an offline and online environment. Participants will learn how to create podcasts (digital audio/video materials), edit and share podcast in an offline and online environment. Participants will learn how to gather digital video thru the use of pocket video cameras, edit and share video material in an offline and online environment. One hour of Kent State University graduate credit is available for an additional 150.00. Participants must sign up for credit during the first class and must attend all four sessions to receive credit. Cost: 175.00 per participants (Graduate Credit at an additional 150.00 per participant) Classes take place on every THURSDAY of the month from 4:30pm-7:00pm at the Western Reserve 21st Century Learning Center in Kent.

You be the Producer is a condensed look at the process of creating a video, including brainstorming the idea, writing the treatment, pitching the idea, creating the script, setting up the shoot, filming creatively, editing the scenes and, saving the files. Videos will be created using Flip Video technology (www.flipvideo.com), a small, lightweight, non videotape video camera with emphasis given to video production to the Web. COST: $200 Comp and Basic ; $250 General (includes FlipVideo Digital Camcorder)

The iPod Touch is revolutionizing the handheld computer industry and the educational classroom. Learn about this mobile computing device, learn about free applications for use in your classroom and leave with an iPod Touch you can put to use. Cost: $350 Comprehensive and Basic; $400 General (includes 32Gb iPod Touch)

Tired of using the school's die cut machine? Feeling limited? Have your very own cutter right in the classroom for student and teacher use. With one click of a button, the Cricut Personal Cutter creates beautiful designs. Choose from hundreds of designs and fonts of all sizes to customize your classroom bulletin boards, lessons, and student projects. This easy to use printer does not require a computer and provides opportunities for students to develop creative and innovative ideas. Visit the Cricut website at http://www.cricut.com to learn how this new technology could impact your classroom. Explore how other teachers use the Cricut and find new and innovative lessons to bring into your classroom. COST: $450.00 Comp and Basic ; $500.00 General

Do you have a Smartboard in your classroom, comfortable setting up but want to take it to the next level? Do you have additional teachers that you want to train to use the Smartboard more effectively in the classroom? Learn the next step in SmartBoard integration. Gather with other Smartboard users as they discuss best practices in their classroom and develop additional lesson plans utilizing your Smartboard. Learn and share some tips and tricks for making the integration of this exciting educational technology, easier, faster and simpler. Cost: $50 Comprehensive Members and Basic Members; $100 General Members

Podcasting- today’s way to communicate, can be created with little equipment investment and does not require mobile listening devices to be received. This workshop teaches you how to create your own AUDIO AND VIDEO podcasts. It also includes lessons on podcasting directories, information on gathering audio feeds and suggestions for educational usage. Cost: $200 Comp and Basic; $225 General (includes USB Headset by Logitech, Snagit and Camtasia Studio Software)

Do you have a SmartBoard? Taken all the classes but want to learn EVEN MORE? Bring your SmartBoard lessons and learn how to add the extra zip along with learning about accessories such as wireless tablets, document cameras and student response systems that work directly with the SmartBoard. Participants will get an opportunity to utilize these new technologies and develop resources related to the technology. Cost: $50 Comp and Basic; $100 General

Learn how to set up a digital still camera, save images to a CD and use Picasa photo editing software to enhance images. Create a slide show with the free program Picasa and learn how to insert images into PowerPoint. Learn about how to create online galleries to house your pictures. BRING YOUR OWN DIGITAL CAMERA

Generations: Cuyahoga Valley National Park contains interdisciplinary lessons for grades 4-8. The these of the guide is "preserve and protect" and contains lessons in mathematics, language arts, science, social studies and art. A board game, virtual tour and podcasts also accompany the project. This professional development is free to call school districts.

Is there a SmartBoard device in your school district that no one uses? Have you applied for a grant that will provide for a Smartboard? Learn how the SmartBoard can be easily integrated into the classroom and how students can create special projects. Learn the Smart software, set up and operation of the SmartBoard. Lesson plans and additional resources will be discussed. This is an entry level professional development course for those that know little or nothing about Smartboards but want to begin to integrate this exciting educational technology. Cost: $50 Comprehensive Members and Basic Members; $100 General Members

Camp Google for Educators introduces participants to innovative ways Google applications can be used in education. Throughout the four sessions, participants will experience fast-paced presentations, hands-on activities, and opportunities to explore collaborative web-based learning and inspirational instructional strategies. Google Instructors will share ways they've implemented tools such as Google Docs, Google Earth, Google Sketchup, and more to create a 21st century learning environment. Participants will utilize the Google applications to develop lesson plans and activities to establish a better understanding of the integration of Google resources in their classroom. One hour of Kent State University graduate credit is available for an additional 150.00. Participants must sign up for credit during the first class and must attend all four sessions to receive credit. Cost: 175.00 per participants (Graduate Credit at an additional 150.00 per participant) Classes take place on every TUESDAY of the month from 4:30pm-7:00pm at the Western Reserve 21st Century Learning Center in Kent.

Document cameras can be used in different classrooms in different ways. From dissection, to close-up imaging, to an additional camera for video work, today’s document cameras can integrate with a variety of applications. Come see how you might integrate your existing document camera or get some ideas before you purchase one. Cost: $50 Comp and Basic; $100 General

This four week series discusses the mobile classroom. From netbooks, to iPod Touch and iPhones and even cell phones, today's teacher and student are not connected by a wire anymore. Learn about the latest mobile technologies related to smaller laptops called netbooks. Learn how students and teachers are integrating the iPod Touch in their classroom And learn how everyday technology like cell phones can connect you to your students and your parents. One hour of Kent State University graduate credit is available for an additional 150.00. Participants must sign up for credit during the first class and must attend all four sessions to receive credit. Cost: 175.00 per participants (Graduate Credit at an additional 150.00 per participant) Classes take place on every THURSDAY of the month from 4:30pm-7:00pm at the Western Reserve 21st Century Learning Center in Kent.

This collection of topics allows participants to explore the world of Web 2.0/3.0. Learn how to use wiki to easily create and edit collaborative community web sites. The blog portion explores how information is maintained with regular entries of commentary, description of events or graphics and videos. See how podcasting can help students find, subscribe and download educational materials. Web 2.0 discussion covers the remarkable phenomenon of user-generated content and innovated uses of technology. Finally, explore how Web 3.0, also referred to as the intelligent Web, offers a more productive, personalized and intuitive web environment FREE FOR ALL REGISTRANTS! Lunch is on your own.

You be the Producer is a condensed look at the process of creating a video, including brainstorming the idea, writing the treatment, pitching the idea, creating the script, setting up the shoot, filming creatively, editing the scenes and, saving the files. Videos will be created using Flip Video technology (www.flipvideo.com), a small, lightweight, non videotape video camera with emphasis given to video production to the Web. COST: $200 Comp and Basic ; $250 General (includes FlipVideo Digital Camcorder)

The iPod Touch is revolutionizing the handheld computer industry and the educational classroom. Learn about this mobile computing device, learn about free applications for use in your classroom and leave with an iPod Touch you can put to use. Cost: $350 Comprehensive and Basic; $400 General (includes 32Gb iPod Touch)

Tired of using the school's die cut machine? Feeling limited? Have your very own cutter right in the classroom for student and teacher use. With one click of a button, the Cricut Personal Cutter creates beautiful designs. Choose from hundreds of designs and fonts of all sizes to customize your classroom bulletin boards, lessons, and student projects. This easy to use printer does not require a computer and provides opportunities for students to develop creative and innovative ideas. Visit the Cricut website at http://www.cricut.com to learn how this new technology could impact your classroom. Explore how other teachers use the Cricut and find new and innovative lessons to bring into your classroom. COST: $450.00 Comp and Basic ; $500.00 General

Podcasting- today’s way to communicate, can be created with little equipment investment and does not require mobile listening devices to be received. This workshop teaches you how to create your own AUDIO AND VIDEO podcasts. It also includes lessons on podcasting directories, information on gathering audio feeds and suggestions for educational usage. Cost: $200 Comp and Basic; $225 General (includes USB Headset by Logitech, Snagit and Camtasia Studio Software)

Do you have a Smartboard in your classroom, comfortable setting up but want to take it to the next level? Do you have additional teachers that you want to train to use the Smartboard more effectively in the classroom? Learn the next step in SmartBoard integration. Gather with other Smartboard users as they discuss best practices in their classroom and develop additional lesson plans utilizing your Smartboard. Learn and share some tips and tricks for making the integration of this exciting educational technology, easier, faster and simpler. Cost: $50 Comprehensive Members and Basic Members; $100 General Members

Do you have a SmartBoard? Taken all the classes but want to learn EVEN MORE? Bring your SmartBoard lessons and learn how to add the extra zip along with learning about accessories such as wireless tablets, document cameras and student response systems that work directly with the SmartBoard. Participants will get an opportunity to utilize these new technologies and develop resources related to the technology. Cost: $50 Comp and Basic; $100 General

Learn how to set up a digital still camera, save images to a CD and use Picasa photo editing software to enhance images. Create a slide show with the free program Picasa and learn how to insert images into PowerPoint. Learn about how to create online galleries to house your pictures. BRING YOUR OWN DIGITAL CAMERA