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Tuesday, October 13
 

8:30am CDT

Gemini in Action: Streamlining Workflows & Elevating Productivity in Google Workspace
Tuesday October 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
Discover how integrating Gemini across Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Slides can transform your daily educational workflow to save hours on manual tasks. This interactive session demonstrates practical strategies for leveraging AI to clear inbox clutter, rapidly locate and summarize drive resources, draft routine documentation, and auto-generate presentations. Educators will leave with actionable prompt frameworks and clear, real-world workflows they can implement immediately to reclaim valuable time.
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avatar for Hanna Hollamby

Hanna Hollamby

Digital Learning Consultant, Heartland AEA
Heartland AEA Digital Learning Consultant
Tuesday October 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:20am CDT
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9:30am CDT

SAMR Model: Let's Get Back to Meaningful Technology Uses in the Classroom
Tuesday October 13, 2026 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
Technology is everywhere—but is it actually improving student learning? In this session, we'll revisit the SAMR Model as a practical framework for evaluating how technology is used in today's classrooms. Together, we'll examine whether our digital tools are simply substituting traditional tasks or truly transforming learning experiences.


Participants will explore best practices for meaningful technology integration, reflect on their own instructional choices, and leave with practical strategies to move beyond "technology for technology's sake." We'll discuss how students learn best, when technology enhances learning, when it becomes a distraction, and how to intentionally choose digital tools that promote creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and deeper understanding.


This session will provide actionable ideas and thoughtful reminders to ensure technology serves learning—not the other way around.
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Brittany Maassen

High School ELA Teacher, Sheldon Community School District
Hello! I'm Brittany Maassen, a high school English Language Arts teacher at Sheldon Community School District. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to teach 4th grade reading, middle school reading, and now high school ELA, giving me experience working with students across... Read More →
Tuesday October 13, 2026 9:30am - 10:20am CDT
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11:00am CDT

Make it real- the impact of Authentic Learning/ Problem-based Learning in the middle levels.
Tuesday October 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
Come for examples, ideas and lessons learned from a real classroom. We will talk about how authentic experiences can shape a students experience. We will also talk about how and when to leverage technology to enhance both the process and the final product. 
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avatar for Andy Beland

Andy Beland

Teacher, Cedar Falls Schools
Science teacher and former Technology Coach with 22 years of experience. 
Tuesday October 13, 2026 11:00am - 11:50am CDT
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1:30pm CDT

Screen Time: A Practical Workshop
Tuesday October 13, 2026 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT
Screen time is a growing concern for families, educators, and policymakers, placing instructional coaches and administrators at the forefront of the conversation. This workshop is designed specifically for participants to examine instructional technology use, screen time philosophy, develop clear communication strategies, and build practical local guidance. Participants will explore responsible technology use and instructional quality. Through interactive participation, attendees will gain the tools needed to guide staff and families through today’s digital learning environment with confidence and clarity. The session will include exploring resources and resource development.  
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avatar for Amy Wichman

Amy Wichman

Director of Media, Technology, and Digital Learning, Heartland AEA
Amy Wichman is an Iowa educational leader with extensive experience in instructional leadership, technology, digital learning, media services, cybersecurity, and organizational change. She currently serves as the Director of Media, Technology, and Digital Learning at an Iowa Area... Read More →
Tuesday October 13, 2026 1:30pm - 2:20pm CDT
307
 
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